Oneglobal taps top Generali executive to grow LatAm operations

Specialist independent Lloyd's broker and delegated authority specialist  Oneglobal Broking has tapped a top executive from Generali to help develop and grow its business in Latin America.

Nery Silva (pictured) has been appointed chief executive officer (CEO) Mercosul and chief strategy officer for Oneglobal Latin America.

The appointment is part of Oneglobal’s strategy to build out its operations across the region and its ambitious growth plans. Silva will be working closely with Jose Miguel Gonzalez, chief commercial officer and the wider operational team to help expand Oneglobal’s LatAm footprint.

Silva has worked for over 20 years in the Latin American insurance industry. Prior to joining Oneglobal, he was CEO of Generali - Corporate LatAm. Before that, he held roles at AIG, Munich Re, Unibanco AIG and Travelers. Silva is also a Member of the Advisory Board of Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, in Sao Paulo.

Mike Reynolds, group CEO of Oneglobal, said: “I am very pleased to be welcoming Nery to our expanding LatAm operations. As well as his impressive career in the LatAm insurance and reinsurance market, Nery’s background in leading teams and developing business will make him an essential part in achieving our growth plans for the region and in particular Brazil. I look forward to working with Nery to deliver our targets for Oneglobal LatAm.”

Silva commented: “I am very excited to be joining Oneglobal and expanding an already diverse and experienced team. I aim to broaden the group’s knowledge of our local markets and enhance the already exceptional service Oneglobal provides across the region.”

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