Tag: insurance leadership

  • Shantanu Saran joins Prudent Insurance as CBO to sharpen growth and client relationships

    Shantanu Saran joins Prudent Insurance as CBO to sharpen growth and client relationships

    MUMBAI: Prudent Insurance Brokers has roped in Shantanu Saran as its new chief business officer (CBO), marking a strategic move aimed at boosting growth and deepening client engagement in a rapidly evolving insurance landscape.

    A seasoned insurance professional with over two decades of experience, Saran steps into the new role with an ambitious mandate: scale the firm’s footprint, drive innovation in service offerings, and strengthen stakeholder relationships. Prior to this, he spent 17 years at Marsh India Insurance Brokers, where he most recently served as MD – sales & claims. Earlier in his career, he was with ICICI Lombard for over four years as area head – corporate solutions group.

    In his new role at Prudent, Saran will lead business development initiatives and identify new growth opportunities, while aligning operations with market demands and risk management trends. His appointment aligns with Prudent’s aggressive expansion blueprint and its commitment to delivering comprehensive, client-centric insurance solutions.

    “Shantanu’s appointment marks an important step in the company’s growth journey. His track record in building stakeholder relationships, managing P&Ls, and innovating strategic growth opportunities aligns well with our focus on delivering value and trust”, said Prudent Insurance Brokers JMD Pavanjit Singh Dhingra.

    Saran holds an economics degree from Delhi University’s Ramjas College and a business administration degree from K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research. His leadership ethos has consistently revolved around delivering measurable outcomes while adapting to changing industry expectations.

    “I am honoured to be part of Prudent Insurance Brokers at a time when the industry is evolving rapidly, and client expectations are continuously rising”, said Saran. “Prudent’s strong foundation, client-centric culture, and clear strategic direction make it ideal to build meaningful and long-term value”.

    The company views this leadership addition as a pivotal move in reinforcing its industry positioning and enhancing its value proposition.

  • Hdfc Ergo elevates Parthanil Ghosh to executive director as growth gears up

    Hdfc Ergo elevates Parthanil Ghosh to executive director as growth gears up

    MUMBAI: Hdfc Ergo General Insurance has elevated Parthanil Ghosh to executive director as the company prepares for its next phase of growth and transformation. The appointment remains subject to approval by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) and other necessary regulatory clearances.

    The board of directors cleared Ghosh’s elevation as part of its strategic leadership strengthening, marking another milestone in his 15-year journey with the company. Ghosh, who joined Hdfc Ergo in 2010, brings more than three decades of cross-industry experience. His track record includes pivotal roles in sales, business risk management, underwriting, claims, and marketing.

    “Ghosh is a seasoned industry leader with over 30 years of experience across different industries and joined Hdfc Ergo in 2010. His deep understanding of the insurance landscape, along with his exceptional leadership has played a vital role in shaping Hdfc Ergo’s growth trajectory and has managed various functions including sales, business risk management, underwriting, claims & marketing”, the company stated.

    Ghosh’s appointment is expected to bolster Hdfc Ergo’s executive leadership bench at a time when the insurer is sharpening its focus on innovation, customer-centricity, and digital transformation to remain ahead in a competitive market.

    As the company intensifies its efforts to lead the next wave of insurance disruption, Ghosh’s elevation signals a commitment to continuity and institutional expertise while aligning with the broader strategic vision.