AXA XL has appointed Alex Barker to lead its aviation insurance business in Canada. Barker will report to Eric Donofrio, chief underwriting officer, Aerospace, Americas, and to Renato Rodrigues, country manager, Canada.
Barker joins AXA XL from Marsh and MacLennan where he served as senior vice president of the aviation business. He has previously worked at AXA XL, as a senior underwriter for the largest Lloyd’s syndicate, leading one of the top three global aviation portfolios.
He also was an aviation underwriter with XL Catlin, before the company’s merger with AXA.
Barker is a certified General Insurance Agent and an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute. He holds a master’s degree from Manchester University, England.
Commenting on the appointment, Donofrio said, “Alex brings exceptional technical knowledge and experience to our regional and local teams, we are thrilled to welcome him back to AXA XL and are confident that under his leadership our team will continue its tenure as market leaders in Canada.”
AXA XL offers a comprehensive suite of Aviation insurance options. Coverage extends from traditional and specialized companies from component manufacturers to airport operators and individual clients.
Source: AXA XL
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