Global professional services firm Aon has appointed Sean Deehan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its Asia Pacific Strategy and Technology Group (APAC), effective immediately.
Based in Hong Kong, he reports to Sherif Zakhary, global CEO of Aon Strategy and Technology Group and Inpoint.
In his new role, Deehan is responsible for expanding the use of Aon’s comprehensive consulting, analytics and technology-led solutions. He will focus on expanding adoption of Aon Life’s risk modeling suite in Asia Pacific, including the company’s life and annuity risk modeling platform PathWise.
Deehan has over 25 years of experience in insurance, consulting, strategy and risk management, with extensive expertise in Greater China and Asia Pacific. Previously, he led business and growth initiatives across multiple insurance markets and has extensive experience in strategy, actuarial leadership, M&A, market entry strategy, product innovation, risk management and client advisory.
Most recently, Deehan served as divisional head for Greater China and regional head for Hong Kong and Macau at Willis Towers Watson. Previously, he held various senior management and board positions, including Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Standard Life (Asia).
Commenting on the appointment, Zachary said: “Asia Pacific is a significant growth opportunity for our team and Sean will play a key role in expanding our capabilities, strengthening collaboration and delivering greater value to clients in the region.
“Sean’s regional experience, market knowledge and commercial leadership will help enhance our momentum and support continued growth in the Asia Pacific region.”
Deehan added: “Aon’s strategy and technology teams have a strong reputation for helping clients make better decisions through innovation and deep industry knowledge.
“I am delighted to join the firm at a time of significant opportunity for the Asia Pacific region and look forward to working with colleagues and clients in the region to deliver unique solutions that support growth and long-term success.”
