Sweeney, Maguire Named Co-Presidents by Philadelphia insurance

Specialty insurer Philadelphia Insurance Companies has promoted Christopher J. Maguire and Sean S. Sweeney to the position of co-presidents.

Maguire joined Philadelphia Insurance Companies in 1987 and has managed underwriting operations and production. In his most recent role as chief operating officer, his focus became building a franchise and creating alignment within each of the functional areas. In his new position of co-president and chief operating officer, he will be responsible for the operational oversight of all departments and strategic alignment.

In 1979, Sweeney began his now 31 year tenure at Philadelphia Insurance Companies. He is responsible for the formation of its marketing department. In his most recent role as executive vice president and chief marketing officer, he has helped the business grow organically and by acquisition. In his new position of co-president and chief marketing officer, Sweeney will maintain oversight of sales and marketing and Valley Forge Insurance Brokerage. He will also assist with training and development and lead the Tokio Marine Group’s initiative to promote resource sharing among its subsidiaries.