Travelers Europe chief unveiled

Travelers Europe has named Sean Genden as its chief executive.

Genden was previously chief operating officer of Travelers Europe.

He will take overall responsibility in the UK and Ireland for both Travelers Insurance Company and Travelers Syndicate Management, its Lloyd’s of London operation.

Genden will be based in London immediately and will report to Kevin Smith, president – International.

“Sean is a highly skilled manager with an outstanding track record,” said Smith.

“Through his long tenure at Travelers with experience in both the company’s US and international operations, he has already made his mark in Europe, and I’m delighted to have him in the role of chief executive.

"With his strategic abilities, his leadership talent and his knowledge of the London insurance market and Lloyd’s, Sean has all the key skills to work with our leadership teams to develop our business and reputation as one of the world’s leading insurers.”

Genden said: “Becoming chief executive of Travelers Europe is a wonderful opportunity at a very exciting time.

"In my role as chief operating officer, I’ve worked closely with the current management teams to review the markets and to identify the opportunities for Travelers to develop its business.

"By utilising all the strengths and talent within our Lloyd’s operation and the Travelers Insurance Company, I believe we have the capacity and skills to execute and enhance our position in these markets.”

Keith Purvis and Peter Hayden will continue to lead the Travelers Insurance Company Ltd in the UK and Ireland, respectively.

Steve Eccles will continue to lead Travelers Syndicate Management, all reporting to Genden.