AXA XL


Associated tags: AXA, Insurance, Risk management, Reinsurance, XL, Axa XL

Locations: NEW YORK, AMERICAS, NORTH AMERICA, UNITED STATES, CANADA

AXA XL and Green Standards divert 123 tons of office waste from New York landfills

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

NEW YORK, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- When AXA XL, the specialty risk division of global insurer AXA, relocated offices in New York City's Financial District, it made the move without sending office waste to any landfill.

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  • NEW YORK, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- When AXA XL, the specialty risk division of global insurer AXA, relocated offices in New York City's Financial District, it made the move without sending office waste to any landfill.
  • Thanks to a partnership with Green Standards , AXA XL diverted more than 98% of its furniture, fixtures, and equipment from landfills through resale, specialized recycling, and in-kind donations totalling $39,580 to seven NYC non-profit organizations and schools.
  • "Recognizing the potential for significant furniture waste, we partnered with Green Standards to ensure that our office assets were repurposed and donated to local community organizations.
  • "We're proud to help AXA XL implement circular workplace strategies in the heart of the financial district," said Trevor Langdon, CEO of Green Standards.

AXA XL's U.S. Mid-Market insurance business rolls out XL Plus, a GL broadening endorsement for mid-size businesses

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Monday, February 26, 2024

BOSTON , Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL's U.S. Mid-Market insurance business is extending its general liability coverage for mid-size businesses with its new XL Plus broadening endorsement offering more than two dozen expanded protections.

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  • BOSTON , Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL's U.S. Mid-Market insurance business is extending its general liability coverage for mid-size businesses with its new XL Plus broadening endorsement offering more than two dozen expanded protections.
  • According to Chris Fallon, Head of U.S. Mid-Market Product & Analytics, "Unexpected events –an on-site injury, a contract dispute, a costly lawsuit - impact businesses of all sizes.
  • That's why we are continuously reviewing our coverage to ensure it adequately addresses the constantly evolving risks our mid-size clients are facing.
  • The team currently underwrites private equity and general industry insurance business and is building a dedicated underwriting team to address mid-size construction businesses' insurance needs.

AXA XL appoints Anne Marie Elder as Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Specialty

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL has announced that Anne Marie Elder will take on the newly created role of Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Specialty, effective April 1.

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL has announced that Anne Marie Elder will take on the newly created role of Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Specialty, effective April 1.
  • In her new role, Ms. Elder will collaborate with regional underwriting operations to set the strategic direction, and support business development, of AXA XL's collective Marine, Aerospace, and Specialty Niche portfolios, under a newly created Global Specialty branch, part of AXA XL's Global Chief Underwriting Office (GCUO).
  • The GCUO works with AXA XL's regional underwriting teams to support profitable growth, assisting with underwriting discipline, pricing, risk aggregation and global product strategy.
  • Ms. Elder currently serves as AXA XL's Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Marine.

AXA XL adds Michelle Chia as Cyber Chief Underwriting Officer in the Americas

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL announced the addition of Michele Chia as Chief Underwriting Officer for Cyber in the Americas.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL announced the addition of Michele Chia as Chief Underwriting Officer for Cyber in the Americas.
  • Based in New York, Ms. Chia assumes her new role with AXA XL on February 12, reporting to Americas Chief Underwriting Officer Donna Nadeau.
  • In her new role, Ms. Chia will oversee AXA XL's cyber business growth strategy in the Americas, risk aggregation, expanding product and service offerings as well as liaising with cyber expertise and resources across AXA entities, including AXA's Global Cyber Chief Underwriting Officer, Anthony Dagostino.
  • Ms. Chia joins AXA XL from Zurich North America where she most recently served as Head of Professional Liability and Cyber.

AXA XL and the Royal Academy of Arts Announce the 2024 edition of the AXA Art Prize UK

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL is proud to announce its renewed partnership with the Royal Academy of Arts , London (RA), for the AXA Art Prize UK 2024.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL is proud to announce its renewed partnership with the Royal Academy of Arts , London (RA), for the AXA Art Prize UK 2024.
  • The prize, will award £10,000 to an outstanding piece of figurative art from the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition 2024 (18 June – 18 August 2024).
  • The AXA Art Prize UK winner, selected from the iconic Summer Exhibition, will be revealed in June 2024.
  • We are truly grateful for AXA XL's support of the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition with the AXA Art Prize.

