Generali looks to AIG for new GGA general counsel

Generali Global Assistance (GGA), a part of Italian insurer  Generali Group, has hired an experienced AIG executive as new general counsel and corporate secretary.

John Collins (pictured) will lead GGA's legal affairs on a corporate level. He replaces Tarik Ajami who was recently promoted to GGA's parent company, Europ Assistance, to serve as its general counsel.

Collins brings over 30 years of legal experience in both a corporate and law firm setting. He joins GGA from AIG and has previously worked at American Express. In his previous roles, he helped resolve complex open regulatory issues and spearheaded strategic initiatives.

Chris Carnicelli, chief executive officer of Generali Global Assistance, said: "We're excited to have John join our team. He brings with him a wealth of legal experience within the highly specialised travel insurance business. John has demonstrated he understands GGA's approach to being a company that cares. We look forward to having John's counsel within our senior management team."

Collins commented: "I am looking forward to this new opportunity with GGA. Their mission and purpose align well with my professional values and I'm excited to work with Chris and the rest of the management team."

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