Club Marine has named Tim Wiles as its new chief executive officer after a 17-year tenure at the company.
Wiles (pictured) had been serving as interim CEO since November 2023, having previously held the role of chief operating officer (COO), ensuring a smooth transition following the departure of Karen Te Maipi.
Wiles has amassed extensive experience across Club Marine’s operations, including leadership roles in underwriting, member services, technical operations, contact centres, claims, and product management.
He joined Club Marine in 2007 as a junior underwriter, having previously worked in the boating industry in Sydney. He continues to be an avid boating enthusiast.
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“It has been a privilege to work in the marine industry my whole career, enabling me to combine my love of the water and boating with my job,” Wiles said. “Serving as acting CEO for the past six months has been a great experience, and I’m looking forward to [continuing] growing the company and building on our standing as Australia’s largest recreational boat insurance provider.
“The team at Club Marine has a strong customer-centric focus and is absolutely dedicated to ensuring our members and partners get the best possible service and insurance product available on the market.”
“Tim’s unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional service to our customers and partners, along with his commitment to nurturing and developing our talented team, gives me such confidence that Tim is the right person to lead the business going forward,” said Jenita Wijaya, general manager, agencies (acting) at Allianz Australia Insurance. “His passion for excellence and leadership skills make him the perfect fit for the role, as we transform and grow the Club Marine business.”
