2020-2021 Next Gen Leadership Program Participant Bios

2020-2021 Next Gen Leadership Program Participant Bios

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Lance Kishimoto

FICOH

Honolulu, HI

Manager, Commercial UW

Job Function: Commercial Lines Manager responsible for oversight of day-to-day operations and mentoring of the UW I through Executive UWs, as well as UW Lead and Supervisor positions within the department. Additionally will underwrite Major Accounts (>$250,000 premium per line of business) on an as needed basis. Goals for the Next Gen Program: As a participant of the Next Gen Program Lance hopes to build long-standing relationships with participants from the various different group companies for two main reasons. First, to better establish FICOH as a one-stop shop by being able to leverage contacts throughout Tokio Marine. Secondly, and more importantly, with a goal of continuously learning, Lance would like to make connections with people that he can learn from whether it is on a professional or a personal level. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Lance was am born and raised in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. He is married with two kids, one girl (9) and one boy (7). In Lance’s free time, he loves being outdoors as well as Golf, running, camping, photography, and keeping up with the kids’ activities. A fun fact about Lance is that he has never left the US. Lance has traveled as far as New York and Florida, but has never left the country.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Rachel Ronfeldt

Matrix Absence

Management

Phoenix, AZ

AVP, Integrated Claims

Job Function: Rachel oversees day to day claim operations in the Phoenix office. She ensures office metrics are met and customer commitments are delivered on.

Goals for the Next Gen Program: 1) Network with others across the Group Companies 2) Utilize 360 feedback to develop my opportunity areas 3) Learn more about TM as an organization

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: 1) Paint murals and canvases in my free time. Acrylic is the medium Rachel uses 2) Rachel has 2 teenagers. Her son is the oldest and my daughter is the youngest. Currently they are 17 and 14, and Rachel feels blessed because I have yet to experience the “rotten teenage years.” They are incredible kids. 3) Rachel and her husband will celebrate our 20 th anniversary in June of 2021. 4) Rachel’s favorite hobby is that she does together as a family. No matter what is going on, each week, they always make time to do something fun together.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Brian R. Himmer

Philadelphia Insurance

Companies

Bala Cynwyd, PA

AVP Commercial

Underwriting

Job Function: AVP within the Sports and Recreation Division and Public Service Division.

Goals for the Next Gen Program: Brian’s goals in participating in the Next Generation Leadership Program are to develop new skills, create better business habits, experience new methods to problem solving and growing his network of business relationships. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Brian R. Himmer joined PHLY in 2006 as an Underwriting Trainee in the Sports and Recreation Division. Prior to joining PHLY, Brian participated in the American Re internship program in Princeton, NJ and was placed in their treaty reinsurance accounting department. In 2013 he was promoted to Underwriting Supervisor and assumed management of multiple sports and fitness products. He was promoted to Product Manager in 2014, Assistant Vice President in 2017 and is responsible for over $250M of premium. Brian received a BS in Marketing from Salisbury University where he also studied one semester at the renowned Grenoble Ecole de Management, located in Grenoble, France. Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children, particularly at the beach in addition to playing basketball and lacrosse in his free time.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Vincent DeCarlo

PURE Insurance

Charleston, SC

SVP, Southern Zone

Underwriting Manager

Job Function: Underwriting

Goals for the Next Gen Program: Vincent is so excited to be participating in the Next Gen Leadership Program. Vince is really looking forward to growing as a leader during this program through working with an executive coach as well as having the opportunity to connect with and learn from so many other leaders across the different TM Group companies. With PURE being one of the newest TM companies, it is really awesome to have the opportunity to learn more about Tokio Marine’s corporate strategy and the different TM group companies. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Vince has been working at PURE since 2007 and had the opportunity to move across the Country a few times with PURE. Vince started his career in New York, made my way out West to Arizona, and now Vincent is currently residing in Charleston, SC. Some of Vincent’s hobbies include running, enjoying the Charleston beaches with his wife and dog (Macaroni  ), and exploring the amazing restaurant scene in Charleston! Vincent loves the outdoors, so he is pretty much in my happy place when he is getting out of the house enjoying some beautiful weather!

