Talbot Underwriting has appointed Kevin Lee as construction underwriter. Based in Singapore, he will become part of the firm’s global construction team.
Lee will be in charge of developing Talbot’s construction practice in Asia-Pacific. Prior to joining the firm, he was head of engineering at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, and has held various senior positions in several markets in the region, including Hong Kong, Singapore, and South Korea. He obtained his Master of Science degree in risk management and insurance from Temple University, Philadelphia.
The addition of Lee will further expand Talbot’s global construction team, which includes Simon Wilcock, Rupert Allhusen, and Alex Fox in London, Daniel Villafaina in Miami, Chris Sonneman in New York, and Samuel Raj in Dubai. Talbot is a member of the Lloyd’s construction consortium in London and Singapore.
“Kevin’s experience in global construction and property, and in Asia Pacific, will further strengthen our team,” John Ewington, CEO of Talbot Singapore, commented. “His appointment demonstrates our continued commitment to our clients and broking partners in this class and region. We are excited to have him join.”