Matthew Stitham Promoted to Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty in the Americas at AXA XL

AXA XL has promoted Matthew Stitham to chief underwriting officer, Casualty in the Americas. Based in San Francisco, Stitham reports to Donna Nadeau, AXA XL’s head of Large Commercial business.

“Matt’s extensive experience, strategic vision, and deep understanding of the casualty market is a tremendous asset for our clients and our organization as he assumes his new role,” Nadeau said. “Under his guidance, we are confident that our casualty underwriting capabilities will continue to grow as we serve our clients as a trusted partner.”

Stitham assumes the regional underwriting management responsibilities that Donnacha Smyth previously held. Smyth transitioned in November to Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty, where he now oversees casualty underwriting operations worldwide.

Most recently, Stitham served as Head of West Excess and Head of Excess Casualty. He joined AXA XL in 2007 after starting his underwriting career at Zurich and Travelers. &