Ascot Group

Amplify, an inaugural Ascot program designed to empower and inspire women leaders was a tremendous success! Ascot’s 2025 Amplify program concluded with a celebratory dinner in New York City. Pictured left, members and advisors of the 2025 Amplify session include: (Front row, left to right): Dianna D., Shanelle Burke, Lindsey Smith, Jules Denise (Program Dean), Abigail Oliver, and Joy LaHuta. (Back row, left to right) Louise Denyer, Marisa DeMartini, Xu Cheng, Kelly Farrell, Audrey Testerman (Program Advisor), Elizabeth Johnson (Program Executive Sponsor), Sweta Tzimopoulos, Marina S. Barg (Program Advisor), and Sarah Thompson.

Ascot is proud to sponsor the All Stars Project, Inc.’s 2025 Fall Benefit, Performing Growth, taking place on Tuesday, November 18, at the Prince George Ballroom in New York City. This event will honor the Trustees of New York’s Development School for Youth (DSY), a school where young people ages 16 to 21 learn to perform as professionals and connect with business leaders across the country to further their development as leaders. The All Stars Project is a national nonprofit that engages more than 10,000 young people each year in innovative development programs. Its mission is to transform the lives of youth from poor and underserved communities through the developmental power of performance, in partnership with caring adults—giving everyone the opportunity to grow.

Ascot Group has proudly partnered with the construction industry for nearly 25 years, delivering over 30 specialized products across a broad spectrum of risk classes. We’re excited to sponsor the 2025 International Risk Management Institute, Inc. (IRMI) Construction Risk Conference (CRC), taking place November 16–19 in Indianapolis, IN. Our team representing Ascot at IRMI includes members of our Excess Casualty, Environmental, Inland Marine, E&S Casualty, and Casualty Facultative teams. Discover more about Ascot’s construction capabilities here: https://lnkd.in/eMuKdRke #IRMICRC2025

Ascot’s Xu Cheng will bring her expertise in data analytics to the stage as a mentor and panelist at AltaWorld’s Women in Insurance Tech Conference. She will share insights and emerging trends during the panel discussion, “Mentorship in a Digital Age,” a dynamic session within this event where female leaders from carriers, brokerages, and Insurtech startups exchange experiences and innovative ideas.   Joining Xu at the conference are Ascot colleagues Prasanthi Santhanakrishnan, Senior AI Data Program Manager, and Shruti Jha, AVP Technical Product Manager, further showcasing Ascot’s commitment to leadership and diversity in technology.

Ascot’s Lea Last, MRAeS, Underwriter Nebula Space, recently spoke with ISC Group about “Cool Jobs in Insurance.” As someone who’s thrived in a male-dominated industry, Lea’s journey is a testament to taking risks, embracing change and the power of supportive leadership.   Listen to Lea talk about where it all started, her career, taking time off to become a parent and how different leaders have been such an integral part of her career and progression.   Tune in to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eCxxTJR8

Ascot U.S. warmly welcomes Kevin O'Malley as Vice President, Partnership Engagement – Northeast. Kevin will be working closely with Ascot’s U.S. colleagues to provide our clients with customized, specialty insurance solutions to meet today’s risk challenges.   Please join us in welcoming Kevin to the Ascot team!

Today, we pause to recognize all those who served in the armed forces across our three platforms and around the world.   Their courage and sacrifice in protecting our freedom will never be forgotten.   Thank you to those who served and continue to serve.   #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #VeteransDay

Ascot Group CEO and President, Jonathan Zaffino, will offer exclusive insights in a keynote interview with Lee Harris, Insurance Correspondent at the Financial Times, at the PwC (Re)Insurance Summit — a flagship forum for insurance and reinsurance. This premier event brings together industry leaders to shape the future of the sector. If you’re attending the Summit, mark your calendar: the interview takes place at 2:40 PM local time.

Thank you to the Ascot team for their incredible commitment to Covenant House International! Our colleagues went above and beyond, braving the cold during the (Re)Insurance Sleepout and supporting the event through sponsorship. Ascot was proudly recognized as a Hope Hero, alongside our broker partner Aon, after surpassing our ambitious $500K fundraising goal, all to ensure that youth facing homelessness will sleep safely at Covenant House. Special thanks to team captain Stephanie Davenport for leading the way, and to Laura Block, Steve Robinson, Brian Tedeschi, Robert Lehnert, and Sean R. for their dedication. Together, we’re making a meaningful impact. #AscotGivesBack

Ascot is proud to sponsor The Water Street Club's annual Insurance Industry Awards Dinner, an event dedicated to shaping a stronger and more forward-thinking insurance industry. We’re excited to have Shamila Ahmed, Paul Adams, and Maya Rivera representing Ascot at this important gathering. The Water Street Club’s mission is to inspire meaningful progress and create opportunities that elevate the industry for everyone.