The Voice of Insurance Ep276 Pina Albo CEO Hamilton: Leaning in and out
Nov 11, 2025
Pina Albo, CEO of Hamilton Insurance Group, returns to chat about Hamilton's impressive IPO and the recent AM Best upgrade. She shares her insights on the insurance market’s evolution, emphasizing growth in casualty reinsurance and the strategic shift towards delegated underwriting. Pina explains how technology and AI are pivotal in Hamilton’s operations, from enhancing underwriting efficiency to fostering a strong company culture. Her candid perspectives offer a refreshing take on navigating today’s competitive insurance landscape.
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From Lawyer To Global Reinsurance Leader
- Pina Albo fell into insurance after moving to Europe and finding re/insurers were the only employers interested in her CV.
- She stayed because reinsurance offered varied, global roles that kept her engaged for decades.
Four Pillars Of Hamilton's Strategy
- Hamilton focuses on sustainable underwriting profitability, strategic growth, tech enablement, and attracting top talent.
- The company runs three complementary underwriting engines to fuel disciplined, data-driven expansion.
Three Distinct Underwriting Engines
- Hamilton operates three distinct underwriting platforms: Global Specialty (Lloyd's & Dublin), Select (US ENF), and a Bermuda reinsurance arm.
- Each platform targets different specialty and casualty niches, lowering volatility and improving market relevance.