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2 July 2025news

HDI Global bolsters risk finance unit with key appointments

HDI Global SE has appointed two executives to its HDI Enablers division, specialising in risk finance solutions. The company said that these strategic hires reinforce its position as a partner in transformation for its clients within the risk finance realm.

Effective June, Nelson Castellanos joins as the vice president Global Markets, HDI Enablers. He is reporting to Eric Joly-Pottuz, head of HDI Global SE – Enablers, who himself is reporting to Dr Dirk Höring, member of the HDI Global SE Executive Board, responsible for property insurance, engineering insurance, marine insurance, HDI Risk Consulting.

Castellanos brings extensive experience from his previous role as chief partnership officer at HDI Embedded. He will engage with our global business partners and enhance communication efforts around Risk Finance solutions, including the division's presence at industry events. Eric Joly-Pottuz commented: “Given his focus on dialogue with our markets, Nelson's contribution will be pivotal in positioning our team as a key partner in Risk Finance solutions.”

Fabien Guilhot is appointed as the insurance technics director, HDI Enablers. Reporting to Joly-Pottuz as well, Fabien offers deep expertise from his roles in Property underwriting. As the team’s go to expert for compliance, policy wording and coverage-related matters, Guilhot will advance the team’s Risk Finance product offerings globally.

“Fabien's expertise is a major asset for our product proposal development across the countries we operate,” said Eric Joly-Pottuz. “These appointments strengthen HDI Global’s commitment to providing tailor-made solutions and supporting clients in transforming their business processes.”

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