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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 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 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

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

Aaron Hillebrandt, principal and consulting actuary at Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, Inc., has been inducted into Illinois State University's College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame. A former ISU mathematics lecturer and an honorably discharged United States Marine Corps veteran, he has over 18 years of experience as an actuary. Read More