WTW names head of Corporate Risk and Broking, Hong Kong

WTW has named Iris Chan as head of Corporate Risk and Broking (CRB) for Hong Kong, effective 25 July.

Alongside her existing role as executive director of the Construction business in Hong Kong and Macau, Chan now assumes an expanded role and will be responsible for all aspects of CRB business in Hong Kong and Macau.

She will work with the local and global lines of business to drive business growth in these markets. 

Commenting on her new role, Chan said: “Together with our colleagues, we will continuously offer innovative insight and perspectives, as well as customised risk transfer and mitigating solutions to our business partners and clients.”

Luke Ware, head of CRB Asia, WTW said: “Iris has established a strong track record in leading our construction business in Hong Kong. She has always put client focus, teamwork, integrity, respect and excellence in making every decision so as to achieve the best outcome for our clients.”

With over 20 years of experience, Chan has held various senior positions with major insurance brokers in Asia. She joined WTW in 2012 and has been expanding the construction team and construction business for WTW in Hong Kong and Macau.

Last year, Chan was recognised by Insurance Business as one of Asia Elite Women in the insurance industry for not just going above and beyond for clients and organisations she worked with, but also championing diversity in the insurance industry.