Xavier Laurent to succeed Georges De Macedo as Covéa boss
Xavier Laurent is to succeed Georges De Macedo as UK CEO of Covéa after a three-month handover, the insurer has confirmed.
De Macedo has been in the role since June 2023 when he took over from Adrian Furness.
RelatedAdrian Furness leaving Covéa; Georges de Macedo named CEO Covéa cuts losses but underwriting deficit grows Covea returns to profit as GWP dropsAccording to the provider, De Macedo is returning to France and will stay within the group supporting Covéa UK as a board member by providing strategic oversight.
Laurent, pictured, has already joined the executive team to work alongside De Macedo during the
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