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The next generation of captive insurance leaders is here! Captive International’s 2025 FORTY Under 40 honourees have been revealed! After a record number of nominations and a rigorous review process, we’re thrilled to introduce the rising stars shaping the future of captive insurance. This year’s list highlights 40 dynamic professionals who are making a significant impact across the industry, driving innovation, and redefining best practices. Whether you're looking to discover fresh talent, celebrate your peers, or benchmark excellence, this report is a must-read. A huge thank you to our esteemed judging panel, whose expertise helped identify the brightest talent in the sector. See who made the list for 2025: https://ow.ly/WEbh50VrovN Join us in recognizing these outstanding individuals who are leading the way in captive insurance! #FORTYUnder40 #CaptiveInsurance #EmergingLeaders #InsuranceInnovation

The 831(b) Institute has joined state captive insurance associations in urging the IRS to extend its April 14 disclosure deadline tied to new micro-captive reporting rules. The group warns that the current timeline places undue pressure on businesses navigating complex regulations under Section 831(b). Discover why industry leaders say the IRS needs to hit pause: https://ow.ly/voTZ50Vxpnh #captives #captiveinsurance

10 of our outstanding committee and program leaders are on the Captive International FORTY Under 40 list! Thank you for leadership and progress in the industry. 🤝 Congratulations! Jennifer Allen, Illitch Caroline Erdman, Hylant Dylan Feringa, CMSA, CSRIC, PNC Diana Hardy, CPA, CFE, RH CPAs Prabal Lakhanpal, Spring Consulting Group, An Alera Group Company Adam Miholic, MBA, ACI, Revantage, A Blackstone Portfolio Company Anne Ritts, ACI, PNC Bailey Roese, Esq., ACI, Dentons Bingham Greenebaum Kirsty Willemse Swink, WTW Grace Topete, Helio Risk #FORTYUnder40 #captiveinsurance #CICAleadership

FERMA | Federation of European Risk Management Associations’s latest consultation paper, "Shaping the Future: The Crucial Role of the Corporate Risk Manager," aims to elevate the often undervalued role of enterprise risk management (ERM) by exploring governance, capabilities, and communication strategies for risk managers. Laurence Eeckman, FERMA Board Member, added: “Through the development of a White Paper, FERMA seeks to bring greater rigour to the definition of the corporate risk manager’s role, clarify its scope, and demonstrate how risk managers can play a more integrated and impactful role in supporting decision-making at all levels.” Explore how this paper aims to transform the future of risk management: https://ow.ly/gcT850VwsOp #captives #captiveinsurance

BMS Group has appointed Jean-Jacques Henchoz as chairman of the board, effective May 1, 2025, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience from roles at Hannover Re and Swiss Re. CEO Nick Cook highlighted Henchoz's strategic insights and leadership credentials as key to driving BMS’s continued global growth and innovation. Discover how Henchoz’s expertise will shape BMS Group’s future: https://ow.ly/kvsC50VwsKf #captives #captiveinsurance

I’m incredibly honored to be included in Captive International’s Forty Under 40 list this year. It’s a privilege to be recognized alongside so many accomplished professionals in the captive insurance space, many of whom I’m lucky to call friends. It really is an exciting time to be in the captive industry, and I feel so fortunate to work alongside such talented and thoughtful colleagues at Artex Risk Solutions. This recognition wouldn’t be possible without their support, collaboration, and mentorship. #CIFortyUnder40

Thank you to Captive International for this article highlighting a recent panel discussion I participated on alongside fellow captive industry experts Christopher Nash, Steven Bauman and Courtney Claflin at Captive Insurance Companies Association March 2025 Conference! #captives #programs #captiveinsurance

US state captive insurance associations have requested an additional 90 days to comply with the IRS’s new rulings on micro-captives, citing the need to review a decade of financial documents. The request comes just days before the upcoming disclosure deadline. Stay updated on this critical tax compliance issue: https://ow.ly/mLrg50VvGsS #captives #captiveinsurance

Congratulations, Enoch Starnes! We are lucky to have you a part of the SIGMA team, and are proud of all that you've accomplished in your career. Congratulate Enoch in the comments below! #CIFortyUnder40

🎉 A huge congratulations to Harvey Gowers, Director in our Insurance Team for being named in Captive International's prestigious FORTY under 40 list! Harvey is a standout professional whose deep insurance industry knowledge, dedication to his clients, and collaborative spirit make him an invaluable part of our team. This recognition is a testament to his impact not only within our firm, but across the insurance space. 👏 Well done Harvey! #Insurance #CaptiveInsurance #FortyUnder40 #Leadership #Recognition #TeamExcellence