OdysseyRe Appoints New Chief Agent of Canadian Branch

Business Wire

STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Odyssey Reinsurance Company (OdysseyRe) today announced the appointment of Philip Klecan as its chief agent in Canada, effective March 27. Based in Toronto, he will serve as the branch’s senior representative, directing broker and client engagement across the Canadian market.

Mr. Klecan joined OdysseyRe in 2024 as chief underwriting officer of Canadian operations, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience with over two decades in the insurance industry, most recently leading Hanover Re’s property and casualty treaty portfolio.

Mr. Klecan succeeds Jean-Raymond Kingsley, who is retiring after 15 years with the Company.

“Canada is an important market to us, and we’re proud of the long-term relationships with our clients and brokers that extend back decades,” stated Brian Quinn, OdysseyRe’s chief executive officer of North America. “Over the past two years, Phil has spent a great deal of time familiarizing himself with our business. We’re delighted to see him at the helm and are grateful to JR for ensuring such a smooth transition.”

Mr. Klecan reports to Joseph Guardo, executive vice president.

About OdysseyRe

Odyssey Reinsurance Company is a globally diversified underwriter of property and casualty reinsurance products. Headquartered in Stamford, CT, its operations include a global network of 14 branch and representative offices across five regions: North America, Latin America, EMEA, AsiaPacific and London. OdysseyRe is rated A+ (Superior) by AM Best and AA- (Very Strong) by Standard & Poor’s. OdysseyRe is the reinsurance arm of Odyssey Group Holdings, Inc., a leading global provider of reinsurance and specialty insurance. Odyssey Group is a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited. For more information, visit www.odysseyre.com.