American International Group (AIG) has appointed Keith Walsh (pictured) as executive vice president and chief financial officer effective October 21, 2024.
Earlier in his career, Walsh worked for 14 years as an equity research analyst at Citi, focusing on the insurance industry.
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Walsh will be succeeding Sabra Purtill, who has served as AIG’s finance chief since January 2023. Purtill will continue to work with Zaffino on strategic initiatives and will also serve as an advisor to Walsh during the transition period.
Zaffino, who also thanked Purtill for her “significant value and contributions during an important period” commented: “Keith is a highly accomplished executive with deep financial expertise and significant investor experience in the financial services sector, particularly the insurance industry.
“I am very confident that he will be an excellent addition to our executive leadership team and brings outstanding leadership to our global finance organisation.”
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Walsh, meanwhile, added: “AIG has executed an exceptional business and financial turnaround, and I am honoured to join this iconic company in its next phase of industry leadership and growth.
“I look forward to working closely with Peter Zaffino and AIG’s executive leadership team, as well as leading AIG’s talented global finance organisation as we continue to deliver for the company’s stakeholders and enhance shareholder value.”
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