Beazley appoints Sydonie Williams as Head of International Cyber Risks

Beazley, the leading specialty insurer, has today announced the promotion of Sydonie Williams to the role of Head of International Cyber Risks, reporting to Alessandro Lezzi, Group Head of Cyber Risks. Ms Williams assumes the role effective immediately, having previously held the position of Focus Group Leader, RoW, Cyber Risks.

Since joining Beazley in 2019, Ms Williams has demonstrated exceptional leadership capabilities and impressive expertise, having been a pivotal player in many of the business's achievements, including the development of Beazley's pioneering cyber catastrophe bond.

Alessandro Lezzi, Group Head of Cyber Risks, said: "Sydonie has been a central member of the cyber team and integral to our Full Spectrum Cyber offering. Having worked closely with Sydonie for the past six years, I have seen her build an impressive market reputation as a leader in the cyber space. Her extensive experience across multiple geographies perfectly positions her to drive our strategy forward, expand our capabilities, and support our brokers and clients in navigating the complexities of cyber risk."