CAMBRIDGE, ON — Allianz Global Assistance has announced Lucy Hathaway as its new Chief Sales Officer, effective immediately.

In her new role, Hathaway will lead the organization’s efforts to strengthen long-standing partnerships across key distribution channels, while at the same time secure new business relationships for continued, sustainable growth.

She brings over 25 years of experience with her, having held previous senior leadership positions at Travelers Canada and RSA Canada where she was responsible for developing and executing national underwriting and distribution strategies. Prior to joining Allianz, Hathaway led the multi-year distribution strategy at Travelers across various business segments.

“We are very pleased to have Lucy join our Canadian executive team as Chief Sales Officer,” said Chris Van Kooten, Chief Executive Officer for Allianz Global Assistance. “As a seasoned strategic leader with an impressive range of insurance industry expertise, Lucy is well positioned to enhance the value we bring to our strategic partners, while building new relationships to drive continue, profitable growth.”

On joining Allianz, Hathaway said: “I am excited to join Allianz Global Assistance and to be a part of its dynamic and highly engaged Business Development team. The company’s ongoing strategic efforts to redefine and elevate the customer experience, along with its unparalleled global capabilities, create a world of opportunity for our existing and prospective partners. I look forward to helping us bring this depth of expertise to the market so we can ultimately support as many Canadian travellers in their time of need as possible.