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Andy Chang Appointed as Willis Growth Leader

The Miami-based industry veteran will lead business development for the firm's direct and facultative division.

Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in People

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Willis has named Miami resident Andy Chang as its new Growth Leader for Direct and Facultative business. Chang will oversee business development strategies and provide guidance to clients across global markets.

Why it matters

The appointment reflects the continued role of Miami as a base for key leadership in international insurance and reinsurance operations. Chang brings experience from his previous executive roles at Aon and K.M. DASTUR & CO LIMITED to this new leadership position.

This transition follows Chang's previous roles as Head of Alternative Distribution at Aon and Chief Operating Officer at K.M. DASTUR & CO LIMITED. The specific growth targets for his new division remain undisclosed.

The players

Andy Chang

The newly appointed Growth Leader of Direct and Facultative business at Willis.

Garret Gaughan

The Willis executive to whom Andy Chang will report.

The details

In his new role, Chang will report to Garret Gaughan and collaborate with regional teams across North America, Europe, London, and Asia Pacific. He is tasked with providing strategic guidance to clients while spearheading business development efforts for the firm. His presence in the city anchors this international responsibility within the Miami business community.

Timeline

  1. September 30, 2026: Willis officially announced the appointment of Andy Chang.

Beyond the 305

This appointment underscores Miami's deepening role as a central hub for international financial services and insurance operations. It follows a consistent trend of major firms placing high-level executives in the city to manage global portfolios.

The addition of this role reinforces the local business ecosystem by anchoring global strategic oversight within our borders. Residents in the professional sector may see increased engagement between the firm and the regional market as the new division develops its strategy.

The takeaway

Miami continues to attract top-tier financial talent to manage international business interests. Keep an eye on the firm's future expansion efforts in the North American market under this new leadership.

Further reading

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