JLT Specialty USA, a U.S. subsidiary of Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group plc. (JLT), one of the world’s leading specialty-focused providers of insurance, reinsurance and employee benefits related advice, brokerage and associated services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Reese as Senior Vice President.

Reese will be based in Chicago, where his primary focus will be driving business development and serving clients across all of JLT’s Specialties. In his role, Reese will utilize his technical risk management and insurance expertise to deliver superior risk solutions to domestic and multinational clients.

With years of experience solving complex insurance problems, Reese comes to JLT Specialty USA having led the Chicago operations for Hays Companies. Prior to Hays Companies, Reese was a practice leader for USI in Chicago, where he was responsible for leading, managing, and growing the commercial insurance operations.

“We are happy to announce Matt’s appointment and thrilled to welcome him to the JLT Specialty USA family,” said Pat Donnelly, President and Deputy CEO of JLT Specialty USA. “Matt’s experience will be a true asset to the company and our clients.”

Reese holds a B.A. from Purdue University and an ARM designation.

JLT encourages any potential applicants interested in rapidly developing their careers and becoming part of its U.S. Specialty team to contact Sue Corney at 518-782-3143, sue.corney@jltholdings.com.

About JLT Specialty Insurance Services Inc.

JLT Specialty Insurance Services Inc. is the U.S. platform of the leading specialty business advisory firm Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group. Our experts have deep industry and product experience serving leading U.S. and global firms.

About Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group plc.

Jardine Lloyd Thompson is one of the world’s leading providers of insurance, reinsurance and employee benefits-related advice, brokerage and associated services. JLT’s client proposition is built upon its deep specialist knowledge, client advocacy, tailored advice and service excellence.

JLT is quoted on the London Stock Exchange and owns offices in 40 territories with more than 10,600 employees. Supported by the JLT International Network, it offers risk management and employee benefit solutions in 135 countries.

For further information about JLT, please visit our website www.jltus.com.