On The Move (September 01, 2003)

Royal & SunAlliance Canada confirms the retirement of president and CEO Larry Simmons. Simmons took over the top spot in 2001, having previously served as COO. He will continue to head up the company until a replacement is named.

The Innovation Group (TiG) welcomes Joseph Perno as an advisor. He recently retired from his role as senior vice president of application systems at Chubb & Sons, after 21 years with the company.

Family Insurance Solutions Inc. has a new president with the appointment of Harry Kloosterhuis. He brings 23 years of industry experience, most recently as director of TEIG Holding Co.

Former Kingsway General president and COO Steve Smith is the new president and CEO of the Farm Mutual Reinsurance Plan (FMRP). Smith has more than 27 years industry experience and will take over from retiring FMRP president John Harper.

Cunningham Lindsay Canada Ltd. has named Michael Alwyn branch manager of the firm’s Barrie, ON office. He brings more than 15 years adjusting experience to the new position, most recently with the firm’s Halifax office.

Standard Auto Wreckers has appointed Randy Brant as director of business development. He has 15 years experience in linking insurers with the collision repair and auto parts industries.

Grain Insurance and Guarantee Co. announces two new appointments. Cheryl L. Madden brings more than 20 years experience to her new role as vice president of underwriting. And Ian G. Frost moves into the role of claims manager for Canada with 21 years of experience.

Correction

Regarding the CU July 2003 cover article, Converium is not affiliated with Zurich Group, and Platinum Re is licensed under St. Paul Fire paper, with St. Paul having only a minority interest in the company.