WTW launches China customer division and Yan named division leader

Insurance broker WTW has launched a new China client division within Corporate Risk and Broking, North America (CRB NA) as part of its strategy to expand its presence and broaden its offerings focused on the Chinese market.

The new China client division is part of the wider Asia Risk division, established in December 2023, which comprises country-specific teams for Japan, South Korea, India and China. These specific groups have been created to address the specific cultural and economic dynamics of each country, along with the distinct approaches to risk management in each market.

All practice groups within the Asia Risk Division report to CRB NA’s Head of Asia Risk Christopher Condello, who leads this strategic expansion and focuses on delivering innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of Chinese clients.

This new China customer strategy includes the appointment of Jie Yan as China Customer Division Leader effective September 1, 2024. With more than a decade of industry experience, Yan brings a wealth of experience and cultural understanding of the market’s nuances Chinese. , said WTW.

She has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and solid market knowledge, aligned with driving growth and cultivating deep client relationships, making her the ideal selection to lead this new division and execute the China strategy, the broker added.

“We are excited about the opportunities this new division presents and I am confident that under Jie’s leadership we will be able to provide unparalleled support and service to our Chinese customers with operations in North America,” commented Christopher Condello, Head of Asia. Desk, CRB NA, WTW, in a statement. “Our focus is to build a market-specific team that can provide customized solutions for customers in this key market.”

Source: WTW

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