BHSI SEO to take up additional role

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced that it has expanded its global property underwriting officer team to include Alessandro Cerase, who will focus on general property, energy and construction. Cerase will also retain his role as senior executive officer (SEO) for BHSI’s Middle East region.

“With our property portfolio growing worldwide, it is the perfect time to expand our global property leadership team, led by Dean LaPierre, and to expand Alessandro’s invaluable contributions to BHSI globally,” said David Fields, global chief underwriting officer, BHSI. “This move is indicative of the strength and depth of BHSI’s team, not only in property but across all our lines of business — and of the excellent advancement opportunities available for BHSI teammates around the globe.”

Cerase joined BHSI as SEO for the Middle East in 2018. A chemical engineer by background, he has more than 20 years of experience with energy and technical risks. As he assumes his additional responsibilities, he will remain based in Dubai.