AIG's Captive Head, Kathleen Bibbings, Appointed BIMA President

With more than 30 years' experience in the insurance industry, the current head of AIG's Bermuda captive operations, Kathleen Bibbings, has been appointed president of the Bermuda Insurance Management Association (BIMA).

Ms. Bibbings replaces outgoing president Grainne Richmond, who has completed the position's 2-year term, the association announced following its recent Annual General Meeting.

"Kathleen is a very well respected, knowledgeable, and well known industry professional in the captive and insurance industry and will bring a fresh perspective to BIMA and its industry stakeholders," said Richmond. "I have very much enjoyed my two years as BIMA president and appreciate all the support of my fellow executive members and industry counterparts. I'm confident the leadership of BIMA is in very good hands going forward."

BIMA is an association of professional insurance managers whose mandate includes engaging membership to increase new captive business to the island and encouraging awareness of Bermuda as a captive domicile. The association protects the interests of members and clients and provides education, networking, and information to Bermuda-based professionals and potential captive owners overseas.

"I'm excited to have been elected president by the executive of BIMA, and I look forward to continuing the work initiated by our past president," said Bibbings, who is both a Bermudian and Canadian citizen. "BIMA works diligently to ensure Bermuda maintains its position as the preeminent domicile for captives. It's also important that we provide education to attract young Bermudians to our industry to ensure Bermuda's continued success. I look forward to working with government, the regulator, and various industry groups to guarantee a strong future for the Bermuda captive insurance industry."