Chubb has named Janene Blizzard to lead its accident and health (A&H) operations across the Asia Pacific, effective June 1.
The appointment comes amid mounting healthcare cost challenges that are reshaping the region’s insurance landscape.
Blizzard will be based in Singapore and report to Marcos Gunn, regional president, Asia Pacific. She will also have a matrix reporting line to Daniela Hernandez, division president for international A&H, overseas general insurance.
Her new role includes overseeing strategy, performance, and business development for Chubb’s regional A&H segment.
“Janene is an exceptional leader with deep A&H experience,” Gunn said. “Her proven track record of cultivating high-performing teams while maximising portfolio profitability will be key in delivering our ambitions for the A&H business across the Asia Pacific region.”
The appointment comes as insurers across Asia Pacific are adjusting their strategies to address steep rises in medical inflation.
Blizzard is expected to lead efforts in reshaping Chubb’s A&H offerings in response to escalating costs, changing utilisation patterns, and client expectations.
Hernandez said Blizzard’s approach to market engagement and focus on customer outcomes positions her well to guide A&H efforts during a period of significant change.
“We are thrilled that Janene is joining our team in Asia Pacific. Her collaborative approach with partners and focus on client needs will boost our ability to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving priorities of our clients and partners,” she said.
Blizzard joined Chubb in 2008 and has held multiple leadership positions in underwriting and operations. Prior to her current appointment, she served as senior vice president and chief operating officer for international accident and health.
Blizzard’s elevation coincides with findings from Aon’s 2025 Global Medical Trend Rates Report, which identified New Zealand as having one of the highest projected medical inflation rates in Asia Pacific – rising from 7.4% in 2024 to 14.5% in 2025.
Kazakhstan leads the region at 22%, while other countries like Thailand, Papua New Guinea, and Vietnam are also experiencing elevated trends.
Globally, Aon projects an average medical trend rate of 10% in 2025, with Asia Pacific (11.1%) and North America (8.8%) facing the most significant increases. These shifts are prompting insurers to reevaluate pricing models, benefit designs, and healthcare access strategies.
