Financial Lines

Esther heads all Commercial Lines for Berkley Insurance Asia - Greater China, which includes Financial Lines and Casualty. She has over 18 years of industry experience as an underwriter and broker and has deep relationships and expertise in the market. As a founding member of Berkley Insurance Asia, Esther has developed a strong portfolio and underwriting talent in Hong Kong.

A pioneering member of our Hong Kong team, Felix has over five years experience in both Financial Lines and Casualty Lines. He majored in industrial engineering at Northeastern University and graduated with a Bachelor of Business Management from the University of Phoenix.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Felix enjoys reading Chinese novels during his free time. A Hong Kong native, he firmly believes in the vibrant diversity and opportunities in the local market.

Derek has over five years of experience in Financial Lines underwriting and specializes in management liability products. He graduated from the University of Buckingham with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management.

Salina embarked on her career path by delving into the field of underwriting, specifically focusing on Mortgage insurance products. Over time, Salina has honed her expertise and transitioned into specialising in Financial Lines underwriting, with a particular emphasis on Directors and Officers Liability products.

Salina holds a Bachelor's Degree from the School of Communication at Hong Kong Baptist University. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in effective communication strategies, enabling her to excel in her professional interactions and negotiations within the insurance industry.

Cassandra has over a decade’s worth of experience in Financial Lines across Singapore and Asian markets dealing with insurance and reinsurance. She graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Degree in Communications and New Media.

Coming from a slightly different educational background from her insurance peers, Cassandra is passionate about simplifying complex insurance jargon and concepts. She believes that communication is the foundation of any good relationship.

Ernest joined Berkley after several years in the graduate programme and Financial Lines division of a multinational insurance brokerage. He graduated from Singapore Management University’s School of Economics and holds an Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from The Chartered Insurance Institute, UK.

On weekends, he is usually hunting down good local hawker fare and catching up with friends and family at the mahjong table.

Kimberly has over 6 years of insurance experience in Financial Lines underwriting. She graduated from University of London with a degree in Economics and Finance. She loves watching wildlife and enjoys a good game of badminton.

Hank has been in the insurance industry since 2015, with experience across diverse functions such as underwriting, product management and business operations. He is a graduate of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and holds an Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Hank is one half of a pair of twin brothers. Contrary to popular belief, the twins do not switch places with each other at work.

Carol has over five years of insurance industry experience in various roles including underwriting and business operations. She is a graduate of Murdoch University, majoring in Events Planning and Management.

Whenever she finds time, Carol loves nothing more than to host and cook for friends and family.

Noel has over 20 years of industry experience working in Financial Lines underwriting, distribution management and senior management roles. He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago.