Chubb Appoints Scott Henck Global Chief Actuary

Q: When does Scott Henck become Chubb's global Chief Actuary (CB)?

Scott Henck assumes the role effective April 1, 2026. According to the company, he will oversee reserving, pricing and capital performance measurement and report to the CEO and CFO.

Q: Who is retiring from Chubb and what is their tenure (CB)?

Paul O'Connell is retiring after a 40-year career. According to the company, he departs as Senior Vice President and Chief Actuary with a long record in property and casualty insurance.

Q: What role will Cynthia Bentley hold at Chubb and whom will she report to (CB)?

Cynthia Bentley will be Executive Vice President, North America Chief Actuary. According to the company, she will report to Scott Henck and Juan Luis Ortega and lead North America actuarial matters.

Chubb (NYSE: CB) appointed Scott Henck as Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Chief Actuary, effective April 1, 2026.

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Chubb (NYSE: CB) appointed Scott Henck as Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Chief Actuary, effective April 1, 2026. He succeeds Paul O'Connell, who is retiring after a 40-year career. Cynthia Bentley will succeed Henck as Executive Vice President, North America Chief Actuary.

Henck will oversee global actuarial functions including reserving, pricing and capital performance measurement, reporting to CEO Evan G. Greenberg and CFO Peter Enns. Cynthia Bentley will report to Henck and Juan Luis Ortega.

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Appointment effective April 1, 2026
Paul O'Connell retiring after 40-year career
Cynthia Bentley promoted to North America Chief Actuary
Scott Henck to oversee global actuarial functions

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Key Figures

Industry career length: 40-year career Henck experience: nearly three decades Bentley experience: more than three decades +1 more

Industry career length: 40-year career; Paul O'Connell’s tenure in property and casualty insurance
Henck experience: nearly three decades; Scott Henck’s insurance industry experience
Bentley experience: more than three decades; Cynthia Bentley’s insurance and actuarial experience
Effective date: April 1; Henck’s appointment as Chief Actuary becomes effective

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Earnings results

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Record Q4 and full‑year earnings with strong premium growth and low combined ratios.
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Announcement of schedule and access details for Q4 2025 earnings conference call.
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Launch of Chubb Benefits brand consolidating North American supplemental benefits units.
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Healthy Paws Pet Foundation donation of $275,000 to seven U.S. animal rescues.

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Key Terms

fellow of the casualty actuarial society, american academy of actuaries, chartered property casualty underwriter

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fellow of the casualty actuarial society technical

"Scott is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS), a Member..."

A Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) is a highly qualified professional who has completed rigorous exams and training to specialize in assessing and managing risks for property and casualty insurance, such as car, home, and liability policies. For investors, an FCAS signals trusted expertise in estimating future claims, setting appropriate prices and reserves, and evaluating an insurer’s financial stability—think of it as a board-certified specialist for insurance risk.

american academy of actuaries technical

"Scott is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS), a Member of the American Academy..."

A professional organization for actuaries that sets standards, issues guidance, and represents the profession on public policy and technical questions about measuring risk, insurance liabilities, and pension obligations. Investors pay attention because its guidance shapes how companies estimate and report future costs and reserves—like a rulebook and referee that helps ensure different firms’ risk numbers are calculated consistently and transparently for fair comparison.

chartered property casualty underwriter technical

"Scott is a Fellow... and a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), and a graduate..."

A chartered property casualty underwriter (CPCU) is a professional who has completed a rigorous set of exams and experience requirements focused on evaluating and managing property and liability insurance risks. For investors, a CPCU on a company’s management or underwriting team is a sign that the business has trained expertise in pricing policies, assessing claims and controlling losses—similar to having a certified mechanic for a fleet, which can help protect profits and reduce unexpected costs.

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02/19/2026 - 01:36 PM

Cynthia Bentley promoted to succeed Henck as North America Chief Actuary; Paul O'Connell to Retire

ZURICH, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) today announced that Scott Henck, Executive Vice President and Chief Actuary, North America, has been appointed Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Chief Actuary. He succeeds Paul O'Connell, who is retiring after a 40-year career in the property and casualty insurance industry. The appointment is effective April 1.

In his new role, Henck will oversee all actuarial functions, including reserving, pricing and capital performance measurement. He will report directly to Evan G. Greenberg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chubb Limited and Chubb Group and to Peter Enns, Executive Vice President, Chubb Group and Chief Financial Officer.

"On behalf of all of us at Chubb and me personally, I want to thank Paul for his many contributions, outstanding judgment and deep professionalism over his distinguished career," said Greenberg. "Paul has been an important steward of Chubb's actuarial capabilities, and we wish him all the best in his retirement."

"We are pleased to appoint Scott to lead Chubb's global actuarial functions. He is an accomplished actuary and proven leader whose deep technical expertise and understanding of our businesses will ensure we continue to manage risk with the rigor and excellence that define our company."

Enns added, "Scott's analytical acumen and collaborative leadership style make him the ideal successor to further drive the excellence of our global actuarial operations."

Cynthia Bentley, currently Senior Vice President and Head Actuary of North America Commercial Insurance, will succeed Henck as Executive Vice President, North America Chief Actuary. She will report to Henck and Juan Luis Ortega, Executive Vice President, Chubb Group and President, North America Insurance, who added, "Cynthia's appointment is a reflection of her outstanding track record and the tremendous impact she has had on our company. I'm confident she will continue to drive innovation and further strengthen our actuarial capabilities across our North America businesses."

Biographies
Scott brings to the role nearly three decades of insurance industry experience. He joined Chubb in 2002 and has most recently served as Chief Actuary of North America from 2019. Prior to that role, he founded and led the Actuarial Insights, Business Intelligence, and Advanced Analytics unit for Global Claims. Scott is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS), a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA), a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), and a graduate of Lebanon Valley College.

Cynthia has more than three decades of insurance and actuarial experience. Prior to serving as Head Actuary of North America, she led the Major Accounts Actuarial support for Property & Specialty and Financial Lines. Cynthia is a graduate of Bucknell University and a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society.

About Chubb
Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb employs approximately 45,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.

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When does Scott Henck become Chubb's global Chief Actuary (CB)?

Scott Henck assumes the role effective April 1, 2026. According to the company, he will oversee reserving, pricing and capital performance measurement and report to the CEO and CFO.

Who is retiring from Chubb and what is their tenure (CB)?

Paul O'Connell is retiring after a 40-year career. According to the company, he departs as Senior Vice President and Chief Actuary with a long record in property and casualty insurance.

What role will Cynthia Bentley hold at Chubb and whom will she report to (CB)?

Cynthia Bentley will be Executive Vice President, North America Chief Actuary. According to the company, she will report to Scott Henck and Juan Luis Ortega and lead North America actuarial matters.

What responsibilities will Scott Henck have as Chubb Group Chief Actuary (CB)?

Henck will oversee reserving, pricing and capital performance measurement across the group. According to the company, his remit covers all global actuarial functions and related analytics.

What experience does Scott Henck bring to the Chief Actuary role at Chubb (CB)?

Henck has nearly three decades of insurance experience and joined Chubb in 2002. According to the company, he previously led actuarial units and served as North America Chief Actuary since 2019.

How will the reporting structure change after Chubb's actuarial appointments (CB)?

Henck will report to the CEO and CFO; Bentley will report to Henck and the North America president. According to the company, this aligns global and North America actuarial leadership under Henck.

Chubb Appoints Scott Henck Global Chief Actuary