Ankur Chokshi
About Ankur Chokshi
Ankur Chokshi serves as the Head of Wholesale Primary Casualty at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in underwriting and strategy-based growth, having held various roles at prominent companies in the insurance industry.
Work at AXA XL
Ankur Chokshi serves as the Head of Wholesale Primary Casualty at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2020. In this role, he oversees the wholesale primary casualty operations, focusing on strategic growth and underwriting practices. He also holds the position of Head of E&S Primary Casualty, Brokerage and Binding at AXA XL since 2018. His responsibilities include ensuring rate adequacy and enhancing brand awareness through analytical data.
Current Role at XL Catlin
Ankur Chokshi has been with XL Catlin since 2013, where he currently holds multiple positions, including Regional Vice President and Assistant Vice President. He has been instrumental in leading the Central Region Team since 2014. His extensive experience in these roles has contributed to the company's growth and operational efficiency in the Chicago area.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Before joining AXA XL and XL Catlin, Ankur Chokshi worked at Chubb as an Underwriter from 2001 to 2008, gaining foundational experience in the underwriting field. He later served as a Senior Underwriter at CoverX Corporation from 2009 to 2013. His background in underwriting has equipped him with strong negotiation skills and a focus on rate adequacy.
Education and Expertise
Ankur Chokshi studied at the University of Hertfordshire, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors in Chemistry from 1996 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in strategy-based growth, utilizing analytical data to enhance brand awareness and profitability in the insurance sector.