Ron Carlier, Chief Executive Officer of Cooper Gay Re North America, announced today the addition of Norman Gayle as Managing Director. Mr. Gayle will be joining the executive team working from the head office in downtown New York focusing on production and strategic planning, assisting in the development of new relationships and the support of existing clients.With over 35 years of insurance & reinsurance experience, Mr. Gayle has held a number of senior management positions within the insurance and reinsurance industry.
In discussing the new appointment, Carlier said, "Norman's wealth of experience in both broking and underwriting will be invaluable to the North American reinsurance team. He is known throughout the industry and has strong relationships in the US, Bermudian, and London markets."
"I am excited about the opportunity with Cooper Gay Re," states Norman Gayle. "Our team will work closely with our colleagues within the Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford Group to continue to expand and grow our North American reinsurance business to offer a strong alternative option of distribution in the market."
Gayle holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from Georgia State University.
About Swett & Crawford
Swett & Crawford has 99 years of experience in helping to mitigate the risks of doing business here and around the globe. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the blended strength of Swett & Crawford and Cooper Gay, with a combined $4 billion in premiums, delivers one of the world's largest global wholesale brokerage and reinsurance organizations.
About Cooper Gay Re
Cooper Gay Re covers all classes and types of treaty and facultative reinsurance from a worldwide client base. Our significant market presence allows us to source the best possible rates and coverage for our clients from reinsurers the world over. With a wealth of experience in all marketplaces, we are able to structure tailor-made reinsurances to suit our clients' needs.
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