Matt McHatten, president and chief executive officer at MMG Insurance, was elected chair of the Insurance Information Institute’s (Triple-I) Executive Leadership Committee (ELC). McHatten succeeds Jennifer Kyung, CEO and founder of NextGen Underwriting and former P&C chief underwriting officer at USAA.
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Matt McHatten, president and chief executive officer at MMG Insurance, was elected chair of the Insurance Information Institute’s (Triple-I) Executive Leadership Committee. (Photo: Business Wire)
“As Triple-I continues to look toward the future in how we inform important discussions on risk and insurance, we are thrilled Matt will be at the helm as ELC chair,” said Sean Kevelighan, Triple-I CEO. “His broadminded leadership style brings additional perspective, skills and experience in driving innovation and navigating complex challenges such as legal system abuse and climate risk resilience.”
“It is important to also recognize and thank Jen Kyung for her esteemed service as Triple-I chair these past three years,” Kevelighan continued. “She was instrumental in bringing new members to Triple-I and diversity to our ELC.”
McHatten joined MMG in 2001, and prior to becoming president and CEO, he served as executive vice president and chief operating officer. During McHatten’s long tenure, he has led a variety of corporate initiatives, fostered agency partnerships and strategically positioned the company for growth.
“I am honored to be elected chair and hopeful that my years of experience at MMG, a regional carrier dedicated to the independent agent channel, will add to the variety of viewpoints on issues Triple-I and the ELC are focused on,” McHatten said. “This organization is not only a trusted resource, but also a major voice for the insurance industry. I’m proud to serve on this committee and to help continue this important work.”
McHatten is past chair and member of the NAMIC Management Conference Board, as well as a past member of the Hartford Steam Boiler Advisory Board.
He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from the University of Maine and currently serves as an incorporator of the University of Maine Foundation. Additionally, McHatten is a recipient of the foundation’s President Abram W. Harris Award and a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow.
About Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I)
With more than 50 insurance company members — including regional, super-regional, national and global carriers — the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) is the #1 online source for insurance information in the U.S. The organization’s website, blog and social media channels offer a wealth of data-driven research studies, white papers, videos, articles, infographics and other resources solely dedicated to explaining insurance and enhancing knowledge.
Unlike other sources, Triple-I’s sole focus is creating and disseminating information to empower consumers. It neither lobbies nor sells insurance. Triple-I offers objective, fact-based information about insurance – information that is rooted in economic and actuarial soundness. Triple-I is affiliated with The Institutes.
About MMG Insurance Company
MMG Insurance Company, headquartered in Presque Isle, Maine, is a regional property and casualty insurance company with operations in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. With roots dating back to 1897 and a history rich in growth, MMG has earned consistent regional and national recognition for superior service, ease of doing business, and as a best place to work. Today, the company writes nearly $300 million in premiums in partnership with more than 220 independent agencies across more than 580 locations.
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“As Triple-I continues to look toward the future in how we inform important discussions on #risk & #insurance, we are thrilled Matt McHatten will be at the helm as our ELC chair." @iii_SeanK @iiiorg @MMGInsurance
Contacts
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Triple-I: Loretta Worters, 917-208-8842, lorettaw@iii.org
MMG Insurance: Hollie Wolverton, 877-256-2609, hollie.wolverton@mmgins.com
