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Starr Appoints Peter Hirs As Chief Financial Officer, Effective January 13th

Jan 14, 2025•6 months ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Starr International Company

Peter Hirs
New YorkInsurance

Description

Starr has appointed Peter Hirs as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective January 13th, replacing Howard I. Smith, who has been with Starr and its related entities for over 40 years and is about to retire. Hirs, with extensive financial and insurance experience, will be responsible for overseeing the global financial operations of Starr at its headquarters in New York.

Company Information

Company

Starr International Company

Location

New York, New York, United States

About

Starr International Company, Inc. is a leading insurance and investment organization operating across six continents. It offers a wide range of insurance products and services through its operated insurance companies, including real estate, accident, health, and specialty insurance. The company has insurance subsidiaries in the US, Bermuda, mainland China, Hong Kong, Malta, Singapore, Switzerland, and the UK, with A.M. Best ratings of "A" (Excellent).

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