Global insurance and reinsurance brokerage group Howden has appointed Chris Aries as general counsel for its US retail brokerage and advisory operations.
In his new role, Aries will serve as primary legal counsel for Howden’s U.S. operations, covering specialty and retail insurance.
He joins the senior leadership team, as part of which he will help guide business strategy, governance and operational planning while establishing a high-impact legal presence for the organization.
With more than two decades of experience in the field, Aries brings deep expertise in guiding multinational organizations to achieve significant growth through strategic acquisitions, large-scale integrations and platform expansions.
He is recognized for translating complex regulatory and operational requirements into practical solutions and identifying pressure points early to maintain momentum and ensure smooth execution.
Mike Parrish, CEO of Howden US, commented on the appointment: “Howden is reimagining US retail brokerage: innovative, agile and collaborative by design.
“Chris will be a true partner in bringing this vision to reality by building and leading client-first legal teams and strategies. I am delighted to have him join Howden and join my leadership team.”
Aries added: “I’m excited to join a team building something fundamentally different in the U.S. market. Howden’s entrepreneurial model and freedom from legacy constraints creates the perfect environment to build a legal framework that can grow quickly and scale efficiently.”
