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.
Dawn Hiestand
Chief Underwriting Officer and Head of Captives
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