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Hilary Browne

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Global Chief Underwriting Officer, at BHSI at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
📍 Ireland

Hilary Browne serves as the Global Chief Underwriting Officer at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance. With nearly 25 years in the industry, she has held numerous senior underwriting and leadership roles at BHSI and previously at AIG, demonstrating extensive expertise in global casualty, healthcare, and multinational underwriting.

Hilary is a passionate and collaborative leader, focused on attracting and developing diverse, high-performing teams. She emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and curiosity in a rapidly evolving industry. Her public commentary shows a commitment to fostering an inclusive culture that she believes leads to better business outcomes.

She was named one of the "Executives to Watch" by Risk & Insurance, highlighting her significant impact and leadership within the global insurance sector.

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Experience
6 Years
Current Role
Global Chief Underwriting Officer, at BHSI
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Ireland
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Priorities

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Global Underwriting Strategy
As Global CUO, she oversees underwriting across all product lines and regions, driving strategy and ensuring long-term profitability for BHSI.
Talent Development
She has a stated passion for attracting, developing, and retaining top underwriting talent, viewing it as essential for maintaining underwriting discipline and consistent profitability.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
Global Chief Underwriting Officer, at BHSI
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
5-2023 - 12-2024
Deputy Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Global CUO Casualty & Healthcare, at BHSI
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
4-2022 - 4-2023
Global Casualty Chief Underwriting Officer, Deputy Head of Europe and Country Manager, UK
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
4-2018 - 11-2019
Head of Casualty, International AIG
AIG
7-2017 - 3-2018
Head of Liabilities, UK and Europe
AIG
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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Names Hilary Browne & Cameron Holmes to Global Underwriting Leadership Posts. Featured in Business Wire
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