Willis accelerates investment in data and analytics with appointment of Global Data Strategy Leader and Global Digital Platforms Leader
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Willis (NASDAQ:WTW) has strengthened its data and analytics capabilities with two key appointments. Kate Harb has been named Global Data Strategy Leader, tasked with developing the company's data strategy, focusing on acquisition, optimization, and Generative AI capabilities. Dermot Sargent has been appointed Global Digital Platforms Leader, overseeing digital infrastructure development and the Broking Platform rollout.
Harb, a 20-year WTW veteran based in London, currently leads various data and analytics initiatives and GenAI deployment. She previously served as Chief of Staff for Risk & Broking and Director of Strategy for Global Construction. Sargent brings 30 years of market experience, joining WTW in 2022 after nine years at Aon as Chief Broking Officer.
Lucy Clarke, President of Global Risk and Broking, emphasized that these appointments reflect Willis' commitment to enhancing client service through improved data-driven capabilities and structured data capture.
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- Strategic investment in data analytics and digital transformation
- Appointment of experienced internal talent with 20+ years company knowledge
- Addition of senior executive with 30 years industry expertise from major competitors
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LONDON, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis, a WTW business, (NASDAQ:WTW), has announced the appointment of Kate Harb as Global Data Strategy Leader and Dermot Sargent as Global Digital Platforms Leader. Both appointments form part of Willis’ ongoing commitment to digitization and the delivery of a market-leading and innovative data-driven strategy.
As Global Data Strategy Leader, Harb will lead efforts to create a clear data strategy across all parts of the Willis business, focusing on data acquisition, data optimization and Generative AI capabilities.
In his role as Global Digital Platforms Leader, Sargent will oversee the development of Willis’ digital infrastructure across the company’s operations, including the accelerated rollout of Broking Platform.
Commenting on both appointments, Lucy Clarke, President, Global Risk and Broking, said, “Our continued investment in our market-leading data and analytics, combined with more efficient processes and more structured data-capture powers, will further enhance our outstanding client service. I am delighted to have Kate and Dermot take key roles in shaping our data-driven, digital future.”
Kate currently leads several Willis-wide data and analytics initiatives and is responsible for the deployment of GenAI across the business. Kate, based in London, has been with WTW for over 20 years, holding roles such as Chief of Staff for Risk & Broking and Director of Strategy for Global Construction.
Dermot has 30 years’ market experience. He joined WTW in 2022 and has been leading the accelerated rollout of Broking Platform. He came to WTW after nine years at Aon, where he was Chief Broking Officer, as well as holding various other senior roles. He began his career at Marsh, spending over a decade in Global Placement roles.
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