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Jonathan Fajen

PURE Insurance

Roswell, GA

VP, Underwriting Manager

Job Function: Jonathan heads the underwriting team for Pure Programs, a solution for higher risk high net worth homes.

Goals for the Next Gen Program: Jonathan's goals for the Next Gen Program include Improve his overall communication specifically by improving his feedback loop Further develop his direct reports Diversity and Inclusion – improve the career development opportunities

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Jonathan enjoys all things outdoors including camping, fishing, hiking and biking. Jonathan is the proud father of 6 daughters, and he enjoys introducing them to his love of the outdoors. Having recently relocated to the Atlanta, Jonathan and his family enjoy family time swimming and hiking in the North Georgia mountains.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Capron Levine

PURE Insurance

New York City, NY

AVP, Underwriting Audit

Manager

Job Function: Capron's audit team is responsible for conducting regular, independent, risk-based audits for our underwriting organization. Capron supports Underwriting in establishing guidelines and standards and monitoring their interpretation and use in the field. Capron oversees corporate controls such as authority administration and is responsible for ensuring compliance in UW selection and rating. In addition, Capron's team serves as first response with external audits, including reinsurance audits, Tokio Marine assessments, and market conduct exams as they relate to the underwriting department. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Through the Next Gen program Capron hopes to gain a better understanding of the corporate structure and philosophy of Tokio Marine which may help her gain more cross-functional knowledge and perspective. Capron would like to continue to build her strategic thinking skills: to improve her ability to see the big picture and take a longer range, broader business perspective. Capron hopes to Improve her emotional intelligence (EQ) in order to offer constructive feedback and better coaching that encourages growth in her employees. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Capron lives in Manhattan with her husband and two kids (ages 8 and 10). Capron is an avid home cook and baker with a special penchant for hiding vegetables and fruit in baked goods much to the chagrin her unsuspecting family members! Capron is a longtime member of the NY Road Runners, passing many weekends racing (for fun) in Central Park and the streets of NYC. Capron has two NYC marathons under her belt and is hoping for a third in 2021. Capron's philanthropic pursuits include taking the stage as a sometimes-leading player in the Blue Hill Troupe, a Light Opera company that produces musicals and British light opera to support NYC charities. Capron is an active fundraiser for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center raising money for pediatric cancer research as team leader for Levine’s Machines.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Runia Madson

PURE Insurance

Chicago, IL

Director – Product

Management

Job Function: Managing and executing profitability and growth strategies for the Western half of the United States. Works closely with field leadership team to strategize pricing changes, catastrophe management, analyzing attritional loss issues, and identifying areas of growth.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Meeting other leaders across the various Tokio Marine group companies, improving personal leadership skills, and finding ways to improve on diversity and inclusion.

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Hobbies include going on hikes with her husband and dog, cooking, and reading.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Gil Wasserman

PURE Insurance

Scottsdale, AZ

VP, National Director,

Service Operations

Job Function: General management and oversight of PURE’s Member Services team and Underwriting Services teams.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: As a member of the Next Gen program, Gil is hoping to take back to PURE new and innovative insights to create synergy between PURE and other sister companies. Understanding how PURE fits into the ecosystem and make Tokio Marine a stronger organization is such an exciting aspect of this program. Gil is also equally excited to engage in CSR initiatives as well as building on ways to make PURE a more diverse and inclusive company! Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Gil grew up here in Arizona, and graduated from the University of Arizona (Go wildcats!) Gil loves to travel, read, watch movies, and hang out with friends. Anyone who knows Gil knows that he loves poker and loves to spend time at the tables playing cards.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Shera Chase

Reliance Standard Life

Insurance Company

Philadelphia, PA

AVP, Total Rewards and

HR Operations

Job Functions: Responsible for Employee Benefits, Compensation, and HR Operations for Reliance Standard Life Insurance and Matrix Absence Management. This includes taking both companies through an HR digital transformation and developing and maintaining a sustainable and measurable Total Rewards Strategy.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Setting goals and priorities for my team Collaborative approach to decision making Increasing leadership resiliency

