Willis Global appoints new director

Willis Global, the broker’s specialist brokerage and consulting service, has appointed Pietro Menghi as director of strategy and transformation.

Menghi replaces David Thomas, who has been appointed to Willis’ market solutions and services unit. He will report to Steve Hearn, chairman and CEO of Willis Global and will be based in London. He retains his role as chairman of Willis Re Southern Europe in Italy.

Commenting on Menghi’s appointment, Hearn says: “With over twenty years of experience in the reinsurance sector, Pietro brings to the central leadership team of Willis Global a range of skills, not least exceptionally strong leadership.”

“Besides maintaining a close involvement in Willis Re, he will work alongside the central leadership team of Willis Global as well as business leaders across the Group to ensure a consistent and effective strategic approach that connects Willis’s deep industry specific knowledge with our global broking capabilities and international network.”