Risk management consultant Alan Gray LLC has appointed Seth Patel as its CEO. Founded in 1988, Alan Gray is an advisor to (re)insurers and risk managers. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Premia Holdings, a (re)insurance group focused on sourcing, structuring and servicing business in the global property and casualty run-off market. Patel will succeed Mike Ceppi in the role, who will transition to a senior advisor position. Patel has more than 20 years of industry experience, focused on leadership, capital modelling and enterprise management. Bill O’Farrell, chairman of Alan Gray, comments: “Seth is a seasoned insurance leader with an ideal mix of industry and consulting experience to lead Alan Gray into its next phase of growth.” Commenting on his transition, Ceppi, says: “I'm very proud of the talented team I had the privilege of working with at Alan Gray. Alan Gray has adapted to ever changing markets with an uncompromised commitment to client service, satisfaction and results. I look forward to working with Alan Gray as a senior advisor and continuing to contribute to its future success.”