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Shera is the mother of three school aged children and one senior Dachshund that is 15 years young. Shera’s hobbies include competitive powerlifting, which she began in 2015, a passion for reading, and lots and lots of craft projects with her kids. When the mood strikes, she has been known to refinish furniture, reupholster chairs, and dabble in some jewelry making. Shera likes to keep busy being creative and reimagining a new purpose for old things.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Shawn T Braun

Reliance Standard Life

Southern California

Regional Sales Director

Job Function: As a Regional Sales Director, Shawn is responsible for sales and retention for all of the Reliance Standard products in Southern California, Southern Nevada and Hawaii territories. In addition to sales, Shawn’s responsibilities include hiring and developing a robust sales team, working effectively with his service counterparts and creating a positive environment in the Pasadena and Mission Viejo offices. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Shawn’s goals through the Next Gen program are to build new relationships and grow existing relationships within RSL and all of the Tokio Marine family companies. The Next Gen program provides a unique opportunity to interact with our counterparts within the TM group companies and develop our interpersonal skills. Shawn hopes to use those skills and relationships to become a better manager and ultimately guide his career at RSL. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Shawn currently resides in Orange County, California, where he lives with my wife Alexis, two children Matthew (7), Chloe (9), and Springer Spaniel Dog Panda (13). As a family they enjoy the outdoors, playing sports and spending time together. They also have a passion for traveling and most recently as a family spent a week in Spain, where he and his wife lived and studied abroad in college. Shawn actively participates in Tennis, Golf, Skiing and Baseball and still competes in local tournaments and events when time permits.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

R. Bruce Jenkins Jr

Reliance Standard

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Assistant Vice President

Job Functions: Bruce has served as Assistant Vice President of ERM for Reliance Standard since 2017. Over the past three years, he has spent the majority of time building out risk management programs and structures. The first year of his tenure he took a Model Governance “policy” and evolved it into an industry-standard Model Governance program. His second year of tenure saw him take the existing Vendor Governance policy and use this as the foundation to roll-out and execute a robust vendor governance framework including the conceptualization of new processes and the use of updated technologies. Most recently, Mr. Jenkins was charged with the creation of an Operational Risk Management framework for RSL, including the strategy, execution and implementation of policies, procedures, tools and company training. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: • Inward reflection and continuing to sharpen skills, set new goals and progress to the next level of his career. • Enriched sense of the TM Global competencies around Creating Vision , Delivering Value , Realizing Empowerment and Building Relationships. • Continued focus to foster Diverse and Inclusive environments, open to all. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Bruce s a resident of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania where he lives with his wife Kristen and their daughter Olivia. He enjoys United States history, particularly the Revolutionary and Civil War time- periods and also has an active life where he plays goalie in ice hockey and golf. Bruce earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting and Marketing from Millersville University and his Master is Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance from Drexel University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laud and is also Six Sigma Green Belt trained. He also serves on several nonprofit boards in his community, including holding an Executive Board position as Treasurer.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Tracey L. Karcher

Reliance Standard Life

Insurance Company

Philadelphia, PA

Director, Claims Services

Job Function: Tracey oversees the Claims Services unit for RSL which includes Vendor Management, Settlements, Social Security, Claims Benefit Specialist and Technology (Claims systems).

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Goals of Tracey’s for the Next Generation program are to increase her influence across the organization, grow in her leadership and the development of her team and working on slowing down and creating a more balanced work life relationship. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Tracey has been with RSLI for 19 years and has been very lucky to work with so many different departments and even oversee a claims team at one of our other companies, Matrix, for about three years. On a personal note, Tracey and her husband Edward have a beautiful baby girl named Camryn (18 months), and a wonderful dog named Emma who is almost 12. They love being at the beach or in a pool as much as we can and love going to concerts. Being from Philly, I am a huge sports fan but the Phillies and Eagles are my go to.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

David Bennett

Tokio Marine America

Plano, Texas

Commercial Claims, AVP

Job Function: Responsible for TMA’s Commercial Auto and General Liability Claims.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Learn more about Tokio Marine Companies and develop working relationships/network with other participants.

