Aon Benfield Names Nevard Chief Commercial Officer, Global ReSpecialty Unit

Aon Benfield has appointed Russell Nevard as chief commercial officer of its Global ReSpecialty reinsurance division. He will join the business in April 2016.

Based in London, Nevard will report to Robert Bisset, chief executive officer of Aon Benfield’s Global ReSpecialty division and will work closely with Michael Moran, chief operating officer of Aon Benfield.

Nevard will lead the development of new products and will manage the division’s strategic growth plans. He will become a member of the Global ReSpecialty executive team, which focuses on the development of ongoing value propositions and the strategic direction of the division, Aon Benfield said in a statement.

For the last 27 years Nevard has been employed by Willis Re, most recently serving as managing director, Willis Re Specialty, Aerospace.

Robert Bisset commented: “We are thrilled that Russell is joining Aon Benfield to share his talent and extensive industry experience, which will enhance our division’s ability to serve clients on their key challenges. He is a proven and talented leader who has a skillset that complements our business.”

The Global ReSpecialty division consists of three teams: aviation, marine specialty composite and non-marine. Operating globally, the division has expertise that spans multiple lines and territories to reflect the requirements of clients’ evolving businesses.

Source: Aon Benfield