Willis Appoints Andy Chang Global Growth Leader
Andy Chang will lead growth for the Direct and Facultative business from his base in Miami.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in People
Willis has named industry veteran Andy Chang as the global growth leader for its Direct and Facultative business. Chang, who is based in Miami, will oversee business development efforts across key international markets.
Why it matters
This appointment positions Willis to bolster its strategic risk transfer capabilities globally. Chang brings significant expertise from his prior leadership roles to support the firm’s development in North America, Europe, London, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Andy Chang now coordinates growth strategy across a network spanning North America, Europe, London, and Asia-Pacific. He reports directly to Garret Gaughan while providing guidance on risk transfer, retention, and mitigation to clients.
The players
Andy Chang
He is the newly appointed global growth leader for the Direct and Facultative business at Willis.
Willis
This global insurance and advisory firm provides risk management and human capital solutions to clients worldwide.
Garret Gaughan
He serves as a senior executive at Willis to whom Andy Chang directly reports.
Aon
This professional services firm specializes in risk, retirement, and health solutions where Chang previously held a leadership role.
The details
In his new role, Chang works across the Willis network to drive business development and offer strategic counsel to clients and prospects. He previously served as the head of alternative distribution at Aon before moving to this position.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: Announcement of Andy Chang's appointment
Market Landscape
The firm is scaling its leadership to capitalize on the increasing complexity of international risk management. This appointment reflects a broader industry movement to integrate regional development strategies under unified global guidance to better compete for multinational accounts.
Clients and prospects associated with Willis can expect a more unified approach to risk transfer and mitigation guidance under Chang. This shift aims to improve the consistency of service and strategic advice provided to entities in the Miami area and beyond.
The takeaway
The appointment emphasizes the importance of localized leadership in driving large-scale global risk strategies. Clients looking for specialized risk mitigation services should monitor how this new leadership structure influences their service delivery models.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Global Reinsurance.
