XL Catlin hires former Gallagher Bassett SVP

XL Catlin’s broker and client management team has appointed Steven Zimmerman as client distribution leader, based in Los Angeles.

Zimmerman has over 20 years of experience in both business developing and insurance broking, having most recently served as senior vice president of Gallagher Bassett Services.

He will report to Mike Soper, US West regional broker and client management leader for XL Catlin.

Bob Peretti, XL Catlin’s head of broker and client management, Americas, said: “We see abundant opportunities to help Southern California’s growing business community address their insurance needs more effectively and conveniently.

“In fact, this is why we established our first LA-based Broker & Client Management position and Steve is well qualified to establish this new position and build our rapport with area brokers. In his new role with XL Catlin, Steve will help area brokers and businesses tap into the appropriate expertise and products across our 30-plus business insurance lines.”