Marsh to launch global cyber practice; appoints new leaders

Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor and a business of Marsh McLennan, announced the launch of a new Marsh Specialty global cyber practice that integrates all of Marsh’s cyber capabilities across insurance, risk intelligence, incident management, and cybersecurity around the world.

The practice, which will formally launch of January 1, 2024, will be led by Tom Reagan, currently Cyber Practice Leader, US and Canada, Marsh Specialty. As Global Specialty Head of Cyber, Marsh Specialty, Mr. Reagan will be responsible for delivering industry-leading transactional and advisory services that enable clients around the world to better identify, measure, and manage their cyber risks. He will continue to be based in New York.

Meredith Schnur, currently Cyber Brokerage Leader, US and Canada, will assume leadership of Marsh Specialty’s US and Canada Cyber Practice, succeeding Mr. Reagan on January 1. She will continue to be based in New York.

Also on January 1, Greg Eskins, currently Cyber Product Leader, US and Canada, will assume leadership of a new Global Cyber Insurance Center that will oversee the development and delivery of innovative cyber insurance solutions that address current and emerging risk issues around the world. Mr. Eskins will be based in Miami. Brian Warszona, who most recently served as Deputy UK Cyber Practice Leader, will assume leadership of a new Global Cyber Digital Center that will oversee the development and deployment of innovative digital delivery tools and resources for clients. Mr. Warszona is relocating to Chicago from London.

“Cyber risk remains an urgent, ongoing, and constantly evolving challenge for organizations around the world,” said Pat Donnelly, President Marsh Specialty and Global Placement. “By bringing together Marsh’s full suite of market-leading cyber capabilities into one global specialty practice under Tom’s leadership, we will be even better positioned to help clients and communities manage their cyber risk and realize their possibilities in today’s digital economy.

“As the leading cyber insurance broker, we have an experienced and deep bench of talented cyber specialists ready to assume broader responsibilities. Meredith, Greg, and Brian are outstanding leaders with proven track records of delivering innovative cyber solutions and exceptional value to our clients.”