ACGS poaches OneBeacon execs for entertainment division
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), the specialist corporate insurer of Allianz Group, has expanded its entertainment division with the appointment of four key hires, based in New York.
Wanda Phillips has been appointed team leader of ACGS, responsible for the New York underwriting group, reporting to Sue McGuirl.
ACGS have also hired two new executive underwriters, c, who join the firm from OneBeacon Insurance.
Aust has nearly three decades of experience with touring performers and live events and Cusion has a strong background in venues, events and production services.
Ryan McFadden, who also joins from OneBeacon, has been appointed senior underwriter and has experience in property and inland marine underwriting.
“As our business grows, it’s now time to establish ourselves beyond Burbank and into New York, and I am delighted to welcome these well-respected professionals to AGCS,” said Sue McGuirl, North American head of entertainment for ACGS. “Service of a dynamic and evolving marketplace requires us to think about our footprint differently and this team’s deep understanding of the northeast market will serve as a tremendous asset in driving future growth.”
Lauren Bailey, global head of entertainment for ACGS, added: "I am pleased to add this talented team in New York, which further demonstrates our commitment to this market as well as our plans for expansion.
“Not only are we building on our well established business model here in North America, but in Germany, the UK and Australia, with additional countries and regions to follow.”
