Howden M&A, the international mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and structured solutions insurance broker, has reiterated its commitment to expanding its European platform by appointing Charles-Henri Gridel as its associate director for business development in the region.
Gridel brings over 20 years of experience in the professional services sector to Howden M&A. He started his career in marketing at BNP Paribas before joining international law firm Gide’s business development team, holding positions in Paris and Shanghai. Most recently, he was the head of business for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) at Herbert Smith Freehills and a member of the firm’s EMEA executive committee.
In his new role, Gridel will lead Howden M&A’s business development function across Continental Europe to build the company’s brand profile with investment funds, lawyers, M&A bankers, corporates, and the financial services industry. He will also be responsible for developing the portfolio of the company’s clients for M&A insurance solutions, including warranty and indemnity, title and real estate risks, tax risks and structuring, environmental issues, and contingent risks.
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Howden M&A managing director Drew Wardrope welcomed Gridel to the team, highlighting the new hire’s proven track record and business development experience in the professional services sector.
“Charles-Henri’s appointment is reflective of Howden M&A’s broader strategy to invest in talent and expertise,” Wardrope said.
Howden Europe CEO Luigi Sturani added: “Our ambition to position ourselves as one of the leading brokers in Europe is no secret. Attracting top talent is key in enabling Howden to rapidly grow across the continent and establish itself as the European-focused alternative in the broking market, bringing more choice to clients. I am delighted that Charles-Henri has decided to join our team, and I look forward to welcoming him to Howden.”
Gridel’s appointment marks another significant senior hire for Howden in France, following Nicolas Aubert’s appointment as France’s CEO earlier this year.
