Articles - Aon Benfield appoints new Latin America CEO

 Aon Benfield has announced the appointment of Alejandro J. Galizia as Chief Executive Officer of Aon Benfield Latin America. 

 In his new role Galizia’s responsibilities will include driving business growth, managing client teams, and creating and maintaining a business environment that is supportive to optimizing Latin America client results.

 He will report to William Farmer, Vice Chairman Aon Benfield.

 Alejandro started his career in 1989 at Sul America Group as Reinsurance and Special Business Manager. He joined Aon Group in 1996 as Commercial Director and was appointed CEO of Aon Re Argentina in 2000. From 2004 to 2008 he was in charge of the South Region of Aon Re Latin America, and has since occupied several executive positions for Aon Benfield in the region.

 William Farmer, Vice Chairman Aon Benfield, commented: “Alejandro has extensive reinsurance industry experience and brings tremendous focus and expertise to this new role, which will ensure that Aon Benfield continues to deliver the best service to our clients. We are thrilled that he will lead our Latin American team.”
 
 Alejandro Galizia, CEO of Aon Benfield Latin America, added: “Being promoted to this role is an honor, and represents an amazing opportunity to lead the firm’s Latin America team. Working with our colleagues across the region, we will continue to deliver unmatched services and value to our clients.”