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“We keep evolving the brand as we grow and expand, which is equally rewarding and satisfying”
Alice Phillips Topping
Ryan Specialty
Michael Palotay joined NAS Insurance in 2009 to lead the company’s new cyber and tech underwriting facility. When Tokio Marine HCC acquired NAS, he became the chief underwriting officer, focusing on maximizing underwriting profitability, product development, and overall business growth. Continuing in this role within the Cyber & Professional Lines Group at Tokio Marine HCC through December 2021, Palotay assumed the position of President on January 1, 2022. In his current role, he remains dedicated to delivering innovative products and services that foster success for clients, partners, and employees.
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Michael Palotay
President
Tokio Marine HCC – Cyber & Professional Lines Group
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“It’s very important to set an example and to not only inspire but mentor other females”
Alice Phillips Topping
Ryan Specialty
2006–2008
2008–2019
2019–2022
2022–present
2023
Senior Underwriter at AIG
2006–
2008
Chief Underwriting Officer for Cyber and Professional Lines products and services at NAS Insurance
2008–
2019
Tokio Marine HCC acquired NAS Insurance and formed Tokio Marine HCC – Cyber & Professional Lines Group (CPLG)
2019–
2022
President of Tokio Marine HCC – CPLG
2022–
present
Shortlisted for IBC’s CEO of the Year award
Flagged for the leadership fast-track program during her time at RSA
2023
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
Present
Milestones
• Gold award for Magazine or Newspaper Advertisement
• Silver award for Promotional Email
• Silver award for Most Out-of-the-Box Idea
As a founding member of WOW! (Women. Opportunity. Winning.), an employee resource group created for all women of Ryan Specialty, Phillips Topping has long championed for women in the industry.
“It’s very important to set an example and to not only inspire but mentor other females,” she adds.
In addition to her sharp marketing eye, the key to Phillips Topping’s success lies in her high-energy approach and positive attitude.
“As the leader of a team, it’s important to motivate and encourage your team members. People work very hard and do their best and it’s important to recognize these efforts. For my career overall, my attitude has been one of curiosity. The more you can learn, the better you’ll understand the business, and then the deeper your knowledge will become, making you a better team member.”
Chief underwriting officer of executive risk at Chubb
President of financial insurance solutions at Kemper
Chief underwriting officer at Axis Capital
CEO of global Insurance at Endurance
CEO of global Insurance at Sompo International
“We keep evolving the brand as we grow and expand, which is equally rewarding and satisfying,” adds Phillips Topping.
“Marketing is a very busy space. The challenge is to keep it fresh and keep it new. There’s so much out there. You have to think about how to break through.”
Since joining the firm in 2015, Ryan Specialty has:
• completed 28 acquisitions
• launched 10 companies
“With each acquisition and de novo formation, a large branding component is involved,” says Phillips Topping.
Speaking on the importance of spotlighting marketing professionals, Phillips Topping says, “It’s imperative to shine a light on those who aren’t necessarily brokers or underwriters. There are so many different aspects of the industry. It’s nice to show all the great work that’s being done behind the scenes.”
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