Global insurance intermediary Howden has announced leadership changes in its Asia operations.
Rohan Bhappu (pictured) will take on the role of deputy CEO for Howden Asia starting June 2025. He will report to the current CEO, Goh Chye Huat, and will be based in Hong Kong.
Bhappu will officially succeed Goh as CEO of Howden Asia on Oct. 1, 2025. At that time, Goh will step into the role of regional chairman and chairman of Private Wealth.
Commenting on the leadership transition, David Howden, CEO of Howden Group, acknowledged Goh’s contributions over the years.
“From modest beginnings in Asia, Chye Huat has taken the business on an incredible journey. He has built a very special business in South-East Asia, taking us from a small relatively unknown operation to a top broker in all the markets in which we operate by building a business full of brilliantly talented people,” he said.
“I am honoured to have assembled and led a talented team as we have built a leading broker in the region, proudly serving our clients from Private Wealth to our growing international client base,” Goh said.
Goh will succeed Mark Wood, who will continue as the head of Howden’s global specialty practices.
Bhappu brings over two decades of experience to the position, having spent 22 years at Marsh McLennan in senior roles across the US, India, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Most recently, he served as CEO for Marsh McLennan Hong Kong and Macau, where he oversaw the post-acquisition integration of JLT. He has also led regional sales initiatives and managed M&A practices, equipping him with expertise relevant to his upcoming leadership role at Howden.
David Howden said Bhappu’s leadership will play a key role in delivering solutions for the company’s clients in Asia.
“The growth and development of Asia’s economies continues to be extraordinary, and our ambition to meet the needs of clients in those economies is stronger than ever. We warmly welcome Rohan to the business as we continue to attract the best talent and deliver to those needs,” he said.
Goh said he will support Bhappu as the company continues to expand its reach and bring expertise and solutions to new markets.
“After close to a decade in post, I am delighted to be able to pass the baton to Rohan, and that he will lead Howden Asia into its next chapter,” he said. “I look forward to supporting Rohan as we reach out into new territories and continue to bring choice, dedicated service, and deep expertise to every client.”
Bhappu will assume his role after fulfilling his current contractual obligations.
