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Conduit Re names Mark Pickering as new CFO effective Nov. 30, 2026

Pickering will replace Elaine Whelan, who plans to retire after informing the board of her intention to do so in the third quarter earlier this year.

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Bermuda-based multi-line reinsurer Conduit Re’s ultimate parent, Conduit Holdings, has appointed Mark Pickering as its next chief financial officer, effective November 30, 2026, Reinsurance News reports.

Pickering, who previously served at Aspen Insurance Holdings, will succeed Elaine Whelan, who told the board of her intention to retire in the third quarter earlier this year. He will join Conduit Holdings’ board as an Executive Director.

The new CFO role includes collaborating on company strategy, leading capital management activities and financial reporting, and overseeing Conduit’s investment portfolio.

Pickering brings nearly 25 years of reinsurance experience, including 11 years at Aspen where he last served as group CFO and treasurer. He also played a key role in Aspen’s 2025 IPO on the New York Stock Exchange and its acquisition by Sompo, which was completed earlier this year, according to Reinsurance News.

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