Relm adds trio to C-suite as expansion accelerates, names Shane Doyle CUO

Bermuda-based specialty insurer Relm Insurance has expanded its executive team with the appointments of Shane Doyle, Henry Paddison and Becky Vernon, reinforcing underwriting, legal and operational capabilities as the group scales its platform across innovative and emerging sectors.

Doyle joins Relm as chief underwriting officer, based in the United Kingdom. He brings underwriting and leadership experience across specialty insurance, most recently from his role as a strategy consultant for Jensten Underwriting, as well as CEO roles at Aquis Global, One Global Broking and Zurich Financial Services Australia. 

Paddison joins from Arial Re to take on the role of chief operating officer, based in Bermuda. He brings broad operational and financial leadership experience, with a focus on scaling organizations, strengthening execution, and aligning strategy with day-to-day delivery. His role will support Relm’s continued expansion while maintaining operational discipline across the business. Prior to Arial Re, he held positions at MetLife and Validus Reinsurance. 

Vernon joins Relm as chief legal officer, based in Bermuda. Her background spans both advisory and operational roles, supporting organisations navigating growth, change, and heightened regulatory scrutiny, most recently as SVP, general counsel at Afiniti. 

Joseph Ziolkowski, Relm’s CEO and founder, said: “Relm was built to support the industries shaping the future economy. These appointments deepen our underwriting, legal and operational leadership at a critical moment in our growth. Together, they strengthen our ability to serve innovators in complex markets with discipline, clarity and long-term commitment.”

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