Vantage Risk Appoints James Gunson as Chief Claims Officer

Strategic Appointment Enhances Claims Leadership and Operational Efficiency

HAMILTON, Bermuda, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Group Holdings Ltd. (Vantage) is pleased to announce the appointment of James (Jim) Gunson as Chief Claims Officer for the group's insurance operations. Jim will report to Alex Blanco, CEO of Insurance, leading Vantage's claims organization focusing on innovation, efficiency, and exceptional service.

In his role, Jim will lead claims strategies that emphasize Vantage's commitment to its policyholders, ensuring claims are handled efficiently and fairly. He will use his extensive experience to drive initiatives leveraging Vantage's core data, technology, and analytics capabilities. Additionally, Jim will prioritize cross-functional coordination, supporting the company's brokers and clients.

"Jim's strategic mindset and team-oriented approach make him an invaluable addition to our team," said Alex. "His depth of technical claims and legal expertise, combined with his understanding of insurance operations, finance, and analytics, will be instrumental in advancing our claims strategy. We are confident in his ability to deliver exceptional value to our clients and build further momentum across our specialty insurance businesses."

Before joining Vantage, Jim gained experience at several insurers, where he led claims strategies that enhanced accountability, efficiency, and customer service, managing complex claims portfolios and driving operational excellence.

"I am thrilled to join Vantage and contribute to its mission of delivering innovative claims solutions," said Jim. "I look forward to working with the talented team to ensure our claims organization remains a trusted partner to our clients."

Vantage's 10 specialty insurance businesses include Casualty, Construction, Cyber and E&O, Financial Lines, Healthcare, Management Liability, Large Property, and Political Risk & Credit in the U.S.; and Casualty and Financial & Professional Lines in Bermuda. 

About Vantage

Vantage Group Holdings Ltd. (Vantage) was established in late 2020 as a specialty insurance and reinsurance partner designed for the future. Driven by relentless curiosity, our team of trusted experts provides a fresh view of our clients' risks. We're blending new technology and robust analytics to generate powerful perspectives that enable smarter and faster decisions for our brokers, clients, and investors. Vantage operating subsidiaries Vantage Risk Ltd., Vantage Risk Assurance Company, and Vantage Risk Specialty Insurance Company are rated "A-" (Excellent) by AM Best as of February 2025.

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John Flannery, john.flannery@vantagerisk.com

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