December 16, 2024
Morristown, N.J. — December 16, 2024 — Crum & Forster (C&F) announces that Sarah Nichols, Senior Vice President and Custom Casualty Leader of the company’s Surplus & Specialty (S&S) Division, has earned the 2024 Business Insurance Women to Watch award. The prestigious recognition celebrates women demonstrating exceptional leadership, expertise, and influence in the commercial insurance industry.
The award, now in its 19th year, honors distinguished professionals from diverse sectors, including risk management, employee benefits, consulting, and law. Recipients were acknowledged during the recent Women to Watch Awards & Leadership Conference in New York, NY on November 18-19.
With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Ms. Nichols leads C&F’s highly successful Surplus & Specialty Lines Custom Casualty segment, encompassing Primary Special Risk and Excess & Umbrella. Under her leadership, this segment has consistently delivered strong growth and profitability. Beyond her business acumen, Ms. Nichols actively advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion as an executive sponsor of an Employee Resource Group and a member of the Inclusivity Council at C&F.
Reflecting on this achievement, Ms. Nichols said, “It is an incredible honor to be named among such inspiring leaders in our industry. I am proud to represent C&F and the S&S team, whose hard work and collaboration have been instrumental in our success. This recognition reinforces my commitment to fostering an inclusive, dynamic, and results-driven environment for our employees and partners.”
In addition to her professional achievements, Ms. Nichols actively mentors emerging talent through initiatives such as C&F’s Launch PAD Program and is a sought-after speaker on industry panels. Her leadership and dedication have positioned her team and the broader S&S Division for sustained growth and success.
“Sarah exemplifies what it means to be an exceptional leader. Her ability to drive results, inspire her team, and create a culture of excellence has been transformative for our business,” said Tom Bredahl, President of the S&S Division at Crum & Forster. “This recognition is a well-deserved testament to her vision and impact, not only within C&F but also across the entire industry.”
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