Wakam strengthens its governance to support its transformation

Paris, 15 April 2025

In a rapidly evolving insurance sector and accelerating technological landscape, Wakam is restructuring its governance to support its transformation and ensure sustainable, controlled growth.

The Wakam Group is updating the governance of its Board of Directors, Group Executive Committee, and its European subsidiary, Wakam SA.

Two new independent directors join
the Group’s Board of Directors

To support its strategic ambitions in an international environment, Wakam Group’s Board of Directors welcomes two independent directors, both recognised for their strong expertise in insurance, risk, and finance.

Marie Grison, former Secretary General of CNP Assurances,
appointed Chair of the Group Audit and Risk Committee.

Michel Mathieu, former CEO of Crédit Lyonnais,
appointed Chair of the ALM Committee.

Wakam Group Leadership

Now structured around its French and UK subsidiaries – Wakam SA and Wakam UK – the Wakam Group is led by Catherine Charrier-Leflaive, who becomes Chief Executive Officer of Wakam Group.

Mark Christer, CEO of Wakam UK, is also appointed Deputy CEO of the Group.

Alexandre Morillon, formerly Deputy CEO, becomes CEO of Wakam SA, succeeding Catherine Charrier-Leflaive.

Anouk Bara, formerly Vice President of Finance, is appointed Deputy CEO of Wakam SA, taking over from Alexandre Morillon.

Group Executive Committee

Aurélie Giry, Vice President Capital / Risk / Compliance, joins the Group Executive Committee. She is responsible for the Group’s capital, risk, and compliance and will also lead relationships with European supervisory authorities.

Karl Gray, formerly VP Underwriting, becomes VP Underwriting & Reinsurance, now also overseeing Wakam’s relationships with reinsurers.

Catherine Charrier-Leflaive, CEO of Wakam Group, said:
“The year 2025 marks a pivotal stage in our transformation – one we must accelerate to leverage sector shifts and position Wakam for sustainable, controlled growth. We are delighted to welcome new board members with deep expertise and talented new leaders to help drive our development.”