WTW taps new broking head in FINEX North America team

WTW has announced the appointment of Michael Machin as head of broking for FINEX North America, Corporate Risk & Broking.

In his new role, Machin will lead the FINEX North America team at WTW, implementing a cohesive strategy across all lines of financial business. This will include coordinating efforts across mergers and acquisitions and the carrier management business within CRB. Machin will also join the FINEX North America leadership team. He will be based in Massachusetts and will report to Jon Drummond, head of broking, CRB North America, and Ken Ross, head of FINEX North America.

“The addition of Michael to the FINEX NA team will enhance the deep industry knowledge FINEX NA is known for, bringing expertise in management liability, cyber insurance, and professional services, collaborating to deliver customized, industry-driven solutions to our clients,” Ross said.

Machin has wide experience in both broking and underwriting. Prior to taking on his new role, he led teams of management liability brokers within the FINEX practice. Before joining WTW, Machin served in senior-level positions at Chubb and Travelers in both underwriting and product development.