What's Happening?
Marsh has appointed Joanne Silberberg to the newly created position of energy and power infrastructure leader for Marsh Risk in the U.S. and Canada. Silberberg will collaborate with Marsh’s energy and power,
construction, and specialty teams to provide integrated solutions to clients in the energy infrastructure sector. With over 20 years of experience in Marsh’s Energy & Power Practice in Australia and Canada, Silberberg has held various roles of increasing responsibility, most recently serving as the Energy and Power Leader for Canada. She will be relocating from Calgary, Alberta, to New York for her new role. Additionally, NFP, an Aon company, has hired Sean Pender as senior vice president for project risk advisory in the construction and infrastructure group. Pender will focus on advising owners and contractors on complex construction risks and structuring project-specific insurance programs. He brings over two decades of experience in managing risk programs for construction clients, having previously worked at CAC Specialty and USI Insurance Services.
Why It's Important?
The appointment of Joanne Silberberg and Sean Pender to key leadership roles in Marsh and NFP respectively highlights the growing focus on energy and infrastructure sectors in North America. Silberberg’s role is crucial as it aims to enhance Marsh’s ability to deliver sector-informed solutions, which is vital for addressing the complex challenges faced by energy infrastructure clients. This move reflects the increasing demand for specialized risk management services in the energy sector, driven by the need for sustainable and resilient infrastructure. Similarly, Pender’s expertise in construction risk management will strengthen NFP’s capabilities in advising on complex projects, which is essential for mitigating risks in large-scale construction endeavors. These appointments underscore the strategic importance of experienced leadership in navigating the evolving landscape of energy and construction industries.
What's Next?
As Silberberg transitions to her new role in New York, she is expected to leverage her extensive experience to drive Marsh’s strategic initiatives in the energy and power sectors across the U.S. and Canada. Her leadership will likely focus on developing innovative risk management solutions tailored to the unique needs of energy infrastructure clients. Meanwhile, Pender’s role at NFP will involve expanding the company’s project risk advisory services, potentially leading to new partnerships and collaborations with construction firms. Both appointments may result in enhanced service offerings and increased market competitiveness for Marsh and NFP, as they aim to address the complex risk landscapes in their respective sectors.
