In this new role, Hines will work with Zurich’s regional executives and business units to coordinate growth in targeted areas. He will report to Robert Rheel, head of regional & distribution management, Zurich North America Commercial.
“Kurt has a proven track record of success in helping grow Zurich’s business and developing new market segments,” said Rheel. “In this new role, we’re confident he will help strengthen key relationships in the regions in which Zurich currently operates and will develop strategic opportunities for Zurich to grow its presence in new markets.”
During his 15-year tenure with Zurich, Hines has held numerous leadership roles, most recently as head of market management, Customer Industry Segments, where he helped define and execute growth strategies. He has also held roles in Zurich’s Proposition Development and Construction segments. Hines is an actuary by training and is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS). He holds a B.S. from the University of Minnesota and a M.B.A. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
