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South Carolina Appoints Andy Noga as Director of Captive Insurance
Andy Noga has been appointed director of captives at the South Carolina Department of Insurance. With over 30 years of industry experience, Mr. Noga will oversee the state's growing captive insurance market, which includes 233 active companies across diverse sectors such as health care, finance, and manufacturing. Read More
Elyssa Nagle Named to Captive International’s FORTY Under 40
Elyssa Nagle of Johnson Lambert was named to a leading 2025 "40 under 40" list honoring rising stars in the captive insurance industry. Known for her leadership, mentorship, and technical expertise, she plays a key role in advancing captive education and guiding the next generation of industry professionals. Read More
Lara Martiner Named Global Head of Alternative Risk Transfer at Allianz
Allianz Commercial appointed Lara Martiner as global head of alternative risk transfer. She will continue leading Allianz Risk Transfer AG, focusing on captive insurance, structured insurance, and parametric solutions to meet rising client demand for nontraditional risk strategies. Ms. Martiner succeeds Grant Maxwell, who will leave Allianz in June. Read More
NCCIA President and CEO Tom Adams To Retire in October 2025
Thomas L. "Tom" Adams will retire as president and CEO of the North Carolina Captive Insurance Association (NCCIA) in October 2025. Mr. Adams, a founding member, led NCCIA since 2013. Under his leadership, North Carolina became a top US captive insurance domicile. A new CEO will be announced at the 2025 conference. Read More
Heather McClure Named Chair of CICA Board of Directors
Heather McClure, managing partner at Helio Risk, has been elected chair of the Captive Insurance Companies Association board. Ms. McClure, with 25 years in captive insurance and risk management, leads alongside newly appointed officers and directors for 2025–2026. Read More