Hub International Names Former McGill Exec as ProEx Practice Leader

Nirali V. Shah will lead executive liability placement with a focus on D&O insurance.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:41pm

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Hub International, a global insurance brokerage, has appointed Nirali V. Shah as the new senior vice president and executive risks practice leader for its ProEx practice in the East. Shah previously held senior roles at McGill and Partners, Willis Towers Watson, and Marsh.

Why it matters

This hire reflects Hub International's continued investment in its executive risks and directors and officers (D&O) insurance offerings, which are critical for publicly traded companies navigating an increasingly complex liability landscape.

The details

In her new role, Shah will lead executive liability placement with a focus on D&O insurance for publicly traded companies, as well as drive new business development for Hub's ProEx practice in the Eastern region. Shah brings extensive experience in the field, having previously served as the head of U.S. D&O at McGill and Partners, and held senior roles at other major insurance brokerages.

  • Hub International announced the hire on April 13, 2026.

The players

Nirali V. Shah

The new senior vice president and executive risks practice leader for Hub International's ProEx practice in the East.

Hub International

A global insurance brokerage that has hired Nirali V. Shah for a key executive role.

McGill and Partners

The previous employer of Nirali V. Shah, where she served as the head of U.S. D&O.

Willis Towers Watson

A major insurance brokerage where Nirali V. Shah held various senior roles prior to joining McGill and Partners.

Marsh

Another major insurance brokerage where Nirali V. Shah held senior roles before her most recent positions.

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The takeaway

This strategic hire underscores Hub International's commitment to strengthening its executive risks and D&O insurance capabilities, positioning the firm to better serve the evolving needs of publicly traded companies in the current liability landscape.