New aerospace executive team for Willis

Willis, the re/insurance broker, has selected a new leadership team for its aerospace business in the Americas to capitalise on significant growth opportunities in the region.

Steve Kisor has been appointed president of Willis Aerospace in the Americas. Kisor was previously executive vice president of Willis Aerospace in the Americas based in Los Angeles. He will focus on key client relationships and senior interaction with the aviation insurance markets.

Willis also appointed John Rooley as CEO of Willis Aerospace Americas, based in Vancouver. In addition to his new responsibilities, Rooley will retain his position as president and CEO of Willis Aerospace in Canada. He will be responsible for delivery of the Americas’ plan, strategy and growth.

Kisor and Rooley are joined by Neil Getter, EVP of Willis Aerospace Americas, based in New York, to form the Willis Aerospace Americas executive leadership team along with Philip Smaje, chief executive officer of Willis Global Aerospace in London. Getter will continue to run the aerospace operation in New York and his experience will play a significant role in the leadership of the Americas for Aerospace.

“We are delighted to announce a new leadership team for the Americas, to continue the strong growth we have enjoyed across Canada, Latin America and the United States in the recent past,” said Smaje. “Both Steve and John will bring to bear tremendous insurance expertise and unique risk insights, developed through years of working closely with clients around the world.

“The Americas are a significant part of our business making up close to 40% of our global portfolio, which has performed robustly in a very challenging business climate. We are proud of what we have achieved and I am pleased to have the opportunity to work closely with Steve, John, Neil and the rest of the team to drive and deliver an exciting future.”