AIG appoints country manager of Bermuda from XL

American International Group (AIG) has appointed Catherine Duffy as country manager of Bermuda. She joins from XL Catlin.

In her new role, Duffy will oversee AIG’s insurance operations and strategy in Bermuda, reporting to Lex Baugh, chief executive officer of North America General Insurance. Duffy will work closely with product leadership to drive innovation and service excellence for our clients and distribution partners. She will serve as AIG’s principal liaison with the Bermuda Monetary Authority and other local stakeholders.

Duffy has nearly 30 years of experience, having held numerous underwriting leadership roles, including senior vice president, excess liability at Torus Insurance Bermuda and vice president, underwriting at XL Insurance (Bermuda). She was most recently senior vice president and underwriting manager for XL Bermuda. 

Baugh said: “I am pleased to welcome Catherine to AIG as part of our commitment to delivering differentiated solutions to clients and distribution partners in Bermuda. Catherine’s deep knowledge of Bermuda will be of great value as we position AIG for growth in this important insurance market.”