5 June 2017Insurance

JLT Re appoints former Topa and Swiss Re exec as EVP

Reinsurance broker and consultant JLT Re (North America), a part of Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group, has appointed Tony Manzitto as executive vice president in Los Angeles, California.

In his new role, Manzitto will focus on the expansion and development of JLT Re’s structured products team.

Manzitto most recently held the positions of chief underwriting officer and chief operating officer at Topa Insurance Group, a family owned specialty insurer in Los Angeles. Prior to that, he was with Swiss Re (formerly Underwriters Re) for over 20 years where he specialised in structured reinsurance and casualty business.

"We are delighted to welcome Tony to JLT Re," said Ed Hochberg, CEO of JLT Re North America. "Tony’s deep-seated expertise in this growing segment of the market is unparalleled in our industry."

Hugo Kostelni, president of JLT Re structured products, added: "Tony is well respected in the marketplace, and his innate ability to connect with clients will be a great addition to our team as we continue to grow."

"JLT Re has a compelling platform and value offering to clients across all market segments, and I am delighted to be joining such a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and experienced team," Manzitto commented.

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