Huntington T. Block Appointed Emily Schaffer as Senior VP
The veteran fine art insurance specialist joins the Aon subsidiary to oversee major client accounts.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in People
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The Huntington T. Block Insurance Agency has named Emily Schaffer as its new senior vice president of fine art insurance. Based in New York, Schaffer will report to the firm's president, Diane Jackson.
Why it matters
Schaffer brings extensive industry experience to the role, aiming to bolster the firm's specialized claims capabilities. Her appointment strengthens the agency's position as a managing general underwriter for major fine art portfolios.
Schaffer possesses over 15 years of experience in insurance program design and has earned the title of Fine Art Power Broker five times. The firm currently supports more than 350 associations through various strategic partnerships.
The players
Emily Schaffer
She is the newly appointed senior vice president of fine art insurance at Huntington T. Block.
Diane Jackson
She serves as the president of the Huntington T. Block Insurance Agency.
Huntington T. Block
This insurance agency is a subsidiary of Aon that operates as a managing general underwriter.
Aon
This is a global professional services firm that owns the Totalis Specialty Group.
Risk Strategies Company
This is the firm where Emily Schaffer previously worked as a vice president and team leader.
The details
Schaffer joins the team from Risk Strategies Company, where she previously served as vice president and team leader for fine arts. In her new position at the Aon-owned subsidiary, she is tasked with managing relationships for major fine art accounts.
Timeline
The appointment was officially announced on September 23, 2026.
Market Landscape
The appointment of a five-time Fine Art Power Broker highlights the increasing reliance on specialized underwriting talent in the high-value asset sector. This move allows the firm to differentiate its service offerings in a competitive insurance market dominated by large-scale global conglomerates.
For clients of Huntington T. Block, this transition signals a renewed focus on specialized claims management for art portfolios. These changes are expected to ensure continuity and enhanced service for the firm's extensive network of association partners.
The takeaway
The move underscores the critical importance of seasoned expertise when managing high-stakes assets like fine art. Clients should expect the firm to maintain its focus on specialized coverage as it integrates Schaffer into its leadership structure.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest leadership changes in the industry on the People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Beinsure: Insurance & InsurTech Media Market Intelligence Platform.
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