The 2024 AXA Art Prize US is Open for Submissions

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL is pleased to announce the seventh edition of the AXA Art Prize in the United States.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL is pleased to announce the seventh edition of the AXA Art Prize in the United States.
  • The submission period ends March 6, 2024, at 11:59 PM EDT
    Since its launch in 2018, the AXA Art Prize US has become a career-launching platform for young and emerging artists whose work is judged by some of the most influential art curators, critics, and collectors in the country.
  • The 40 finalists will comprise the AXA Art Prize US Exhibition, which goes on view in New York in November 2024.
  • The breadth and stature of its Exhibition Juries and Prize Juries have been a hallmark of the Prize since its inception.

AXA XL Canada Strengthens Fine Art and Specie Team with Two Key Appointments

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL Canada has appointed two seasoned professionals to its Fine Art and Specie team, further enhancing its market-leading capabilities in Canada.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL Canada has appointed two seasoned professionals to its Fine Art and Specie team, further enhancing its market-leading capabilities in Canada.
  • Based in Toronto, Caitlin McCullough and Sarah Mitchell take on the roles of Senior Underwriter and Underwriter, Fine Art & Specie, Canada.
  • She began her career in the fine art sector before transitioning into the insurance field, working for a fine art insurer in both Canada and New York.
  • Ms. Mitchell who joins AXA XL Canada from the broker side, brings 14 years of experience at Willis in the UK where she managed the fine art and specie claims portfolio, gaining invaluable expertise in the Fine Art and Specie domain.

AXA XL extends U.S. Mid-Market insurance offering to mid-size contractors with addition of John Schwirtz

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

BOSTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL continues the build out of its U.S. Mid-Market insurance business, now extending its multi-line insurance offering to mid-size construction businesses with the addition of John Schwirtz as Head of Construction, US Mid-Market.

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  • BOSTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL continues the build out of its U.S. Mid-Market insurance business, now extending its multi-line insurance offering to mid-size construction businesses with the addition of John Schwirtz as Head of Construction, US Mid-Market.
  • Based in Boston, Mr. Schwirtz reports to Matt Waters, Head of AXA XL's U.S. Mid-Market Business.
  • Mr. Schwirtz joins AXA XL from Liberty Mutual where he most recently served as Division Vice President, Middle Market Northeast.
  • The addition of John only furthers that commitment and positions us for long-term growth and success."

AXA XL and EPIC-Oversea Insurance Agency collaborate on specialized insurance coverage for Marine Artisans in the US

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL and Oversea Insurance Agency, an EPIC Company, are teaming up to provide fast, easy, and specialized Marine General Liability insurance coverage for Marine Artisans in the U.S.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL and Oversea Insurance Agency, an EPIC Company, are teaming up to provide fast, easy, and specialized Marine General Liability insurance coverage for Marine Artisans in the U.S.
  • According to Allison Jolls, AXA XL's Product Director for Marine Liabilities, "Marine Artisans are the backbone of the ship repair industry.
  • We're working with Oversea to deliver an easy, tailored, and comprehensive insurance product that Marine Artisans can access entirely online.
  • AXA XL's Marine insurance offerings include Inland Marine, Ocean Cargo, Blue and Brown Water Hull, P&I, as well as Excess and Primary Marine Liabilities.

AXA ART PRIZE US Announces Winner of the 2023 Edition

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

NEW YORK CITY, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AXA Art Prize US, a premier platform supporting emerging talents in the figurative art space, is delighted to announce the winners of its highly anticipated 2023 edition. After careful deliberation and rigorous evaluation, the panel of esteemed judges has selected outstanding artists whose work exemplifies creativity, innovation, and vision.

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  • Juried by artists Jules de Balincourt, Damian Loeb, Mickalene Thomas and Fine Art Underwriting Expert Jennifer Schipf
    NEW YORK CITY, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AXA Art Prize US, a premier platform supporting emerging talents in the figurative art space, is delighted to announce the winners of its highly anticipated 2023 edition.
  • Additionally, the Prize Jury awarded  Honorable Mentions to the following students:
    "Lady of Broadway" by C'naan Hamburger, Hunter College
    The AXA Art Prize US 2023 edition received an overwhelming response from artists across the nation, making the selection process both challenging and inspiring.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate the young artists whose work embodies the future of American figurative art," said Jennifer Schipf, Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Fine Art & Specie at AXA XL.
  • "The AXA Art Prize US is committed to supporting emerging talent, and we are proud to provide a platform for their work to be seen by the most renown fine art curators, academics and artists of our time."