Hub International Limited (HUB) is making significant strides in its strategic leadership by announcing two major appointments aimed at enhancing its operations in the specialty and Western markets.
Lauren Melzer has joined Hub International as the chief marketing officer for specialty practices, effective immediately. With 16 years of experience in the insurance sector, Melzer is expected to leverage her extensive background in sales, business development, and carrier partnerships to drive innovation and growth within the specialty markets. She will report to Scott Rouzer, senior vice president carrier strategies.
“I am thrilled to join HUB and immerse myself in its thriving culture while collaborating with some of the top insurance professionals and practice leaders,” said Melzer. “I look forward to cultivating strong relationships with our internal teams and market partners and leveraging HUB’s industry expertise to develop innovative solutions to address our clients’ evolving needs.”
Additionally, Andrew Forchelli (pictured) will take on the role of executive vice president for Hub California starting January 1, 2025.
Forchelli, who has been with HUB for over a decade, has been described to have a strong track record of strategic direction and leadership. He led the revenue growth in the California region, with HUB seeing a rise of 54% in the region since 2022 under Forchelli’s leadership.
In his new role, Forchelli will oversee the operations of HUB Central & Northern California, HUB Southern California & Utah, and HUB Los Angeles Orange County, while also continuing his leadership of HUB’s national Entertainment & Sports Specialty practice.
Commenting on his recent appointment, Forchelli remarked, “Our strong growth continues to create opportunities for our clients and our people. I want to build on that progress and find ways to harness that momentum to further elevate our ability to deliver exceptional value to clients in an ever-evolving industry.”
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hub International Limited is a full-service global insurance broker and financial services firm. With over 18,000 employees in offices across North America, the firm provides a wide array of services, including risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement, and wealth management products.
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