Global insurer American International Group (AIG) has announced the appointment of Adam Clifford as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), International Commercial Insurance, effective January 5, 2026.
This includes oversight of Talbot, Global Specialty, and Multinational segments.
He will report to Jon Hancock, CEO, General Insurance, and will join the AIG General Insurance Executive Leadership Team.
“Adam is a highly respected insurance executive, recognised for his leadership and deep underwriting and technical expertise,” said Hancock.
Adding: “With more than three decades of global operating experience with an exceptional track record, including seven years at AIG where he led underwriting teams, Adam brings deep insurance industry knowledge and global perspective to this role. I am looking forward to welcoming Adam back to AIG and working with him and the team to continue building on our strong momentum.”
Clifford is joining AIG from Everest Insurance, where he served as Senior Vice President, Head of International Retail Insurance overseeing the UK, Europe, and Asia Pacific retail insurance business.
Prior to Everest, he held senior leadership positions at Chubb, including Managing Director of Chubb European Group. Earlier in his career, he led underwriting teams in London and Singapore at AIG.
Commenting on his appointment, Clifford said: “I am delighted to rejoin AIG as it builds on its impressive momentum and the outstanding performance of its General Insurance businesses.
“Partnering with Jon Hancock and AIG’s best-in-class global teams, I look forward to driving growth across the international commercial insurance business, winning market share, deepening broker relationships, attracting top talent, and delivering the solutions our clients and brokers value.”
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