Press Releases May 27, 2026 09:00 AM

Willis announces FINEX North America leadership appointments to strengthen cyber strategy and client engagement

Willis Towers Watson bolsters FINEX North America cyber leadership to enhance strategy and client engagement

By Jordan Park WTW

Willis Towers Watson (WTW) announced key leadership appointments within its FINEX North America division aimed at strengthening its cyber strategy and deepening client engagement. The new roles created focus on strategic direction, client relations, and execution of cyber initiatives across the US, Canada, and Bermuda. These moves underscore Willis's commitment to expanding its cyber capabilities amid evolving risk landscapes.

Willis announces FINEX North America leadership appointments to strengthen cyber strategy and client engagement
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Key Points

  • Appointment of Annice Ma as Head of Cyber for FINEX North America, overseeing strategic direction and management across multiple regions.
  • Creation of new leadership roles to enhance client engagement (Rob Barberi) and cyber strategy execution (Charles Leonard).
  • The focus on expanding cyber capabilities to deliver differentiated solutions in a dynamic risk environment, reflecting increased investment in innovation and client service.

NEW YORK, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis, a WTW business (NASDAQ: WTW), today announced three leadership appointments in FINEX North America designed to strengthen its cyber strategy, deepen client engagement and support continued growth across the region.

Annice Ma has been appointed Head of Cyber for FINEX North America. In this role, she will set the strategic direction for the cyber practice and oversee day-to-day management across the United States, Canada and Bermuda. Ma most recently served as FINEX North America Growth Leader and brings more than a decade of experience in cyber leadership roles at a global brokerage firm.

Rob Barberi has been appointed FINEX North America Client Engagement Leader, a newly created role in which he will lead client engagement efforts across FINEX and work to align strategic priorities across lines of business. Barberi has more than 20 years of industry experience and will continue to serve as Chief Client Officer in the Willis Cyber practice.

Charles Leonard has been appointed FINEX North America Cyber Strategy & Execution Leader. In this newly created position, he will work with regional leaders to implement strategy across the client portfolio, further develop middle market client solutions and help advance Willis’ cyber digital experience. Leonard most recently served as Southeast Region Cyber Leader and began his insurance career in underwriting after 10 years in the U.S. Marine Corps.

“These appointments reflect the strength of our cyber business and our continued investment in leadership, client service and innovation across FINEX North America,” said Mike Machin, Head of FINEX North America. “Annice, Rob and Charles each bring deep expertise and a strong commitment to delivering value for our clients as the cyber risk landscape continues to evolve.”

The appointments are effective immediately and underscore Willis’ focus on expanding its cyber capabilities and delivering differentiated solutions for clients in a dynamic risk environment.

About WTW

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Risks

  • Uncertainty in the evolving cyber risk landscape may challenge the effectiveness of new strategies implemented.
  • Dependence on leadership transitions and the integration of new roles may temporarily impact operational continuity.
  • Competitive pressures in the cybersecurity insurance and risk management sectors could affect growth projections.

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