Gallagher Re, a global reinsurance broker, has recently announced the promotion of April Engelman to the position of Chief Operating Officer for its North American region. Engelman, who first joined Gallagher Re in 2021 as an Executive Vice President and Operations Director, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role.
Brian Flasinski, CEO of Gallagher Re North America, expressed his excitement about Engelman’s promotion, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome April to the North American leadership team. April brings a wealth of knowledge across operations, deep expertise, and proven leadership — invaluable assets to support the business as we embark on the next chapter of our growth story.”
Engelman’s career trajectory includes starting as an account analyst at Willis Re, where she eventually rose to the position of Senior Vice President, Regional Operations Manager – Midwest. Following Gallagher Re’s acquisition of Willis Re, Engelman joined the firm as Executive Vice President, North America Operations Director, playing a crucial role in the transition between the two companies.
In her new role as Chief Operating Officer, Engelman will be replacing Mark Hansen, who was recently promoted to Gallagher Re’s Chief Operating Officer. She will report directly to Flasinski and will be based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gallagher Re operates in the risk and capital business, providing reinsurance brokering and advisory services. Engelman’s promotion signifies the company’s commitment to promoting talent from within and driving operational excellence in the North American region.