Ryan Specialty, a US-based provider of specialty products and solutions for insurance brokers, has appointed Steve Keogh as its new COO, effective 1 May.
Keogh began his professional journey with Aon and served the global brokerage company for more than 28 years, according to his LinkedIn profile.
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During his time at Aon, he served as president of Commercial Risk Solutions and chief administrative officer for the same division.
Additionally, he held the role of president for US Commercial Risk & Health Solutions.
Commenting on the appointment, Ryan Specialty CEO Tim Turner said: “Steve is a seasoned insurance executive who brings to Ryan Specialty highly relevant operational and leadership experience.
“We have known Steve for many years and have great respect for his business acumen, judgement and character. We are very much looking forward to having Steve as a part of our executive team.”
Ryan Specialty president Jeremiah Bickham stated: “Steve’s leadership style perfectly aligns with the Ryan Specialty culture. Further, his distinguished skills and experience come to us at the perfect time as we look to further optimise our platform and drive operational excellence even deeper into the organisation. We are very excited for Steve to join Ryan Specialty this spring.”
Keogh added: “I have known the Ryan Specialty executive team for many years and have watched with admiration the growth of their firm since its inception in 2010. It is an honour to join them, and I am excited to make an impact.”
Last month, Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers launched a new business unit, Celerity Risk.
Celerity Risk is a rebranded venture that combines CorRisk Solutions from Ryan Financial Lines and Celerity Pro from Innovisk Capital Partners, which Ryan Specialty acquired in November 2024.
Set up in 2010, Ryan Specialty serves as a service provider of specialty products and solutions for insurance brokers, agents and carriers.
The company offers distribution, underwriting, product development, administration and risk management services, operating as a wholesale broker and managing underwriter.
