Willis boosts Asia operations with JLT exec

Broker Willis has strengthened its Asian operations with the appointment of two senior executives.

David Chan has been appointed Asia head of affinity and SMEs. He joins from JLT where he served as the managing director of its affinity and SME division for Asia.

Cedric Luah joins as Asia head of human capital and benefits. Luah previously served as director for client development at the AIA Group office in Hong Kong.

Adam Garrard, Asia regional chief executive officer (CEO) of Willis, said: “These are vital additions to a growing team that is driving our strategic expansion all across Asia. David and Cedric will each formulate and deliver a pan-Asian strategy in their market space and focus on growth, client service and innovation.

"At a global level, affinity and human capital and benefits are two compelling growth areas for Willis and these new leaders will be essential in leveraging that worldwide network.”

Roberto Tinoco Pinto, CEO of Willis Affinity, said: “I am delighted to have David joining us and his hire is another example of our commitment and investment in the affinity business. Having him on board will allow us to leverage on our existing success and replicate our est practices from around the world in Asia.”