International specialist insurer Hiscox has appointed Megan McConnell as chief underwriting officer in the United States.
Hiscox explained in a statement that Ms. McConnell, who most recently served as the director of underwriting for Hiscox Re and ILS, will lead the underwriting strategy and execution across Hiscox’s portfolio of specialty risk solutions in the United States. She will be based in New York and report to Steve Langan, the chief executive officer for Hiscox USA.
“Megan has a strong track record of success in the industry, from running a syndicate to overseeing Hiscox’s reinsurance underwriting team in London,” said Mr. Langan. “Her strong leadership abilities and extensive expertise in driving product development and business growth will be a strong asset to our operations in the U.S.”
Since joining Hiscox in 2018, Ms. McConnell has co-led the underwriting strategy for Hiscox Re and ILS.
Prior to joining Hiscox, Ms. McConnell was active underwriter of Paraline (formerly ICAT) Syndicate 4242 and Special Purpose Arrangement 6123. During her 12 years at Paraline, Hiscox added, Ms. McConnell built up a commercial and personal lines insurance business and managed portfolios from a pricing, underwriting, operations, marketing, and distribution perspective. Ms. McConnell also worked on strategic business planning for the Lloyd’s Syndicate including its reinsurance purchasing strategy.
Ms. McConnell has a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and philosophy and a master’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Colorado.
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Victoria Spears
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