Allianz Global Assistance Canada names new CEO

Allianz Global Assistance Canada has appointed Phil Hibbert as CEO effective immediately, the company announced.

In his new role as CEO of Allianz Global Assistance Canada, Hibbert will focus on "driving growth with existing and new partners in the company’s strategic distribution channels of travel agencies, brokers and financial institutions," Allianz said. Additionally, he will lead the company’s continued expansion and guide the Canadian operations in completing all integration activities related to the January 2015 merger with TIC Travel Insurance Coordinators.

Hibbert has held key leadership roles within Allianz Global Assistance since March 2012, most recently as CEO of Allianz Global Assistance New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia. Prior to his Allianz experience, Hibbert gained significant leadership experience through 15 years in the financial services and insurance industries.