Sompo International creates new risk control service

Sompo International has launched a global risk control services function within its insurance business.

Led by Victor Sordillo, senior vice president, risk control, the team will work with the company’s insureds to deliver advanced risk management programs as well as more traditional loss control tools. The team can access resources across the US and Europe, with certified experts in a broad range of safety disciplines including industrial hygiene, ergonomics, fire protection, and product liability as well as professionals with extensive experience in the transportation, environmental services, real estate, hospitality, construction, manufacturing and financial services sectors.

Sordillo joined Sompo International in January 2017, and according to the company has significantly expanded and enhanced the scope of strategic risk management services offered to its clients.

“By building a team of specialized risk control professionals with in-depth knowledge of the risk exposures specific to our client’s operations, we can deliver innovative and consultative risk control services,” said Sordillo. “Advanced risk management programs provide value to our clients by reducing their risk exposure, identifying best practice controls, improving efficiency and differentiating their business operations.”

“Working collaboratively with our dedicated underwriters and claims specialists, this expanded global risk control function will enhance the delivery of industry leading services to Sompo International’s clients,” said Jack Kuhn, chief executive officer of global insurance and chief underwriting officer, Sompo International. “Our clients appreciate that our advanced risk control services drive reduced claims experience and demonstrated return on investment to their bottom line.”