Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) is launching a dedicated cyber unit in the U.S. as part of its Financial Lines portfolio.

Emy R. Donavan and Jenny Soubra have been named national practice leaders for the unit, reporting to Paul Schiavone, regional head of Financial Lines for North America. They will lead an experienced team tasked with developing and placing AGCS’s tailor-made U.S. Cyber and Specialty Professional Indemnity policy.

Donavan most recently served as VP of underwriting at AXIS Pro, handling Fortune 1000 business for the Central and Western regions, with emphasis on cyber and technology placements. She previously held senior roles developing the specified professions and technology division at Zurich North America.

Before joining AGCS, Soubra was an assistant VP for professional liability and cyber at ACE Group, with a focus on Fortune 1000 accounts in the Western zone, including primary placement for large retail, healthcare and cloud providers. She has also served in a variety of leadership and underwriting positions at CNA and Zurich North America.

Source: Allianz Group