Basler Insurance announces leadership transition as Ralf Stankat steps down and Manuela Moog takes over as IT/Operations Board Member. Discover how this digital transformation affects your insurance coverage, policy management, and why IT leadership matters for your private health insurance (PKV) and financial protection.…

Allianz has appointed Anja Westerhoff to its life insurance board, succeeding Thomas Neugebauer. Discover what this executive shift means for policyholders and how it relates to managing your life insurance, private health insurance (PKV/GKV), and long-term financial security in an evolving market.…

Württembergische Versicherung AG creates a new board division for private client & auto insurance, appointing former VHV executive Per-Johan Horgby to lead it. This strategic hire follows strong new business growth for the insurer.…

Private equity giant Hg Capital acquires a 60% stake in Fonds Finanz, Germany's leading insurance broker pool, for ~€200 million. Founders retain 40% and leadership, with plans for tech-driven growth, M&A, and enhanced broker services.…

German insurance employees received an average Christmas bonus of €3,855 in 2021, significantly higher than the national average of €2,677. Discover how the sector compares to others and what this means for compensation trends.…

The VHV Group announces a major corporate restructuring, creating a dedicated IT board position, a new 'VHV International' division, and a 'VHV digital services' holding company. Key leadership appointments drive this strategic overhaul for future growth.…

Generali Deutschland AG restructures its executive board as part of its ongoing 'One Company' strategy. Key changes include Christoph Schmallenbach's move, with Stefan Lehmann, Milan Novotný, and Katrin Gruber taking on new leadership roles to drive market share growth.…

Allianz Group introduces its global 'Ways of Working (WOW)' model, mandating at least 40% remote work and enabling up to 25 days of international work per year. Discover how this insurance giant is redefining workplace flexibility, agile methods, and employee well-being.…

ADAC Versicherung AG, the insurance arm of Germany's largest automobile club, appoints Claudia Tuchscherer as its new CEO. Discover her background, strategic responsibilities, and what this leadership change means for the company's future direction in auto and property insurance.…

The Ecclesia Group, a leading German insurance broker, has appointed Denny Tesch as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Discover how this executive change could influence your private health insurance (PKV) and statutory health insurance (GKV) options, and learn key lessons for navigating the US private health insurance and Medicare/Medicaid landscape.…

HDI Germany restructures its life insurance leadership team to align with a new strategic focus on profitability, unit-linked products, and biometric risk coverage. Key personnel changes include the departure of Dirk Böhme and new appointments aimed at simplifying operations and driving new business.…

Discover which insurance sectors—health insurance, commercial insurance, or private pensions—generate the most revenue for brokers. Learn how German brokers' reliance on software pools impacts independence, and why many skip annual client reviews. Get actionable insights for insurance professionals.…

German insurance group Örag names Dragica Mischler as its new CEO, succeeding Jörg Tomalak-Plönzke. Discover her background in finance and life insurance and what this leadership change means for the company.…

Following HG Capital's investment, Fonds Finanz founders clarify their strategy, new broker tools, and a planned 'portfolio exchange'. Discover how this partnership aims to create more value for insurance brokers.…

German insurer HUK-COBURG names Dr. Helen Reck as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and reshuffles board responsibilities. Discover how this leadership change aims to strengthen HR, legal, and digital strategy.…

Allianz Direct, the online insurance arm of Allianz, appoints Birgit Bacher as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Discover how her expertise will drive operational excellence and IT strategy across four European markets.…

ADAC SE strengthens its board by appointing former Allianz manager Claudius Leibfritz. Discover how his expertise in digitalization and growth will shape the future of ADAC's insurance and assistance services.…

Data reveals that insurance and finance apprentices in Germany earn well above the national average. Discover the earning potential, regional differences, and why a career as an Insurance and Finance Professional is a smart choice.…

Discover how smart digital technology is transforming insurance companies. Learn how digital workspaces enable seamless hybrid collaboration, enhance employee productivity, and create immersive brand experiences for customers.…

German insurer Gothaer creates a new Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) role, filled by Maike Gruhn, to lead its agile transformation and growth strategy. Discover how this leadership shift aims to modernize the company.…