FinTech Magazine - October 2021 | Page 30

TOKIO MARINE HIGHLAND

Driving

an audacious plan for change

“[ On the company ’ s rebrand ] We see this as a great opportunity to enter new markets , attract talent , and seek new acquisitions and capacity partners ”

JOSHUA CLIFTON VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS , TOKIO MARINE HIGHLAND
Blandford emphasises that achieving the dual objectives of digital transformation and “ to be a good company ” ( the official Tokio Marine philosophy ) remain his top priorities . “ I saw [ at Tokio Marine Highland ] the opportunity to preserve a very strong entrepreneurial culture , but one that is backed by the strength and resources not only of Tokio Marine Kiln but also the broader Tokio Marine Group . This has been the most rewarding challenge of my career so far ,” he says .
Previously involved in other aspects of finance prior to his present appointment , particularly private equity investing , Blandford states that his background
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