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Marsh appoints Craig Schioppo Global Head of Transactional Risk
New York, April 5th, 2022 – Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, announced today that Craig Schioppo, Transactional Risk Practice Leader, US and Canada has, in addition, been appointed Global Head of Transactional Risk, Marsh Specialty, effective immediately.
In this newly created position, Mr. Schioppo will oversee a global team of specialists responsible for the delivery of
transactional risk insurance solutions, including representations and warranties insurance, to private equity and strategic investor clients engaged in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) around the world.
Mr. Schioppo brings 25 years of M&A experience to the role having worked as an accountant, lawyer, and insurance broker throughout his career. He joined Marsh’s Private Equity and M&A (PEMA) Practice in 2003 and was named to his US & Canada leadership position in 2010. Based in New York, Mr. Schioppo will report to Lucy Clarke, interim Global Specialty Head, PEMA.
Commenting on his appointment, Ms. Clarke said: “In today’s volatile macro-economic and geopolitical environment, it’s never been more crucial for us to help our clients manage their M&A risks. Craig is a highly respected leader within the M&A sector and has a strong reputation for developing innovative solutions and lasting relationships both locally and globally. He is the ideal person to lead our global team going forward.”
Mr. Schioppo added: “I look forward to leading Marsh’s global team of transactional risk specialists as we continue to find ways to help our clients protect their portfolios in a robust, yet more challenging M&A marketplace.”
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