Rotterdam – 18 October 2023 – Chubb today announced the appointment of Jeroen den Tex as Country President for Benelux. Currently, he is Chief Operating Officer for Benelux. In his new role, Den Tex will be responsible for Chubb’s property and casualty, accident and health, and consumer lines operations across Benelux.
Subject to regulatory approval, the appointment is effective immediately. Den Tex, who will continue to be based in Rotterdam, will report to Paul Woodgate, Regional Executive Officer for Chubb in Northern Europe. He succeeds Ron Verhulsdonck, who has decided to leave the company.
Paul Woodgate, Regional Executive Officer for Chubb in Northern Europe said: “I am delighted to welcome Jeroen to this important role. Benelux is an important market for Chubb where we see opportunity for continued growth. Jeroen brings more than 25 years of experience in financial services as well as a solid knowledge of Chubb. He is well respected both within Chubb and also the wider industry for his expertise and I am looking forward to working with Jeroen and to see continued growth in the Benelux business.
“I would also like to thank Ron for his dedication and hard work growing the business in a meaningful way over the last 22 years as Country President for Benelux.”
Den Tex joined Chubb in Benelux in 2019 as Segment Leader, Major Accounts followed by a role as Head of Distribution. Prior to Chubb, he was Commercial Director Europe at RSA, following roles with increasing seniority at Aon, Nationale-Nederlanden and ING. Den Tex has a Master of Law degree in Dutch Civil Law from Leiden University.
About Chubb
Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs approximately 40,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com
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