ASCOT APPOINTS THOMPSON BERMUDA CEO

Ascot has promoted Ian Thompson to chief executive of its Bermuda operations. Thompson, who joined Ascot in 2017, holds the position of chief underwriting officer for casualty and specialty at the carrier at present. His appointment follows the departure of John Berger, who will retire at the beginning of March 2021 after three years developing Ascot’s presence on the island. Berger will continue to advise Ascot. Before joining Ascot, Thompson previously spent nearly a decade at Hiscox Re, where was head of casualty and specialty. Before that he worked at Catlin, leading the healthcare and professional lines practice in London.