Munich Re Syndicate Appoints HDI’s Ogden as CEO; HDI Global UK & Ireland Selects Hunt as Interim CEO Following Ogden’s Departure
This edition of International People Moves highlights significant leadership transitions at Munich Re Specialty and HDI Global.
Here’s a summary of the recent appointments.
Munich Re has announced that Stephanie Ogden will take on the role of CEO for Munich Re Specialty’s Syndicate, effective March 1, 2026, pending regulatory approval.
Ogden will succeed Thomas Artmann, who is set to retire on August 30, 2026.
“Stephanie will drive our long-term strategy at Munich Re Syndicate Ltd., bringing a wealth of experience from her role as CEO at HDI UK & Ireland. During her tenure, she has significantly strengthened their market position and client relationships,” stated Munich Re in a LinkedIn post.
Ogden has been with HDI since 2019, becoming CEO of HDI Global UK & Ireland in September 2024 and previously serving as managing director in 2022.
Artmann has led Munich Re Syndicate Ltd. (MRSL) since 2015, consistently delivering strong results and solidifying its reputation as a leading performer in the Lloyd’s market, as noted by Munich Re.
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HDI Global UK & Ireland Names Hunt as Interim CEO in UK & Ireland as Ogden Departs
HDI Global, a corporate and specialty insurer, has announced a leadership transition in its UK & Ireland operations, appointing Simon Hunt as interim chief executive officer and Ger Twomey as interim chief financial officer, effective February 1, 2026.
Hunt will succeed Stephanie Ogden, who will depart on January 31, 2026, to assume her new role at Munich Re Specialty’s Syndicate.
Currently serving as CFO, Hunt will transition to interim CEO, pending regulatory approval. He brings extensive financial expertise and proven leadership across insurance operations. Since joining HDI Global in 2019, he has played a crucial role in corporate and specialty sectors, previously ensuring continuity as managing director during Ogden’s maternity leave.
In conjunction with Hunt’s appointment, Twomey will take on the role of interim CFO, overseeing finance and risk, also subject to regulatory approval.
“Steph has made a significant contribution to our UK & Ireland business and successfully delivered on our local strategy, strengthening our market position and client relationships. We wish her all the best for the future,” commented David Hullin, a member of the HDI Global Executive Board.
“We are pleased to appoint Simon Hunt as interim CEO to ensure continuity and maintain our strategic focus for our clients and broker partners. We are also appointing Ger Twomey as interim CFO, an experienced leader with strong track records across finance and risk,” Hullin added.
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This edition of International People Moves highlights significant leadership transitions at Munich Re Specialty and HDI Global.
Here’s a summary of the recent appointments.
Munich Re has announced that Stephanie Ogden will take on the role of CEO for Munich Re Specialty’s Syndicate, effective March 1, 2026, pending regulatory approval.
Ogden will succeed Thomas Artmann, who is set to retire on August 30, 2026.
“Stephanie will drive our long-term strategy at Munich Re Syndicate Ltd., bringing a wealth of experience from her role as CEO at HDI UK & Ireland. During her tenure, she has significantly strengthened their market position and client relationships,” stated Munich Re in a LinkedIn post.
Ogden has been with HDI since 2019, becoming CEO of HDI Global UK & Ireland in September 2024 and previously serving as managing director in 2022.
Artmann has led Munich Re Syndicate Ltd. (MRSL) since 2015, consistently delivering strong results and solidifying its reputation as a leading performer in the Lloyd’s market, as noted by Munich Re.
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HDI Global UK & Ireland Names Hunt as Interim CEO in UK & Ireland as Ogden Departs
HDI Global, a corporate and specialty insurer, has announced a leadership transition in its UK & Ireland operations, appointing Simon Hunt as interim chief executive officer and Ger Twomey as interim chief financial officer, effective February 1, 2026.
Hunt will succeed Stephanie Ogden, who will depart on January 31, 2026, to assume her new role at Munich Re Specialty’s Syndicate.
Currently serving as CFO, Hunt will transition to interim CEO, pending regulatory approval. He brings extensive financial expertise and proven leadership across insurance operations. Since joining HDI Global in 2019, he has played a crucial role in corporate and specialty sectors, previously ensuring continuity as managing director during Ogden’s maternity leave.
In conjunction with Hunt’s appointment, Twomey will take on the role of interim CFO, overseeing finance and risk, also subject to regulatory approval.
“Steph has made a significant contribution to our UK & Ireland business and successfully delivered on our local strategy, strengthening our market position and client relationships. We wish her all the best for the future,” commented David Hullin, a member of the HDI Global Executive Board.
“We are pleased to appoint Simon Hunt as interim CEO to ensure continuity and maintain our strategic focus for our clients and broker partners. We are also appointing Ger Twomey as interim CFO, an experienced leader with strong track records across finance and risk,” Hullin added.
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