Marsh has appointed Robert Bauer as head of its US sharing economy and mobility practice.
Bauer joins from AIG, where he spent more than seven years, most recently as general insurance head of innovation and its sharing economy group.
In his new role, Bauer will focus on developing and delivering industry-leading products and services to companies operating in the new economy, working closely with experts across Marsh.
He will work closely with experts within Marsh Captive Solutions in developing innovative solutions that meet the needs of clients.
Based out of San Francisco, Bauer will report to Jeffrey Alpaugh, growth and industry leader for Marsh’s US and Canada division.
Alpaugh said the arrival of Bauer would better position Marsh to “advise clients on solutions and strategies needed to address this dynamic sector’s evolving risk landscape”.
He added: “Marsh continues to invest in top talent to help clients proactively address emerging risks from participating in the sharing economy and autonomous mobility industry.”
Bauer commented: “I’m looking forward to working with Marsh’s industry-leading team of experts to deliver innovative solutions to our clients.”
“For the founders, funders, and participants in the new economy, good risk management and well-structured insurance are critical to their long-term success.”