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AXA XL, the property, casualty and specialty risk division of AXA, has confirmed the advancement of Mikki Williams and Doug Schmude to senior positions within its Specialty Team Americas.<\/p>\n

\"\"The moves are part of the company\u2019s ongoing efforts to reinforce leadership across key specialty businesses in the region.<\/p>\n

Mikki Williams has been named Head of Ocean Marine, overseeing Cargo, Hull & P&I, and Marine Liabilities. Based in Seattle, Williams has built broad expertise through years of experience in marine underwriting and risk assessment.<\/p>\n

In this role, Williams will direct the Ocean Marine portfolio across the Americas, guiding underwriting strategy, portfolio management and market engagement within the marine specialty segment.<\/p>\n

Doug Schmude has been appointed Head of Commercial Bonds. Operating from Chicago, Schmude will lead the commercial bonds portfolio, with responsibility for business development, underwriting oversight and broker engagement. Drawing on extensive market experience, Schmude will work to further develop capabilities and support client needs across this line of business.<\/p>

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Sylvain Bouteill\u00e9, Chief Underwriting Officer, Specialty, Americas, commented: “Mikki and Doug exemplify the talent, dedication, and expertise that are at the core of AXA XL’s success. Their promotions reflect their outstanding contributions and our confidence in their ability to lead these vital segments into the future.”<\/p>\n

Donna Nadeau, Head of Large Commercial Insurance Americas, said: “Both Mikki and Doug have been invaluable members of our team for many years. Their knowledge and leadership will undoubtedly support our continued growth and our commitment to delivering exceptional value to clients.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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