The BI Top 10: Week of Aug. 16, 2021

Willis Towers Watson CEO John Haley’s successor is now known, as insider Carl Hess has been tapped to take the brokerage’s helm on Jan. 1, 2022.

1. Willis opts for internal candidate to succeed Haley as CEO

2. Ryan Specialty reveals April data breach

3. Beazley hires former Chubb exec as head of US cyber and technology

4. Gallagher ups price in second agreement to buy Willis reinsurance business

5. Axis hires property execs from Chubb, Ethos

6. Truist Insurance CEO named chief insurance officer of parent company

7. Property insurers tighten coverage as climate change continues

8. Cannabis insurers get ready to roll as federal legalization nears

9. Willis reinsurance business worth the higher price tag: Gallagher CEO

10. OSHA updates guidance on masks for vaccinated workers