Zurich North America names Chuck Kaiser Chief Communications Officer

Kaiser brings years of financial services, agency and technology experience to the role. He will lead the insurance provider's communications strategy in North America. 

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America is pleased to announce Chuck Kaiser is joining the company as Chief Communications Officer, effective May 27. He will be based at the company's North American headquarters in Schaumburg, Ill., reporting to Zurich North America CEO Kristof Terryn. 

Kaiser will be responsible for overseeing and executing Zurich's communications strategy for the United States and Canada. He will also focus on enhancing the visibility and reputation of Zurich's brand across North America, strengthening connections with internal and external audiences in support of Zurich's overall strategy and business objectives. 

"Chuck is an accomplished communications leader with a proven track record in corporate reputation management and strategic communications," said Terryn. "Throughout his career, Chuck has demonstrated an ability to manage complex communications challenges and drive impactful business results." 

Kaiser brings more than 25 years of experience in corporate communications to Zurich, including senior leadership roles at Vela Capital Management LLC, Edelman, Motorola and Allstate Corp. Most recently, he served as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Vela Capital Management LLC, where he was responsible for marketing, business development and thought leadership initiatives. 

Kaiser holds bachelor's degrees in journalism and political science from University of Missouri-Columbia. He has served in board roles with the (Chicago) Metropolitan Planning Council and the Mizzou Alumni Association and is a frequent speaker on trust in business. 

About Zurich North America
Zurich North America delivers insurance and risk management services to help make businesses and people more resilient. As one of the largest providers of insurance solutions and services to businesses and individuals, Zurich serves mid-sized and large businesses, including over 90% of the Fortune 500. It employs 10,000 people in the United States and Canada. Recognized by Fortune as one of the "World's Most Admired Companies," Zurich has earned its reputation through dedication and excellence.

Zurich North America is part of Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich), a leading global multi-line insurer founded over 150 years ago. Zurich serves over 75 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns.

Reflecting its purpose to "create a brighter future together," Zurich offers protection services that go beyond traditional insurance, to support its customers in building resilience. Since 2020, the Zurich Forest project has supported reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil's Atlantic Forest.

The Group has more than 63,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN), is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at https://www.zurich.com/ and https://www.zurichna.com/.

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