(1888PressRelease)
December 01, 2007 - Aon Corporation (NYSE: AOC) today announced that Geoffrey (Geoff) Bromley will join the company as vice chairman of Aon Re Global, the world’s largest reinsurance intermediary. In this role, Bromley will lead Aon Re’s operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa and Middle East (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC).
“With Aon Re Global, we have the best reinsurance operation in the world,” said Greg Case, president and chief executive officer of Aon Corporation. “We are delighted to add a successful senior executive with Geoff’s proven track record in the U.K., EMEA and APAC to our leadership team. This builds on an area of strength within our organization and will allow us to deliver even greater distinctive value to our clients around the world.”
Bromley, who has nearly 30 years of experience in the reinsurance industry, most recently served as chairman of Guy Carpenter’s European and Asia Pacific operations, which included responsibility for Africa and the Middle East. In addition to that role, he was a member of Guy Carpenter's executive committee and served on the board of Marsh Ltd in the U.K.
“Geoff has extensive experience leading successful international operations,” said Michael O’Halleran, Aon Re executive chairman. “Throughout my career I’ve had the opportunity to observe Geoff as a competitor, and have admired his client leadership and ability to build, recruit and develop unmatched talent. Now I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to strengthen ARG’s global footprint.”
“Adding Geoff to our team of many of the best reinsurance leaders in the world will enable us to continue to create innovative new products and services for our clients,” said Ted T. Devine, Aon Re chief executive officer. “With Geoff’s leadership and our talented team we will continue to invest in growth opportunities and simplify our organization in these critical regions.”
Bromley is scheduled to join Aon in February 2008 after he fulfills his responsibilities with Guy Carpenter. He will be based in London and will report to Devine.
Aon UK is ranked by A.M. Best as the number one global insurance brokerage based on brokerage revenues and voted best insurance intermediary, offering classic car insurance, high value home insurance, entertainment and media insurance and construction site insurance.
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