Peter Schmidt
About Peter Schmidt
Peter Schmidt serves as the Chief Executive for the Middle East & Africa, India, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Credit and Surety Re at AXA XL. He has extensive experience in the reinsurance and credit insurance sectors, having held leadership positions at Swiss Reinsurance Company, Catlin, and Atradius Credit Insurance.
Current Role at AXA XL
Peter Schmidt serves as the Chief Executive for the Middle East & Africa, India, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Credit and Surety Re at AXA XL. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the strategic direction and operational management of the division. His role encompasses overseeing various markets and ensuring the delivery of credit and surety solutions across multiple regions. He is based in the Zürich Area, Switzerland.
Previous Experience at Swiss Reinsurance Company
Peter Schmidt worked at Swiss Reinsurance Company from 1996 to 2008, accumulating 12 years of experience. During his tenure, he held various roles, including Head of Credit Solutions from 2004 to 2008. His responsibilities involved managing credit reinsurance operations and developing solutions tailored to client needs.
Leadership at Catlin
From 2010 to 2015, Peter Schmidt served as the CEO of Catlin Re Switzerland. In this role, he was responsible for leading the company's operations and strategic initiatives in the reinsurance sector. His leadership contributed to the growth and development of Catlin's market presence during his five-year tenure.
Role at Atradius Credit Insurance
Peter Schmidt was a member of the Group Management Board and served as Chief Markets Officer at Atradius Credit Insurance from 2008 to 2010. In this capacity, he focused on market strategies and contributed to the overall management of the organization.
Education Background
Peter Schmidt studied at Bündner Kantonsschule Chur from 1974 to 1981. His educational background provided a foundation for his career in the insurance and reinsurance industries, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge.