Juniper Re, LLC, the reinsurance broking arm of The Baldwin Group, has named Russ Wagner as Head of Facultative as it is set to enhance its ability to meet clients’ needs in the evolving market.
In the role, Wagner will spearhead Juniper Re’s strategic entry into the facultative reinsurance space, marking a significant milestone for the broker.
He brings three decades of leadership and expertise to Juniper Re, most recently serving as Senior Vice President at Aspen Insurance Group, responsible for the North American Property Treaty and Facultative portfolio.
This announcement follows other strategic moves by Juniper Re, including the recent hiring of Nick Pewter, who is leading the firm’s entrance into the parametric space, and Chris Hayward as Head of Bermuda operations.
Jeff Irvan, President of Juniper Re, commented on the appointment: “We are thrilled to have Russ join our team and lead our entry into the facultative space. His deep understanding of how to structure deals and approach risk aligns perfectly with Juniper’s values. In facultative, it’s all about perspectives—what can seem like a roadblock for one market can be a breakthrough for another, depending on how it’s approached.
“Russ’s leadership will ensure we don’t just offer facultative as a one-size-fits-all solution but work collaboratively across all disciplines to find the best outcome for our clients. With Russ at the helm, I’m confident our growth story is just beginning.”
Wagner added: “I am thrilled to be a part of Juniper Re. The company’s commitment to authenticity, innovation, and teamwork aligns perfectly with my approach to the industry. Facultative reinsurance requires a nuanced approach, where the right solution comes from seeing problems from multiple angles and working together across disciplines.
“Juniper’s ‘one-team’ mentality is exactly how I’ve always believed reinsurance should operate. I look forward to helping drive innovative, tailored solutions that will support our clients in navigating today’s complex and fluid risk landscape, whether the ultimate outcome is a facultative placement or other form of risk transfer.”
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