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SRS Names Sandy Bigglestone to Lead Governance and Compliance
Sandy Bigglestone joins Strategic Risk Solutions as managing director and chief governance, regulatory, and compliance officer. A longtime leader in captive insurance regulation, she will support global clients and lead compliance strategy at SRS, including its Titanium division serving Fortune 500 and complex organizations. Learn More
Robert Gagliardi Named CEO of SRS Titanium
Strategic Risk Solutions appointed Robert Gagliardi as CEO of SRS Titanium, its new platform focused on captive insurance for Fortune 500 and multinational companies. Gagliardi brings over 25 years of experience, including global leadership at AIG, to lead innovation and growth in complex captive insurance solutions across global markets. Learn More
Hylant Expands Leadership Team to Support Growth and Innovation
Hylant announced key leadership changes to support its continued growth, including expanded roles in consulting, revenue, and regional operations. With a focus on captive insurance, strategic risk advisory, and innovation, the company aims to enhance client service and strengthen its position as a top private insurance brokerage in the United States. Read More
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. Read 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. Read 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