Leaders & Vision
Guided by the enduring legacy and visionary ideals of Group founder Herbert W. Kaufman, we have carried the mantle of success into the MENA region.
Furthering Industry Standards
At Burns & Wilcox MENA, we aspire to be leaders in innovation and transformative impact in the region. We are committed to setting new benchmarks in the insurance industry and introducing innovative products that meet evolving client needs.
Our MENA team, alongside over 2,000 professionals worldwide across the group, delivers tailored solutions with a strong focus on risk management.
Our ambition is clear: to be the broker of choice for both clients and top talent across the UAE.
50+
Years in Insurance
60+
Offices Worldwide
$3.2B
Group Sales
Burns & Wilcox Global Leadership Team
Alan Jay Kaufman
Group Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, H.W. Kaufman Group
Alan Jay Kaufman is Group Chairman and CEO of Burns & Wilcox, a worldwide specialty insurance wholesaler. The company maintains relationships with the industry’s most respected insurance carriers and delivers solutions to brokers and agents for difficult-to-place, complex and unusual risks.
Jodie Kaufman Davis
Group Co-President, H.W. Kaufman Group
Jodie Kaufman Davis is the Co-President of H.W. Kaufman Group and a member of the company’s Board of Directors. A leader in developing and executing company strategy and management-driven initiatives, Jodie advises on best practices and expertise to drive the company’s global growth strategy.
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Danny Kaufman
President, Burns & Wilcox and Group Co-President, H.W. Kaufman Group
Danny Kaufman is Co-President, H.W. Kaufman Group and serves as the President for Burns & Wilcox, Kaufman’s largest subsidiary and the globally recognized leader in specialty insurance brokerage and underwriting.
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Paul Greensmith
Chief Executive Officer, H.W. Kaufman Group International
Paul Greensmith is the Chief Executive Officer for H.W. Kaufman Group London, with responsibility for leading Kaufman’s operations and driving growth across the U.K., Europe, South America and Middle East. He is focused on optimizing Kaufman’s London platform...
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James Stevenson
Executive Chairman, H.W. Kaufman Group International
James Stevenson serves as Executive Chairman, H.W. Kaufman Group International. In this role, he is responsible for actively pursuing new opportunities to expand Kaufman’s footprint worldwide...
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Aynis Ifhtiker
CEO - MENA
Extensive expertise in the Middle East insurance market, driving business growth and building strong local and global industry connections
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Sophia Maria Antoinette Xuereb
Head of Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Governance
Deep expertise in legal, compliance, and corporate governance, shaping regulatory frameworks and driving integrity across the insurance and reinsurance sector
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Najeeb Ahmed
Chief Distribution Officer
Vast insurance expertise and market insight, excelling in complex corporate and reinsurance placements while leading high-performing teams across the UAE and North America.
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Jaison Kandath
General Manager of Employee Benefits
Comprehensive expertise in employee benefits and insurance, excelling in client management, technical underwriting, and team leadership to drive business growth
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Bilal Sayed Mohamed
Client Director - Corporate Risks
Experience in in corporate risk management, excelling in client servicing, strategic placement, and market-driven solutions across diverse industries
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Alka Sudhakaran
Operations Director
Extensive operational expertise, excelling in team leadership, strategic relationship management, and end-to-end insurance broking operations
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Hasan Fardan Al Fardan
Non Executive Chairman
A seasoned leader with expertise in investment strategy, real estate, corporate restructuring, and financial services, backed by finance and real estate finance degrees from respected UK institutions.
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Lajitha Said
HR & Admin Manager
Experienced HR and administrative professional driving operational excellence and talent management.
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Our MENA leadership team brings together over 200 years of combined experience, regional expertise,
and a shared vision for transforming the insurance landscape across the Middle East and North Africa.
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