CHU appoints new CEO

CHU today announced that Chief Executive Officer Bobby Lehane will step down from his role in March 2021, following nearly six years of leadership.

Lehane advised that, with the business strongly positioned for the future, it was time to pursue his next professional opportunity.

CHU is pleased to confirm that Kimberley Jonsson will succeed Lehane as Chief Executive Officer. Jonsson has been with CHU for 15 years and has held several senior roles across the business, most recently leading the New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory region, which is CHU’s largest portfolio.

Lehane said he was delighted to see an internal successor appointed.

“Kim’s appointment as CEO is a tremendous outcome for CHU. It is one of the leading roles in the Australian insurance industry and I am very pleased to see someone of Kim’s calibre step into the position,” he said.

Steadfast Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Robert Kelly acknowledged Lehane’s contribution to the business.

“Bobby has overseen a period of significant progress and growth at CHU, and we thank him for his leadership and commitment,” Kelly said. “With a strong and experienced leadership team in place, CHU is well-positioned for continued success. Kim is a highly capable executive with a proven track record, and we are delighted to see her appointed to lead the business.”

Jonsson said she was honoured to be appointed to the role.

“To be given the opportunity to lead CHU is a privilege, particularly having started my career with the business,” she said.

“Under Bobby’s leadership, CHU has evolved into a resilient and high-performing organisation. We are well-positioned to deliver on our strategy through to 2025, and I am confident about the opportunities ahead.”

Reflecting on his tenure, Lehane said he was proud of the progress he achieved as CEO.

“It has been an incredibly rewarding period, and I am proud of what the team has accomplished,” he said. “While the environment continues to evolve, I believe it is important to continue moving forward and making decisions with confidence.

“I leave the business in a strong position and with an outstanding successor in place.”

Lehane will continue in his role until March 2021 to support a smooth transition.

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