Brokerslink brings ex-AIG to drive next phase of growth strategy

Brokerslink, a global network of independent brokers, has appointed ex-AIG executive Twan Hoste as general manager to drive its growth strategy focusing on bolstering its partner and affiliate relationships in 120 countries.

He will have overall management responsibility of Brokerslink’s senior team and report to the Brokerslink board.

During his 16-year career with AIG Europe, Hoste held a number of senior roles in customer, sales and broker relationship management working across the EMEA region.

“Twan’s appointment marks an important milestone for us," said Brokerslink chairman José Manuel Fonseca. “[His] broad experience and knowledge of the insurance industry and his deep understanding of the insurer and broker dynamic, will provide the leadership and drive to take us on the next part phase of our growth strategy.

"Brokerslink has demonstrated its truly global capabilities and now, with Twan’s appointment, our ambitions to continue this growth. The Board is delighted to have him join the team.”

Hoste commented: “Brokerslink epitomizes the pivotal role of the intermediary in not only understanding the needs of the client and the broader economic and business issues impacting them, but also then delivering innovative and relevant risk transfer solutions. It has built a strong foundation leveraging the strength of its global network of independent brokers and their deep knowledge and understanding of local markets with market-leading technology, entrepreneurship, strategic insurer partnerships and dedicated products and services.

“The appetite of Brokerslink’s partners and affiliates to genuinely collaborate and share insights to generate mutually beneficial business opportunities is what makes Brokerslink unique and perfectly positions them to confidently deliver solutions to their local and global clients.”