The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of State Insurance Company Limited (the “Company” or “SICL”) announces the appointment of Aarion A. Nicholas as Chief Executive Officer. As Chief Executive, Ms. Nicholas will be responsible for leading SICL’s growth initiatives and build on its industry-leading transformation to a regional entity.
With 14 years industry experience and a solid track record of leadership and execution, Ms. Nicholas is a highly respected professional who will continue to propel the Company forward. She most recently served as Executive Manager with responsibility for the General Insurance Department, having joined the SICL team in September 2020. Her multifaceted experience within the industry, and extensive training lend to a well-rounded professional with a passion for insurance. The essence of her leadership traits is captured in one of her favorite quotes – “Integrity, insight, and inclusiveness are the three essential qualities of leadership”.
Ms. Nicholas is an alumnus of the University of the West Indies with an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Finance (BSc). She is also a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designee and holds an associate degree in Reinsurance (ARe). Her previous endeavors include regional exposure and time spent within the London market where she gained further insight and international exposure at Lloyd’s of London. She is an Executive Member of the Antigua Barbuda Employers Federation and presiding Chairman of the Insurers Association of Antigua and Barbuda.
The SICL Board is excited about this appointment and welcomes the strengths of the new CEO as the Company continues its journey as Antigua & Barbuda’s premier insurer of choice.