Westfield Specialty International, part of the Westfield Group, a global re/insurance business with a growing presence in specialty markets, has appointed Sarah McNally as Head of Distribution, a newly created role.
She will be responsible for developing and executing Westfield Specialty International’s product distribution strategy, working with brokers to strengthen partnerships, identify new opportunities for growth, and support the delivery of tailored solutions that meet brokers’ and clients’ needs.
McNally joins Westfield Specialty International from Zurich Insurance, where she has held several senior roles since 2014, leading business strategy initiatives and managing key broker and client relationships.
Shallow commented: “We are delighted to welcome Sarah to the team at Westfield Specialty International. Her arrival marks a significant step forward in our ambition to expand our distribution capabilities and foster greater cross-class collaboration with our broker partners. Our long-term growth strategy depends on investing in the best talent in the market and Sarah’s appointment is the latest example of this.
“Insurer-broker relationships work best when they move from transactional and fleeting to strategic and long-term. A coordinated approach to distribution is crucial to a successful approach to broker engagement, and the appointment of Sarah as Head of Distribution will ensure a more unified and impactful distribution strategy across the business that works for our underwriters and broking partners alike.”
McNally added: “The Westfield story is one that has potential to build out a world of distribution opportunity. The business’ commitment to investing in innovative products and attracting top-tier talent demonstrates a clear objective of long-term, sustainable growth. The extensive expertise within the underwriting team, coupled with Westfield’s sophisticated, market-driven approach and strong underwriting discipline, makes their offering exceptionally attractive to brokers.”
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