ANV hires Kiln underwriter

Dutch insurer ANV has appointed Cathy Garner as active underwriter in ANV Syndicate 779.

In this role, she will be responsible for the strategy and development of ANV’s growing life portfolio and pursuing global market opportunities as well as developing new product approaches to better meet market needs.

As one of only three women active underwriters within the Lloyd’s market, Garner comes to ANV from her work as the active underwriter of Kiln's life Syndicate 308 which is currently the Lloyd’s largest life market.

“ANV offers a culture, backing and infrastructure to allow underwriters to truly evolve and innovate within their work,” Garner said. “There are so many opportunities to further refine and advance the mix of services and coverage possible within the life market.  We are looking forward to setting a new standard for both service and creativity across our lines.”

Gerard van Loon, director of underwriting for ANV Group, added: "Cathy comes with a tremendous amount of market experience and the Names keep her in high regard. Her main focus will be to strengthen our Lloyd's presence and to develop the international life book. Cathy will also be instrumental in creating synergies with our A&H and K&R franchises.”

Matthew Fairfield, founder and chief executive officer of ANV, said: “Cathy brings to ANV both a deep base of knowledge and expertise across the Life markets combined with an attitude to continually grow and reinvent. Life may be a well established line and seen as more traditional and slow changing compared to other lines in the market.  We are certain that this perception will change significantly through Cathy’s contributions within our team.”