Willis Appointed Andy Chang Growth Leader
Andy Chang has been named Growth Leader of Direct and Facultative business at Willis.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in People
Willis announced the appointment of Andy Chang as the new Growth Leader for its Direct and Facultative business. Chang will be based in Miami and report to Garret Gaughan.
Why it matters
The appointment positions Chang to drive business development and deliver strategic guidance across the company's global operations. He will coordinate with regional leadership to expand the division's reach in key markets.
This leadership appointment involves a reporting structure spanning four major regions: North America, Europe, London, and Asia Pacific. Chang joins Willis after prior roles at Aon and K.M. DASTUR & CO LIMITED.
The players
Andy Chang
He is the new Growth Leader of Direct and Facultative business at Willis who previously held leadership roles at Aon and K.M. DASTUR & CO LIMITED.
Willis
It is a global insurance and reinsurance brokerage firm that provides risk management and advisory services to a wide range of international clients.
Garret Gaughan
He is a senior executive at Willis to whom Andy Chang will report in his new capacity.
The details
In this role, Chang will collaborate with regional leaders to lead business development initiatives and provide strategic guidance to clients. His background includes serving as the Head of Alternative Distribution at Aon and as Chief Operating Officer at K.M. DASTUR & CO LIMITED.
Timeline
Willis announced the appointment of Andy Chang on September 30, 2026.
Market Landscape
This appointment reflects a broader industry trend toward strengthening regional growth strategies by recruiting experienced executives from top-tier brokerage competitors. By centering his leadership in Miami, Willis reinforces its competitive posture across its North American and global operations.
Clients of the Direct and Facultative business can expect a shift in strategic engagement as Chang begins his new role. This leadership change may influence the service delivery models and development initiatives available to current and prospective clients in North America.
The takeaway
The addition of an executive with Chang's background in alternative distribution signals a focus on diversifying growth strategies within the firm. Clients should anticipate updated outreach and strategic guidance as the new leadership team integrates into regional operations.
Further reading
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