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Hunting, Snow Skiing and riding his Harley. David is married with 3 children

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Michael Russillo

TMA

New York, NY

VP - LCP

Job Function: VP, Large Commercial Property (LCP) at TMA. Michael is responsible for strategic and operational underwriting nationally which includes portfolio management and the management of a team of 4 underwriters and a UA.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Michael's overriding goal is to use the NextGen program to grow professionally and personally as well as to gain a better understanding of the different group companies outside of TMA. Michael also sees this as an excellent opportunity to meet the other leaders under the Tokio Marine Holdings umbrella. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Michael genuinely enjoys being outdoors as much as possible (which is a challenge living in NYC). Michael is also an avid reader of all genres and of course enjoys movies and TV shows and listening to a rotating library of about 20 podcasts. Michael grew up about 35 miles south of Boston, MA and moved to New York City in 2006. Michael has been working as an underwriter for large commercial property (international & domestic exposures) for 15 years primarily in New York, NY. Michael has been at Tokio Marine for almost 5 years.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Stephen Turner

Tokio Marine America

Plano, Texas

AVP, Global Business

Underwriting

Job Function: Stephen currently manages the Southern, Western and Central Regions in Global Business Underwriting, which focuses on providing insurance solutions for global clients of Tokio Marine. A significant portion of his responsibilities includes managing an Underwriting team in Plano, TX dedicated to the Toyota Casualty program in the U.S. This role requires routine collaboration and relationship building with the Toyota Risk Management team as Toyota transitions from vehicle manufacturing to becoming a multi-faceted mobility provider. Working closely together and coordinating with other internal departments is essential in order to provide superior service and position TMA as trusted advisors in this critical relationship. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Stephen’s main goal in participating in the NextGen program is to develop enhanced leadership skills that will enable him to become a stronger, more self-aware, emotionally intelligent leader within TMA. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Stephen is a first generation American and was born in Chicago where he lived until moving to Texas 4 years ago. Stephen and his wife and I have been married 25 years and his family consists of four children between 17 and 22 and we also have two dogs. Stephen and his wife are currently focused on transitioning their kids to their next phase, whether launching a career or preparing for college. They very much enjoy taking family vacations, especially to Europe where they have many relatives. Their trips included visits to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy and Japan. Stephen and his wife also enjoy spending time outdoors and have memberships with the Chicago and Dallas Botanic Gardens. They also appreciate good wines and are members at a local winery in North Texas. They most definitely enjoyed their visit to Tuscany two years ago and are already planning their first post COVID trip!

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Prashant Awadhiya

TMNA Services

Bala Cynwyd, PA

VP IT

Job Function: Leading packaged application team, influencing strategic decisions on product and technology selection, roadmap planning and execution. Design, development and maintenance of IT products and services. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: To become a more inclusive leader and inspire team members. Learn and become integral part of Tokio Group by increasing synergies and cooperation between group companies. Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Prashant likes to be close to nature – hiking in mountains, kayaking in local waters or spending a night under starry skies in a tent are my favorite escapades. When he is confined to his walls, he likes to get lost in books. Prashant tries to minimize his impact on environment, especially plastic waste. Prashant partners with a few charities to achieve the same. Prashant is also involved in extra curricular education. Conduct free Physics courses for college going students in summer via a charity and local library. Also participate in conduction Math, Spelling and other competitions for K12 students.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Joseph M. Barnes

TMNA Services

Bala Cynwyd, PA

AVP, Facilities

Job Function: As the AVP of Facilities, Joe leads the corporate real estate and administration management functions for TMNAS, PHLY and TMA. He works collaboratively with the group companies to develop local physical office requirements and ensure workplace services and functionality.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Joe would like to expand his knowledge of the Tokio Marine Group and continue to build relationships aimed at finding synergy opportunities while supporting the corporate real estate and administration functions.

Joe aims to enhance his education and relationships to be a more effective leader within the Group while supporting his team in their personal and professional growth.

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Joe is married with a daughter who is in her Junior year at Penn State University. He enjoys playing golf, cooking and travel and supporting all Philadelphia sports teams!!!!

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Christi Finnegan

TMNA Services

Bala Cynwyd

AVP & Pricing Actuary

Job Function: Pricing Actuary for PHLY, TMA, and FICOH. Christi assists each company with rate analysis and filing support for all existing and new products countrywide.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Christi would like to become a stronger leader by finding new ways to motivate and empower her team to succeed.

