Marsh Wins Prestigious Insurance Industry Awards

New York   |   September 10, 2015

Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, announced today that Peter Zaffino, president and CEO, was named “North America Insurance Broking CEO of the Year” by Reactions magazine. Marsh was also named “North America Insurance Broker of the Year” at the 2015 Reactions North America Awards gala held in New York last night.

Commenting on the announcement, Dan Glaser, president and CEO of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC), said: “These awards are a testament to Peter’s leadership and the dedication of our colleagues who work so hard to bring the best of our company to their clients. In today’s complex and volatile risk environment, we have been at the forefront of developing market-leading, innovative solutions that help our clients thrive. I am proud that Peter and Marsh have received these prestigious industry awards.”

Prior to becoming president and CEO of Marsh in 2011, Mr. Zaffino was president and CEO of Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC. In May 2015, he was named to the additional role of chairman of Marsh & McLennan Companies’ Risk & Insurance Services segment, which includes Marsh and Guy Carpenter.

“Reactions is pleased to hand Peter Zaffino the award for ‘North America Insurance Broking CEO of the Year’ for his continued work to ensure Marsh remains at the forefront of the broking industry,” said Christopher Munro, Americas editor for Reactions. “We also congratulate Marsh for being recognized as ‘North America Insurance Broker of the Year’ for its continued commitment to providing the innovative solutions its clients need to offset the risks they face.”

The Reactions North America Awards program, now in its 10^th year, honors those companies and individuals that have stood out from their peers during the past year. Winners are chosen by a judging panel of leading industry executives with input from Reactions’ editorial team.

About Marsh

Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor. With around 40,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data-driven risk solutions and advisory services.  Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue over $17 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses:. Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer  and Oliver Wyman.  For more information, visit mmc.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter or subscribe to BRINK.