Declaring that the company has learned its lesson from the economic crisis, The Hartford's chief executive officer outlined a new strategy for growth while putting enterprise risk management front and center.

The insurance market for museums and historic homes remains competitive yet stable, with favorable loss experience, intelligent and loyal buyers, as well as a certain degree of prestige attached to it.

While each insurer is unique, a set of core "best" practices can transform claim operations and lead to a more profitable business paradigm in nearly any organization.

Sharon Ludlow has been appointed chief executive officer of Swiss Re in Canada and head of Canadian and English Caribbean operations, effective June 1.