|
Listen to this story:
|
- Climate Leadership: John Neal’s appointment aims to strengthen Aon’s climate strategy with innovative solutions and access to new capital sources.
- Reinsurance Expertise: Neal’s proven leadership at Lloyd’s of London positions him to enhance Aon’s Reinsurance offerings amid rising market demands.
- Industry Vision: Neal’s strategic focus on technology and talent aligns with Aon’s growth strategy, addressing risks from climate change to geopolitical volatility.
Aon a global professional services leader, has appointed John Neal as Global Chairman of Climate Solutions and Global CEO of Reinsurance, effective after his notice period concludes.
Neal’s role focuses on combating the increasing risks of climate change and strengthening Aon’s Reinsurance solutions. Reporting to Andy Marcell, CEO of Risk Capital for Aon, Neal will be based in London and serve on Aon’s Risk Capital leadership team.
Key Appointment Significance “John’s career is celebrated for looking ahead to the future and investing in technology and talent to position the insurance industry for greater impact and growth,” said Greg Case, CEO of Aon. “His leadership will advance our 3×3 Plan, unlocking integrated climate solutions and setting us apart in addressing client needs across risk and people issues.”
Track Record at Lloyd’s Neal joins Aon following his tenure as CEO of Lloyd’s of London, where he led a transformative strategy that positioned the company for long-term growth and fortified its financial standing during a 340-year history.
Related Article: Zurich and Aon Propel Clean Hydrogen Insurance for Net-Zero Transition
“His leadership at Lloyd’s transformed the marketplace, achieving industry-leading performance,” said Marcell. “John’s expertise in Trade, Technology, Weather, and Workforce megatrends makes him the ideal fit to address clients’ evolving challenges.”
Neal’s Vision Reflecting on his time at Lloyd’s, Neal stated, “I am grateful to my colleagues at Lloyd’s for their dedication and for helping build a sustainable foundation for success. I’m excited to join Aon to drive smart reinsurance solutions that tackle pressing global challenges, particularly in the climate transition.”
Career Highlights Before Lloyd’s, Neal was Group CEO of QBE, overseeing a $14 billion gross written premium business with operations in 37 countries. He also led a management buyout of Ensign, scaling it to a leading specialist commercial motor underwriter in the UK, and was the youngest active underwriter at Lloyd’s early in his career.
Neal’s appointment signals Aon’s commitment to expanding its Risk Capital capabilities to better serve clients navigating complex and dynamic risk landscapes.
Follow ESG News on LinkedIn