Rene Huber
About Rene Huber
Rene Huber serves as Senior Manager of Global Programs for Marine, Aerospace, and Specialty at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2018. With over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, he has played a significant role in expanding network capabilities and developing the Global Program portfolio.
Current Role at AXA XL
Rene Huber serves as Senior Manager for Global Programs in the Marine, Aerospace, and Specialty sectors at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the strategic development and management of insurance products tailored for multinational clients. His responsibilities include overseeing marketing and sales initiatives, ensuring that AXA XL's offerings meet the needs of clients in these specialized sectors.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Prior to his current role, Rene Huber worked at XL Catlin as Senior Manager for Global Programs in Global Specialty from 2001 to 2018. During his 17 years at XL Catlin, he played a significant role in expanding the Global Program portfolio, with a particular focus on marine and specialty lines. His efforts contributed to the growth and development of network capabilities across over 200 countries.
Background in Marine Underwriting
Before joining XL Catlin, Rene Huber was employed at Winterthur International as a Senior Marine Underwriter from 1998 to 2001. This role provided him with foundational experience in marine insurance, which he has built upon in his subsequent positions. His background in underwriting has informed his strategic approach to managing marine and specialty insurance products.
Education and Professional Development
Rene Huber has a solid educational background in business and risk management. He studied Business/Managerial Economics at the University of Zurich from 1988 to 1989. He also obtained a Swiss Federal Diploma in Insurance & Finance & Economics from VBV in Bern between 1991 and 1993. Furthering his expertise, he completed a course in Risk Management at The Institutes, achieving the ERM - Enterprise Wide Risk Management certification in 2013.
International Experience and Strategic Focus
Rene Huber possesses extensive experience in managing international teams across Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. His strategic focus encompasses marine, aerospace, and specialty insurance products, with particular attention to crisis management and political risks. This international perspective enhances his ability to address the complexities of global insurance markets.