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In particular, he will lead the transformation and growth of ASR\u2019s infrastructure, data, AI, and digital strategy.<\/p>\nDeveloping markets-focused re\/insurance group Africa Specialty Risks (ASR) has appointed Tunu Sokiri as Chief Operations Officer, overseeing all operational and technology functions across the firm.<\/p>\n
In particular, he will lead the transformation and growth of ASR\u2019s infrastructure, data, AI, and digital strategy.<\/p>\n
Tunu will also oversee ASR\u2019s claims function, ensuring it “continues to deliver seamless service” to clients.<\/p>\n
Tunu joins ASR from Travelers Europe, where he was head of Europe operations since 2021.<\/p>\n
He has previously held a series of operations and technology-focused roles at Brit, SCOR, Munich Re, Chaucer, ACE and Faraday, having started his career at Arthur Andersen Business Consulting in 2001.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\nBased in London, Tunu will report to Mikir Shah, CEO of ASR, who commented, \u201cI\u2019m pleased to welcome Tunu to ASR as our first COO.<\/p>\n
“Our significant growth to date has been underpinned by diligent work to align our systems and technology to our business ambitions.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we continue on our strategy to be the reinsurer of choice for developing markets, it\u2019s essential that we have a leading executive who can ensure our operational function is appropriate for this goal.<\/p>\n
“I look forward to working closely with Tunu as we continue to enable sustainable economic development by fulfilling unmet insurance needs.\u201d<\/p>\n
Tunu added, \u201cEnsuring we have leading operational and technology capabilities is essential as ASR continues to build its presence in Africa and wider developing markets.<\/p>\n
“The tremendous growth that ASR has enjoyed so far has been supported by a leading claims function and a solid operational foundation, which allows underwriters to deliver excellent service to clients and brokers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWorking with Mikir and the wider team, I\u2019m excited about advancing our operational strategy to align with our growth ambitions.\u201d<\/p>\n
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