Christopher O'Gwen becomes chief underwriting officer, global aerospace.
XL Insurance has appointed Christopher O'Gwen as chief underwriting officer, global aerospace.
Prior to his appointment, O'Gwen was regional manager of XL Insurance's US Aviation team and has 12 years experience in the aviation insurance market.
He will continue to be based in New York and report to Dermot O'Donohoe, chief underwriting officer, Global Specialty at XL Insurance. Eric Donofrio will take over as regional manager of XL Insurance's US Aviation team.
O'Donohoe, said: "Our global aviation team is known for its underwriting excellence and high service commitment, even on the most complex risks. Since joining us in 2006 Chris has done an excellent job in making XL Insurance a leading provider for the aviation and space insurance industry in the US.
"With his industry knowledge, solid technical understanding of this complex risk environment and commitment to our brokers and clients Chris is well placed to extend our worldwide aerospace business, while focusing on strategic opportunities around the globe."
O'Gwen is a graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science. He also received an MBA in Insurance from St. John's University.
