Arch Insurance names Ernesto Medina Gomez as Head of Executive Assurance, Europe

Core Insights - Arch Insurance has appointed Ernesto Medina Gomez as the Head of Executive Assurance for Europe, a newly created position aimed at expanding its executive assurance portfolio in Continental Europe, particularly in Iberia [1][2] Group 1: Appointment and Role - Ernesto Medina Gomez will lead the expansion of Arch's executive assurance portfolio across Continental Europe, focusing on Iberia [2] - He is based in Madrid and will collaborate with Julien Martins, the Head of Executive Assurance for France, regarding Benelux and France [2] - Medina Gomez will oversee the underwriting strategy, product development, and distribution of Arch's executive assurance solutions [2] Group 2: Experience and Background - Medina Gomez has extensive experience in underwriting commercial directors & officers and financial institutions business for large European accounts [3] - He previously held senior underwriting roles at Probitas, Zurich, and The Hartford [3] - Most recently, he served as Senior Executive Assurance Underwriter at Arch Insurance International, based in London, after joining the company in 2021 [3] Group 3: Strategic Comments - Matthew Brophy, Chief Underwriting Officer of AIEU dac, emphasized that Medina Gomez's experience and leadership position him well to lead the expansion of the executive assurance portfolio in Continental Europe [4] - Brophy noted that this line of business presents growth opportunities and the potential to deliver significant value to brokers [5] - His market expertise and strong relationships with local European brokers are expected to enhance Arch's footprint in the region and support its strategic ambitions [5]