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Global: Chubb Appoints Michael O’Donnell as Chief Operating Officer of Global Reinsurance

O'Donnell will oversee the strategic and tactical operations of Chubb Tempest Re's global operations.
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June 23, 2023

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Chubb Tempest Re has announced the appointment of Michael O’Donnell as Chief Operating Officer of Global Reinsurance.

In his new role, O’Donnell will be responsible for the strategic and tactical operations of Chubb’s global reinsurance operations, in addition to continuing to oversee the U.S. operations of Chubb Tempest Re. He will report to Jim Wixtead, Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and President, Chubb Tempest Re.

O’Donnell has been with the company since 2006, most recently serving as Division President of Chubb Tempest Re USA. He has more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, having previously worked at General Reinsurance Corp before joining Chubb Tempest Re Bermuda in 2006 as a casualty treaty underwriter. Since 2014, he has been responsible for Chubb’s U.S. property and casualty assumed reinsurance operation.

“Mike is an exceptional executive who has demonstrated strong fortitude and leadership during his tenure managing our U.S. reinsurance operations,” said Wixtead. “Clients, brokers and colleagues respect Mike’s insights and commitment to our mission at Chubb Tempest Re.”

Chubb Tempest Re is the reinsurance business of Chubb, offering a broad range of products to a diverse group of primary property and casualty insurers worldwide.

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