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Relation Insurance in California Names Saich to Lead National Sales Team

Walnut Creek, Calif.-based Relation Insurance Services has named Paul Saich national sales leader. Saich’s primary focus will be to develop and implement growth sales strategies, tactics and action plans for the Relation sales team. He will be based out of …

The Hilb Group Hires Bohn Gitlitz to New England Region

The Hilb Group LLC (THG) has hired property and casualty insurance specialist Ellen Bohn Gitlitz and acquired her book of business. The transaction became effective August 5, 2019. Based in Newton, Mass., Bohn Gitlitz will join the THG New England …

Aspen Insurance Holdings Appoints Ritz from Validus as President

Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd. has appointed Jonathan Ritz as president, with immediate effect. Ritz was formerly chief executive officer of Validus’ US Insurance Operations, which included Western World Insurance Group, Crop Risk Services and Validus Specialty — all acquired by …

J.M. Wilson Promotes Van Niman to Accounting, Finance Specialist in Michigan

Managing general agency and surplus lines broker J.M. Wilson has promoted Dawn Van Niman to accounting and finance specialist in the company’s Portage, Michigan, office. She is responsible for processing accounts payable and receivable, performing audits, and managing agent accounts. …

Dix Named Human Resources Senior VP at Lockton in Missouri

Kansas City, Missouri-based insurance broker, Lockton, has named Dondi Dix as its new senior vice president – chief people officer. In this newly created, executive-level position, Dix will focus on strengthening Lockton’s human capital strategy to continue attracting and developing …

Sirius Names Business Leaders, Forms Global Management Committee, to Unify Group

Sirius Group announced enhancements to unify its global operating structure, which includes the promotions of key leaders to head its business segments. These leaders are responsible for supporting long-term business objectives, coordinating global client relationships and exposures and driving key …

SAN Group Hires Lynch as Agency Development Field Specialist

Satellite Agency Network Group Inc. (SAN), an alliance of independent insurance agencies in the Northeastern U.S., has hired Stephanie Lynch as agency development field specialist. In this role, Lynch will be directly responsible for agency development and consulting services of …

Saxe Doernberger & Vita P.C. Hires Eddy to Northeast Office

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV) has hired Associate Janie Reilly Eddy to its SDV Northeast office. Eddy has a background in litigation, handling matters from inception through resolution and advising and guiding clients through viable litigation options. Her experience …

CNA Names Decman Branch Manager in Washington and Oregon Branches

CNA has named Tanya Decman vice president and branch manager for the Seattle, Wash., and Portland, Ore., branches. Decman was previously assistant vice president of sales and distribution in the West. She was a marketing manage for Chubb Insurance before …

RB Jones, Prosight Specialty Form RB Jones Marine; Tap Engel to Lead

H.W. Kaufman Group, a global network of companies, has expanded the capabilities of its subsidiary RB Jones through a new partnership with ProSight Specialty Insurance. RB Jones will be the exclusive administrator for Prosight’s Marine Solutions and Excess Energy products. …