Everest Group, Ltd. has appointed Christopher Kujawa as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 20, 2026. He will report to President and CEO Jim Williamson and serve on the company’s Executive Leadership Team, succeeding Interim CHRO Gail Van Beveren, who will remain for a brief transition period.
Christopher Kujawa brings proven expertise in elevating leadership, talent development, and organizational performance in complex, publicly traded, and private organizations. His collaborative and inclusive leadership style, combined with a strong track record of HR transformation, positions him to support Everest’s strategic priorities during this next phase of growth and operational focus.
At Conduent, Kujawa partnered closely with the CEO and Board to redesign HR infrastructure, enhance data-driven decision-making, and align workforce strategies with business objectives. His earlier experience at American Express and Ally Financial involved leading international organizational effectiveness and guiding large-scale corporate restructurings. These capabilities will be instrumental in reinforcing Everest’s culture of disciplined execution while fostering an environment that attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
“Chris is an exceptional addition to our senior leadership team, with a proven record of elevating leadership, talent, and organizational performance in complex organizations,” said Jim Williamson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Everest. “He brings a collaborative and inclusive leadership style and a clear ability to strengthen culture in direct support of disciplined execution, which will be instrumental as Everest enters its next chapter focused on sustained profitability and long-term value creation.”
About Everest
Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest) is a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions that address customers’ most pressing challenges. Known for a 50-year track record of disciplined underwriting, capital and risk management, Everest, through its global operating affiliates, is committed to underwriting opportunity for colleagues, customers, shareholders, and communities worldwide.
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