AXIS taps ex-Marsh as head of North America property & casualty programmes

Bermuda-based re/insurer  AXIS Capital Holdings has hired a former Marsh McLennan executive to head up its North America property and casualty programmes.

In his new role, Gabriel Galanski will be responsible for the management, development, and administration of the company’s North America programmes business. This includes advancing the company’s efforts to deliver a delegated authority presence that is closely aligned with its distribution strategy, while leveraging its deep partner relationships.

Galanski reports to John Van Decker, president of global financial lines, and he will also work in close partnership with the company’s wholesale division, led by Carlton Maner, AXIS Wholesale CEO.

Prior to joining AXIS, Galanski served as a vice president with the Macquarie Insurance Facility where he developed, grew, and led relationships with financial sponsors and the management teams of their portfolio companies. Previously, Galanski was an associate client executive at Marsh & McLennan and, before that, served in the United States Marine Corps.

“Gabe is a terrific addition to our team, and his leadership will be invaluable as we further position our North American P&C Programmes to align with our global distribution strategy,” said Van Decker. “I’m confident that our team and our partners will benefit from Gabe’s deep market knowledge and demonstrated ability to foster strong, mutually beneficial partnership relationships.”

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