XL Catlin boosts North America aviation team

One new name arrives in the US with several announcements also made for Canada

XL Catlin boosts North America aviation team

Insurance News

By Lyle Adriano

XL Catlin has announced that it has “strengthened” its North America Aviation Insurance team with new appointments.

For its aviation business in Canada, XL Catlin appointed the following:
  • David Watts as vice-president, Canadian aviation manager
  • Alex Barker, to assume management responsibility of the aviation team in Calgary
  • Stephanie Hope as aviation underwriter for Calgary

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For its aviation business in the US:
  • Timothy Bartos as vice-president senior underwriter in New York

“We are relentlessly focused on securing the best talent to continue to serve our brokers and clients with innovative products and top level service,” commented XL Catlin head of North America Aviation Eric Donofrio. “Both David and Timothy are experienced underwriters and leaders, an excellent addition to our teams in Canada and the US."

“Alex’s promotion is in recognition of his hard work and leadership and we are delighted to have Stephanie join our growing team of Canada market experts,” added XL Catlin country manager for Canada Nick Greggains. “Our North American aviation team has exceptional technical knowledge and experience in their relevant fields, and with the addition of David at the helm in Canada we will continue to deliver on our promise and market leading portfolios."


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