Fifth Third Bancorp has named Christopher J. Bell president of insurance services, reporting directly to Brian Lamb, executive vice president and head of wealth and asset management.
Mr. Bell joined Fifth Third Bank in 1998 and has served in a number of positions within the wealth and asset management division. Most recently, he served as head of business operations and strategy.
"Chris has been an integral part of our wealth and asset management leadership team and, in addition to a proven track record of success, he understands the industry and the opportunity that insurance solutions represents for clients," said Mr. Lamb. "Chris has also led several insurance and wealth acquisitions. This experience makes him a terrific choice as we look to grow the business."
As head of insurance services, Mr. Bell will be responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive insurance strategy across Fifth Third, which includes evaluating opportunities to enhance the bank's insurance offerings and seeking out growth and expansion opportunities.
Reporting to Mr. Bell will be John Neace and Don Thompson, formerly of Epic Insurance Solutions, and Mike McGraw, formerly of R.G. McGraw Insurance Agency. Fifth Third acquired both of these firms in 2017.