Solmaz Altin (44), currently the Chief Digital Officer of Allianz, will join the Allianz Asia Executive Board from June 1, 2018 and will succeed George Sartorel (60) as Regional CEO effective May 1, 2019.
After almost 40 years with Allianz, George Sartorel has decided to retire in 2019. Solmaz Altin will work closely with him over the course of 2018 to ensure a smooth transition. Beginning April 2018, George Sartorel will also assume the role of Chairman of the Allianz Asia Advisory Council, taking over this role from Sergio Balbinot, Member of the Allianz Management Board.