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Christi has a love for the ocean and scuba diving. She met my husband underwater, traveled the world with him while scuba diving, and they now have three (hopefully water- loving) kids under the age of 4.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Andrew (Drew) Reeder

TMNA Services

Bala Cynwyd, PA

AVP-Business Continuity

Management

Job Function: Business Continuity Management. This includes Crisis Management, Emergency Management, IT Disaster Recovery, Contingency Planning, and Business Continuity. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: 1.) Build networking opportunities with TM colleagues 2.) Listen & learn about leadership techniques that he can apply to my role 3.) Work with his Caliper coach to improve his weaknesses Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Drew worked in both the private and public sectors to include consulting projects in Washington D.C., the military, FEMA, and different companies. Drew’s background experience is in business continuity, emergency management, and meteorology. Drew started his career at TMNAS in August, 2014 as the only business continuity management team member. Drew’s hobbies include travelling to over 25 different countries (during the non-COVID timeframe), following the Philadelphia Flyers and playing XBOX. Drew also enjoys watching the Andy Griffith Show episodes over and over.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Lourdes Sosa Rosas

Chief Operating Officer

Tokio Marine Cia. De

Seguros S.A. de C.V. –

TMX

Job Function: Establish together with the general management and other directors, the company's global strategies, for the fulfillment of sales and profitability objectives. Ensure that the operation is aligned to compliance with the compromised service standards. Develop the team, define their responsibilities Supervise and monitor compliance with legal, audit and reporting requirements to authorities, internal and external audit entities, and the Tokyo Marine Group Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: •Establish and communicate successfully the goals and priorities •Leverages Resources effectively •Implement a network with other entities •Have a diversify team, implement a recognize program and develop team skills

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Lourdes enjoys having fun with her family and dogs, be in outdoors, walking and camping as well as watching movies and meeting good friends.

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Maria CLARA Ramos

TMSR

São Paulo, SP

Project, Process and

Services Director

Job Function: Maria Clara is a people manager and responsible for : Strategic and IT PMO (Project Management Office) / Business Process Improvement that supports areas for process improvement & RPA/ Ombudsman (Monitor Customer and Broke Satisfaction rate) / Sales administration (Broker Registration and commission payment). Specially this year Maria Clara has had a big challenge and development opportunity by being responsible for the management of New JV entire project with Caixa Bank. Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program: Individual development with the coach program focusing on items that are important for her personal development and contributes to my professional development Get more involved to Inclusion Leadership (she is already part of TMSR Culture Group and Diversity Group, but she also believes that listening different opinions and point of view also support to give us Hobbies/Interests/Personal information: Maria Clara graduated in Computer Science at USP, MBA Business Strategy at FGV/SP and Extended MBA in California at UC Irvine and UC Santa Cruz (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) Maria Clara has been working for TMSR for 22 years. Maria Clara is divorced and have a daughter Luiza (she is 15 years old) and a nephew Alessandro (he is 25 years old), he is like a son to Maria Clara. They are her family. Maria Clara’s hobbies are travelling, ride a bike, listen to music and cook. But this year with pandemic, Maria Clara and her family developed new ones : Netflix and also playing Beach Tennis. ideas about how to be more inclusive (starting from me and impacting her team) Opportunity to develop a CSR project and to expand her network among other GCs

2020-2021 Next Gen Participant Bios

Tim Reilly

WNC Insurance Services

Chicago, IL

Senior Director of Digital

Distribution

Job Function: Responsible for leading WNC’s distribution strategy and delivering a common digital experience to enhance customer satisfaction and drive profitable growth. Building a strategy which will enable WNC to leverage digital end-to-end platforms to onboard new products and divisions for future growth opportunities.

Goals for Next Generation Leadership Program:

 Creating meaningful relationships across the group companies through the people in our program

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Developing into a better manager

 Refining and improving personal management style to become a better leader for the organization  Executing on the CSR project to further define what it means to be a “Good Company”  Learning more about all the Group Companies and what the long-term strategy for the organization is

Hobbies/Interests/Personal information:

 Enjoys golfing, travelling and trying new restaurants