Allianz Asia Pacific Appoints CEO
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The Asia Pacific unit of Allianz has named a new chief executive officer to succeed Solman Altin, who has decided to leave the firm after first joining 13 years ago.
Anusha Thavarajah has been named regional CEO of Allianz Asia Pacific, according to a statement.
In her new role, Thavarajah has been tasked with delivering long-term growth and driving ongoing transformation efforts.
Thavarajah has over 30 years of financial services experience and is currently Allianz Asia Pacific’s regional CEO of life and health after joining the business in December 2019 from AIA Malaysia.
«Having joined our Asia senior leadership team since 2019, [Thavarajah] is also no stranger to our management philosophy and will bring valuable experience and insights, built over a long and illustrious career in insurance,» said Sergio Balbinot, member of the management board of Allianz SE.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is Anusha Thavarajah's primary responsibility in her new role?
What is Anusha Thavarajah's primary responsibility in her new role?
As the new regional CEO of Allianz Asia Pacific, Anusha Thavarajah has been tasked with delivering long-term growth for the unit. She is also responsible for driving ongoing transformation efforts within the business.
Q.How long has the previous CEO, Solman Altin, been with Allianz?
How long has the previous CEO, Solman Altin, been with Allianz?
Solman Altin, the outgoing CEO, decided to leave the firm after having first joined Allianz 13 years ago. The article does not specify his exact start or departure dates.
Q.What was Anusha Thavarajah's previous position before becoming regional CEO?
What was Anusha Thavarajah's previous position before becoming regional CEO?
Before her appointment as regional CEO, Anusha Thavarajah was Allianz Asia Pacific’s regional CEO of life and health. She joined the business in December 2019.
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