Willis, a WTW business, has announced the appointment of Paul Haas as Senior Director, Business Development, based in Chicago.
Having joined Willis on August 10, Haas has been tasked with leading new business development across the Midwest, with a focus on growing the company’s presence in financial institutions risk at the intersection of banking and digital assets. He will also help further develop Willis’ expertise, talent and tools in these areas.
The executive brings 15 years of insurance industry experience, having most recently served as Vice President at Marsh, where he advised banking and finance clients on business insurance and risk management strategies.
Earlier in his career, Haas spent several years at Lockton assisting clients with complex and emerging exposures across the financial institutions sector, including risks related to digital assets.
Ryan Pischke, Managing Director and Regional Growth Leader for the Midwest at Willis, commented: “We’re excited to welcome Paul to Willis at a time when financial institutions are navigating significant change, particularly as banking and digital assets continue to converge.
“Paul has been working in this space for years, bringing valuable experience and perspective to an increasingly complex market. His expertise will help us continue to build our capabilities and deliver solutions that address the evolving needs of our clients.”
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