Our Executive Team

Zeb brings more than 20 years of experience in alternative risk financing and commercial insurance brokerage to the leadership of Artex as its global chief executive officer (CEO). He began his insurance career as a Gallagher summer intern in 2004 and became a commercial insurance broker with Gallagher in 2005.

From the outset, he recognized the value of alternative risk strategies for his clients. He carried this expertise and experience through several leadership positions at Artex and Gallagher over the course of two decades.

Before his insurance career, Zeb was a decorated staff sergeant in the 122nd Fighter Wing of the United States Air Force, serving in two significant active-duty deployments in the Middle East in 2002 and the US Gulf Coast following Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Peter's insurance career began more than 40 years ago as an insurance broker in Dublin, Ireland before moving to AIG in Bermuda. He subsequently joined Gallagher's Bermuda operation, where he helped found Artex in 1997, before leaving to become Global CEO of Aon Captive and Insurance Management in 2011. He returned to Artex in March 2019 to assume the role of chief executive officer. Today Peter serves as chairman of Artex and provides advice, support and guidance to the executive leadership team.

Jennifer has more than 40 years of insurance experience. From her days as a successful retail producer and manager to co-founder of Artex in 1997, Jennifer has helped facilitate the expansion of alternative risk management solutions within Gallagher. In 2025, Jennifer assumed the role of chairman, Specialty Americas, working closely with Artex and Gallagher leadership to perpetuate our culture and mentor future leaders.

Dawn's insurance career began 25 years ago on the carrier side of the industry, where she held various leadership roles across multiple disciplines including Claims, Operations and Underwriting. Dawn started with Artex in May 2025 as chief underwriting officer and head of Captives, Artex North America. She's responsible for the leadership, growth, staff and management of the Artex North America Captives, Benefits and Underwriting businesses operating in the US, Cayman and Bermuda. Dawn's responsibilities also include business operations such as product development, operational efficiency, market management and mergers and acquisitions. Dawn is a licensed attorney, sits as a board member for APIW — an organization dedicated to fostering professional growth and leadership skills among women insurance professionals — and was recognized as a 2021 Business Insurance Woman to Watch.

Frank brings more than 25 years of experience across commercial insurance brokerage, risk consulting, underwriting and risk technology to the leadership of Artex North America. Over the course of his career, Frank has focused on fostering collaborative partnerships, aligning risk strategies with business goals and advancing innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of diverse industries.

Prior to taking over as president of Artex North America, Frank spent seven years with Gallagher, where he developed tailored risk programs for clients in healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and real estate — earning recognition twice as one of Insurance Business America's "Top 100 Producers."

As CEO of Artex Capital Solutions, Kathleen Faries is responsible for all business operations and staff. She is an accomplished leader who brings 30+ years of experience in the (re)insurance and insurance-linked securities (ILS) markets. Her successful career spans property and casualty broking, captives, underwriting, insurance management and ILS. Kathleen co-founded ILS Bermuda Ltd. and is a co-founder and board member of WeSpeak Bermuda Ltd., a Bermuda non-profit organization created by women, for women. In addition, Kathleen is strategic advisor to Blockchain Triangle, a Bermuda Fintech company.

Based in Guernsey, Paul Eaton joined Artex in 2004 after more than 13 years as an underwriter in the insurance market. As the Artex EMEA CEO, Paul serves on the Artex Executive Leadership Team, driving strategy around talent, organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, and operational efficiency for Artex's international operations, including Guernsey, Gibraltar, Malta, London and Singapore.

Rebecca has spent more than 20 accomplished years in the Human Capital industry, and now she's bringing her rich knowledge and experience to Artex. In her role as global HR director for Artex, she's a critical pillar for the success of the whole business. In addition to her incredible professional background, Rebecca also has an extensive educational foundation as a graduate of Queen's University, University of Oxford and Universidad Pontificia Comillas.

Steve has more than 20 years of technology and operations experience within the financial services sector and has been with Artex since 2018, previously as chief information officer. In this role, he is responsible for all aspects of Artex operations including our information technology strategy, operational efficiency, outsourcing and risk management.

Brandon brings nearly 20 years of financial experience to Artex. He joined the company in 2017 as finance director for our North American division and was promoted to CFO in 2019. He is responsible for all financial planning and analysis, accounting and compliance.

Based in London, Dipal leads M&A activity at Artex from origination through to execution, partnering with senior leadership to identify and deliver strategic growth opportunities. With deep expertise in corporate finance, deal structuring and strategic assessment, Dipal plays a central role in advancing Artex's acquisition strategy across key markets.

As the leader of global brand and marketing strategy at Artex, Rachel is dedicated to shaping a forward-thinking approach centered around the unique needs of clients in the ever-evolving insurance and capital markets landscapes. Drawing on a wealth of experience across retail and wholesale brokerage, program administration, MGAs/MGUs and alternative risk and captives, she combines strategic vision with data-driven insights to fuel business growth and strengthen brand equity.

Nicole is responsible for all internal communications, change management and strategic project support for Artex. With nearly two decades of senior-level change management, project management, process improvement and communications, Nicole has a strong track record of achieving successful business results through the planning and implementation of comprehensive solutions.