Miami-based broker ATL RE has expanded its executive team with the addition of Marcelo Podawacz (pictured) as director and head of property, coming shortly after the company announced its entry into the markets of Latin America and the Caribbean.

As per LinkedIn, Podawacz brings over three decades of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry, with a significant portion of his career dedicated to the Latin American sector. He transitions to ATL RE from the Ardonagh Group (previously known as Ed. Miami), where he held the position of technical account manager in the P&C reinsurance division in Miami.

Before his tenure at Ardonagh Group, Podawacz served as a director at America Premium Re Solutions, focusing on business development in South America.

ATL RE provides a portfolio of commercial reinsurance products, including financial lines, property and energy, construction, accident and health, treaty, and marine. the firm targets several crucial markets in Latin America, such as Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, and Bolivia.

“We’re delighted to be welcoming Marcelo to the growing ATL RE leadership team. His experience and in-depth knowledge of the Latin America and Caribbean markets will be invaluable in driving ATL RE’s growth across the region,” ATL RE chairman and ATL CEO Iñaki Bandres said.

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