Martin Leitch named CEO of PURE
Privilege Underwriters and the affiliated companies of the PURE Group of Insurance Companies have announced that Ross Buchmueller, founder and CEO of PURE, will be leaving the company at the end of 2023 after 18 years with the firm.
Martin Leitch, co-president and chief underwriting officer, will assume responsibilities as CEO on July 1, 2023.
Leitch, 44, joined PURE in 2022 after more than 20 years with General Reinsurance Corporation. Dave Logan, who has served as chief risk officer at PURE for the past three years has been appointed president.
We have been so pleased to have PURE as part of the Tokio Marine family. In addition to its contributions to our financial success, we have been inspired by PURE’s spirit of employee engagement, member service and innovation. I have enjoyed working alongside Ross and wish him and his family all of the best. My colleagues and I look forward to supporting Martin and his team to help PURE reach its full potential. I have every confidence that PURE will maintain its sustainable growth by continuing to deliver an exceptional member experience.” – Satoru Komiya, Group CEO, Tokio Marine Holdings.
It’s an honor to assume the responsibility of CEO of this remarkable firm. We are all grateful for the foundation that the three founders of PURE have built and look forward to the challenge of taking this company to even greater heights. – Martin Leitch.
“On behalf of the PURE membership, I want to thank Ross for his many contributions to the creation and the ongoing success of PURE. We have enjoyed getting to know Martin and Dave and remain confident that they will be great stewards for the next chapter of this company.” – Jodi Lash, chair of PURE’s Subscribers’ Advisory Committee.
“I look forward to spending the balance of the year helping Martin, Dave and the team to ensure a smooth transition. I will be forever grateful to the 1,100 colleagues who deliver on PURE’s promise every day, and I will remain the most enthusiastic ambassador for them and their mission.” – Ross Buchmueller.
