Michael Lewis Named President, Marsh Risk Canada
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, today announced that Michael Lewis has been promoted to President, Marsh Risk Canada, effective April 1.
In this role, Mr. Lewis will lead the strategic development and execution of Marsh Risk’s Canada commercial strategy, which encompasses its risk management, corporate and commercial client segments, risk consulting services, and specialty insurance broking solutions. He will also work closely with Marsh’s country leaders to deliver the firm’s market-leading capabilities across risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments and management consulting to clients.
Mr. Lewis succeeds Sarah Robson, who will continue to serve as Marsh Canada CEO. He will report jointly to Ms. Robson and Michelle Sartain, President, Marsh Risk for US and Canada.
Mr. Lewis currently serves as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for Marsh Canada and Head of Specialty and Industry for Marsh Risk Canada. He will retain his CCO role alongside his new responsibilities as President. A new Head of Specialty and Industry will be named in due course. Mr. Lewis joined Marsh Risk in 2006 as part of its Workforce Strategies group in Australia. He moved to Hong Kong in 2013 to lead the Workforce Strategies group there, then moved to Canada in 2018 to become the National Growth and Industry Leader.
Commenting on the appointment, Ms. Robson said: “Michael’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as our Canadian clients face unprecedented economic and geopolitical volatility, including evolving trade policies, regulatory changes, and complex global risks. His commitment to clients, deep experience, and leadership will be critical in helping our clients navigate these challenges.”
Mr. Lewis added: “I look forward to working closely with our colleagues across Canada to build on the already strong foundation cemented by Sarah and to deliver continued innovation and stellar service to our clients.”
About Marsh
Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit corporate.marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
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