Marsh Risk Canada names new president

Michael Lewis will become president of Marsh Risk Canada, effective April 1.

He succeeds Sarah Robson, who will continue to serve as Marsh Canada CEO. Lewis will report jointly to Robson and Michelle Sartain, president of Marsh Risk for U.S. and Canada.

“Michael’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as our Canadian clients face unprecedented economic and geopolitical volatility, including evolving trade policies, regulatory changes, and complex global risks,” Robson said of his appointment. “His commitment to clients, deep experience, and leadership will be critical in helping our clients navigate these challenges.”

Lewis currently serves as chief commercial officer (CCO) for Marsh Canada and head of specialty and industry for Marsh Risk Canada. He will retain his CCO role alongside his new responsibilities as president. A new head of specialty and industry will be named in the future.

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In his new role as president, Lewis will lead the strategic development and execution of Marsh Risk’s Canada commercial strategy, including its risk management, corporate and commercial client segments, risk consulting services, and specialty insurance broking solutions.

Lewis joined Marsh Risk in 2006 as part of its Workforce Strategies group in Australia. He moved to Hong Kong in 2013 to lead the Workforce Strategies group there. He then moved to Canada in 2018 to become the national growth and industry leader.

Commenting on his promotion, Lewis said: “I look forward to working closely with our colleagues across Canada to build on the already strong foundation cemented by Sarah and to deliver continued innovation and stellar service to our clients.”