American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) has named Christopher Flatt (pictured) as global chief underwriting officer (CO).
Previously, Flatt served as the head of AIG North America Alternative Channels. He will report directly to Peter Zaffino, chairman & chief executive officer, and join the company's Executive Leadership Team.
Having worked with Flatt, Zaffino shared his trust on Flatt’s ability to deliver business and underwriting results.
"Chris is a highly respected insurance executive with over 30 years of experience in underwriting, risk management and reinsurance," he shared. “With his diverse insurance background and proven leadership track record of success, Chris will continue to deliver tremendous value as our global chief underwriting officer."
Prior to joining AIG in 2017, Flatt held various leadership roles at Marsh McLennan for over 15 years. He previously served in senior underwriting positions at GE Capital and ITT Hartford, where he began his career.
In his new role, Flatt succeeds Christopher Schaper, who was appointed chief risk officer of AIG in November 2024.
Sharing his excitement to start his new job, Flatt shared, "I am honoured to step into this role and lead AIG's dedicated underwriting team. I look forward to working with our technical experts around the world to continue advancing our culture of underwriting excellence and shape the future of underwriting at AIG."
Succeeding Flatt, president of Glatfelter & EVP of AIG Commercial Lines Programs Erin Fry has been appointed head of AIG North America Alternative Channels. She will report to Don Bailey, executive vice president & CEO for AIG North America Insurance.
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