Generali International CEO visits Vietnam

11:46 | 28/02/2023 Companies Follow Ven.vn on

Jaime Anchustegui, CEO of Generali International has made a visit to Vietnam as the group continues to pledge long-term commitment to the market with its fast-growing, successful local business - Generali Vietnam Life Insurance LLC (“Generali Vietnam”).

Generali International CEO visits Vietnam

Jaime Anchústegui, CEO of Generali International has made a visit to Vietnam as the Group continues to pledge long-term commitment to the market with its fast-growing, successful local business - Generali Vietnam

During his visit, Jaime Anchustegui met with over 1,500 agents, staff and the leadership team of Generali Vietnam at its 2023 Agency Kick-off Event in Hanoi. Speaking at the event, Anchustegui stated, “Vietnam has always been a key growth market for the Generali Group in Asia. With impressive business performance and effective growth strategy, Generali Vietnam is significantly contributing to the Group’s 'Lifetime Partner24: Driving Growth' strategic plan. We are excited about our future plan in the country and its contribution to the local insurance industry and economy.”

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of €75.8 billion in 2021. With around 75,000 employees serving 67 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America

Rob Leonardi, International Asia Regional Officer added, “A strong brand is an important focus for us in Asia and a key pillar of our global strategy. While our product and digital initiatives provide the necessary innovation and simplicity, it is our employees and agents who are at the core of our transformation and will also provide the crucial empathy and care our customer value.”

Tina Nguyen, Generali Vietnam CEO shared, “Generali Vietnam has the ambition of becoming the most innovative and trusted insurance brand in Vietnam. I believe with such confidence and strong support from Generali Group as well as a united, competent local team with shared passion and commitment, we will achieve our goal and become Lifetime Partner to our customers, partners and people.”

Jaime Anchustegui has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Generali International since 2018, having joined Generali Group in 1993. The International Business Unit at Generali aims to accelerate the implementation of the strategic plan 'Lifetime Partner24: Driving Growth' across three regions: Mediterranean & Latin America, Central Eastern Europe and Asia.

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