Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers Transforms Leopanthera into Ryan Financial Lines

Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers (RSUM), the underwriting management division of Ryan Specialty, has announced an exciting rebranding initiative. Effective January 1, 2026, Leopanthera will be rebranded as Ryan Financial Lines.

Leopanthera, a London-based Lloyd’s coverholder, specializes in underwriting diversified financial lines on a global scale. The company joined Ryan Specialty through Innovisk Capital Partners in November 2024, enhancing its capabilities and reach.

Founded in 2017, Leopanthera has established a strong reputation for delivering market-leading financial risk solutions across both London and international markets. Currently, RSUM reports that the firm trades with over 50 Lloyd’s brokers in 105 countries, serving approximately 1,200 insureds across 67 industries. This robust underwriting is supported by high-quality capacity, ensuring clients receive the best possible coverage.

Now operating from Ryan Specialty’s London office, Liz Hanlon and Paul Russell have taken on the roles of managing directors for the international arm of Ryan Financial Lines. Both individuals co-founded Leopanthera and collectively bring more than 60 years of experience in financial lines underwriting and global specialty markets.

Hanlon has held leadership positions at notable firms such as RGB, M.E. Warrington, Markel, Argo, and DUAL. Meanwhile, Russell’s impressive background includes senior roles at Pembroke, Encon, DUAL, and AIG, where he served as the head of Financial Institutions.

The integration of the Leopanthera team significantly enhances the international portfolio of Ryan Financial Lines, infusing it with deep expertise in the global financial lines sector.

Rich Winborn, CEO of Ryan Financial Lines, International, expressed enthusiasm about the rebranding, stating, “The rebrand to Ryan Financial Lines marks an exciting milestone in our international growth strategy.”

Winborn further emphasized the achievements of Hanlon and Russell, noting, “They have built an exceptional business with a global footprint and a reputation for excellence. We are proud to integrate their team into the Ryan Financial Lines family. This expansion broadens our global footprint and strengthens our ability to deliver bespoke, best-in-class coverage for complex financial risks across diverse markets.”

Source: Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers

Topics
Excess Surplus
Underwriting

Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers (RSUM), the underwriting management division of Ryan Specialty, has announced an exciting rebranding initiative. Effective January 1, 2026, Leopanthera will be rebranded as Ryan Financial Lines.

Leopanthera, a London-based Lloyd’s coverholder, specializes in underwriting diversified financial lines on a global scale. The company joined Ryan Specialty through Innovisk Capital Partners in November 2024, enhancing its capabilities and reach.

Founded in 2017, Leopanthera has established a strong reputation for delivering market-leading financial risk solutions across both London and international markets. Currently, RSUM reports that the firm trades with over 50 Lloyd’s brokers in 105 countries, serving approximately 1,200 insureds across 67 industries. This robust underwriting is supported by high-quality capacity, ensuring clients receive the best possible coverage.

Now operating from Ryan Specialty’s London office, Liz Hanlon and Paul Russell have taken on the roles of managing directors for the international arm of Ryan Financial Lines. Both individuals co-founded Leopanthera and collectively bring more than 60 years of experience in financial lines underwriting and global specialty markets.

Hanlon has held leadership positions at notable firms such as RGB, M.E. Warrington, Markel, Argo, and DUAL. Meanwhile, Russell’s impressive background includes senior roles at Pembroke, Encon, DUAL, and AIG, where he served as the head of Financial Institutions.

The integration of the Leopanthera team significantly enhances the international portfolio of Ryan Financial Lines, infusing it with deep expertise in the global financial lines sector.

Rich Winborn, CEO of Ryan Financial Lines, International, expressed enthusiasm about the rebranding, stating, “The rebrand to Ryan Financial Lines marks an exciting milestone in our international growth strategy.”

Winborn further emphasized the achievements of Hanlon and Russell, noting, “They have built an exceptional business with a global footprint and a reputation for excellence. We are proud to integrate their team into the Ryan Financial Lines family. This expansion broadens our global footprint and strengthens our ability to deliver bespoke, best-in-class coverage for complex financial risks across diverse markets.”

Source: Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers

Topics
Excess Surplus
Underwriting