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Declan O'Neill Joins Risk Management Advisors as Senior Captive Manager
Declan O'Neill has joined Risk Management Advisors (RMA) as senior captive manager, bringing over 17 years of experience. He will lead captive insurance operations, client service, and regulatory compliance. His expertise supports RMA's growth as part of the fifth-largest captive manager in the United States, serving over 1,000 risk-bearing entities. Learn More
Vermont's Top Captive Insurance Regulator to Retire in January
Sandy Bigglestone, deputy commissioner of Vermont's Captive Insurance Division, will retire January 1, 2026, after nearly 30 years. A global leader in captive insurance regulation, her tenure helped solidify Vermont's dominance in the industry. Transition plans for her successor will be announced by the Department of Financial Regulation. Learn More
SCCIA Names Inaugural ICCIE Scholarship Recipients
The South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) announced its inaugural International Center for Captive Insurance Education (ICCIE) scholarship recipients, recognizing two professionals for their leadership in the captive insurance industry. The scholarship supports employees of SCCIA member companies pursuing Associate in Captive Insurance (ACI) or Certificate in Captive Insurance (CCI) designations. According to the association, applications for the 2026 scholarship cycle will open in January. Read More
FERMA Names Laurent Nihoul as CEO, Citing Industry Expertise
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) has appointed Laurent Nihoul as CEO, highlighting a strategic shift toward leadership grounded in captive insurance and risk expertise. With nearly 30 years in the industry, Nihoul will focus on advocacy, collaboration, and elevating the role of European risk managers across the global insurance landscape. Read More
Airmic CEO Julia Graham to Retire; Diane Maxwell Named Successor
Airmic CEO Julia Graham will retire in April 2026 after a decade in leadership. Diane Maxwell, a global risk and financial services expert, will succeed her. Ms. Maxwell joins in November as CEO designate to ensure a smooth transition, bringing deep experience in regulation, public policy, and financial resilience. Read More
Zurich North America Appoints Matthew Moore as Head of Group Captives
Zurich North America has named Matthew Moore as executive vice president, head of group captives. Based in Chicago, he will report to Alex Wells. Mr. Moore brings nearly 17 years at The Hartford, where he led captives and loss sensitive programs. He succeeds Dawn Hiestand, who joined Artex earlier this year. Read More
TDCI Names Brittany Thompson Director of Internal Audit
Brittany Thompson has been promoted to director of internal audit at the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI). A certified fraud examiner with extensive experience, Ms. Thompson will oversee audits, investigations, and compliance efforts, supporting strong governance and risk management across the department, including oversight functions relevant to captive insurance regulations. Read More