Chubb appoints new APAC deputy head

Global insurer, Chubb, has appointed Glen Browne as new deputy regional president for the Asia-Pacific region and division president, effective immediately. 

The firm said Browne will be responsible for the general management and business results in the six countries of Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as any future territories in Southeast Asia.

In addition to his new appointment, Browne retains his current role as executive vice president and regional head of accident & health (A&H) for Asia Pacific, inclusive of all digital distribution and bancassurance for Asia.

He will continue to be based in Singapore and will report to Paul McNamee, senior vice president of Chubb Group and regional president, Asia Pacific.

“I am delighted to welcome Glen to his new and expanded role in this important region, which represents a significant growth opportunity for Chubb,” said Juan C. Andrade, Executive Vice President of Chubb Group and President, Overseas General Insurance. “Glen’s more than two decades of experience in Asia includes successfully managing and building businesses in both developed and emerging markets. I am confident that his technical expertise, local market knowledge and leadership skills will help us to achieve long-term profitable growth in our Asia Pacific general insurance business.”

“Glen has been a key member of the Asia Pacific regional leadership team over the last five years, bringing strategic focus to the A&H and travel portfolios,” said McNamee. “He has broad management experience encompassing underwriting, sales and marketing, product development and relationship management. As a results-driven leader with deep knowledge of the Asia markets in which we operate, he has the right combination of skills, knowledge and capabilities for this new position.”