SRS Adds Tom Keist To Spearhead Altitude

Profile of Tom Keist

January 24, 2024 |

Profile of Tom Keist

Strategic Risk Solutions (SRS) has announced the appointment of Tom Keist as the chief commercial officer for SRS Altitude, effective April 1.

In his new role, Mr. Keist will spearhead Altitude's global business development efforts and steer key strategic initiatives aimed at expanding the business across various nonstandard solutions.

Brady Young, CEO of SRS, said, "Having a long-standing acquaintance with Tom, I have great admiration for his extensive knowledge and expertise. I am delighted to welcome him to our team, confident that his presence will significantly bolster our success."

Mr. Keist, previously associated with Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, brings over 25 years of global leadership and execution experience in property and casualty reinsurance, covering sales, underwriting, and alternative risk transfer. His professional journey includes leadership roles at Converium and Zurich. He holds a master of science degree in economics from the University of Zurich.

Mr. Keist said, "I am honored and thrilled to join the SRS family. I am confident that my skills and passion align perfectly with the company's vision, and I am eager to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence."

Altitude, set to begin operations in the first quarter of 2024, is an independent entity under the SRS umbrella that specializes in alternative risk transfer solutions designed to address the risk management challenges and needs of corporate clients across industries.

Mr. Keist is pictured above. Photo courtesy of SRS.

January 24, 2024