HDI Global US Appoints Jill Salmon as Head of Cyber Underwriting
Jill Salmon, Head of Cyber Underwriting, HDI Global US • Photo Credit: HDI Global
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CHICAGO, June 18, 2026, (BUSINESS WATCH GLOBAL) — Corporate and specialty insurance company HDI Global US, a subsidiary of HDI Global specializing in commercial insurance solutions, has appointed Jill Salmon as Head of Cyber Underwriting.
Salmon will be responsible for advancing HDI's cyber underwriting platform and supporting the growth of its cyber insurance business in the United States. The role includes working with clients and broker partners to deliver cyber insurance solutions.
Salmon joins HDI with experience in cyber underwriting and leadership positions within the insurance industry. Most recently, she served as Head of Professional Liability at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance, where she oversaw the Cyber and Errors & Omissions portfolio. Prior to that role, she held positions with Lexington, Catlin and CNA.
“We are very pleased to welcome Jill to HDI. Her deep expertise in the cyber space, proven leadership, and strong market presence will further enhance our capabilities as we continue to focus on underwriting excellence and disciplined growth in the US market while acting as our clients’ and brokers’ preferred partner in transformation,” said Marco Hensel, Chief Underwriting Officer and Senior Vice President of HDI Global US.
Salmon says the evolving cyber insurance market presents opportunities for growth and innovation.
“I am thrilled to join HDI Global and excited to lead the continued development of the cyber business. The cyber market continues to evolve rapidly, creating significant opportunity for growth and innovation. I look forward to strengthening our market presence, deepening relationships across the market, and working with the team to establish a leading cyber platform," said Jill Salmon, Head of Cyber Underwriting, HDI Global US.
The appointment is part of HDI Global's continued expansion of its cyber insurance operations in the United States, according to the company.
“Jill's appointment marks an important step in the continued growth of our Cyber business in the US market. I am excited to have her on board and am confident that her leadership, expertise, and vision will help take HDI's Cyber offering in the US to the next level while further strengthening our global Cyber platform," said Meike Raddatz, Head of Cyber at HDI Global.
HDI Global provides commercial insurance solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, industrial companies, middle-market organizations, and multinational corporations. The company operates in more than 200 countries and territories through its global network.
For more information, visit www.hdi.global.
Source: HDI Global
