Cedar Trace hires former Artex lead Chris Wilson to strengthen ILS platform
Cedar Trace has strengthened its insurance-linked securities (ILS), adding Chris Wilson, an experienced reinsurance and ILS executive, to its leadership team as managing director of Cedar Trace Capital Management.
Wilson has joined the Bermuda-based firm and will support key ILS operational functions, underwriting, investor relations, fundraising and new product initiatives. He will also represent Cedar Trace across Bermuda and international ILS markets as the company continues to expand its platform and market presence.
Wilson brings more than 20 years of experience in the global reinsurance and ILS sectors. Most recently, he served as senior vice president, advisory and head of underwriting at Artex Capital Solutions in Bermuda.
Prior to that, he spent nearly seven years with Artex’s Guernsey operation, holding roles including head of ILS underwriting and ILS underwriter. Before joining Artex, Wilson spent almost 11 years at Willis Re, where he served as a divisional director within the broker’s Japan team, including four years based in Tokyo.
The company said Wilson’s appointment reflects its continued focus on building an institutional-grade platform that provides access to risk transfer opportunities for investors while maintaining operational discipline and governance standards
Fergus Reynolds, head of ILS, said: “Chris brings a strong combination of market knowledge and execution experience gained over many years in the ILS sector. His deep understanding of both the underwriting and operational aspects of the market makes him an excellent fit for Cedar Trace. We are delighted to welcome him to the team and look forward to working closely with him as we continue to strengthen and expand our institutional platform.”
Wilson added: “Cedar Trace has built an impressive platform with a clear vision for the future of ILS investing. I am excited to join the team at such an important stage of its development and look forward to working to continue enhancing the firm's operational capabilities, investor offering, and market presence.”
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