American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) today announced the appointment of Ray Hall as Head of Western World, effective immediately. Mr. Hall will report directly to Lou Levinson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lexington Insurance – an AIG company.
In this role, Mr. Hall will be responsible for driving and executing Western World’s strategies for the contract bind market through an exclusive network of wholesale brokers. He joined AIG in 2020 as Western World’s National Director and will continue to be based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Western World is an AIG company that offers dedicated wholesale solutions in the contract bind property, casualty and garage segments. The company is part of AIG’s leading Excess & Surplus lines platform which includes Lexington Insurance and provides non-admitted solutions to wholesale brokers and their clients.
Mr. Levinson said, “Ray’s appointment reflects AIG’s deep bench strength and strong talent-from-within culture. I am certain that Western World will continue to thrive and innovate in the contract bind space as Ray leads the company into its next chapter of growth and excellence.”
Don Bailey, EVP and Chief Executive Officer, AIG North America Commercial Insurance added, “Western World’s market-leading capabilities are a critical element of our North America growth strategy in the Excess & Surplus lines market. Ray’s extensive experience and proven track record makes him the ideal leader for this important business.”
Mr. Hall said, “I am honored to take on this important role leading Western World, AIG’s contract bind business, and I look forward to working with my colleagues across the organization to drive continued profitable growth.”
Mr. Hall brings 27 years of industry experience and is a recognized leader in the contract bind space. As National Director of Western World, he played a key role in transforming the company’s contract bind franchise, leading initiatives in product development, enhancing underwriting discipline, attracting top talent, and strengthening relationships with wholesale brokers.