Who are the most recent appointments as directors and C-levels in the BeLux?
Pauline Kinet appointed head of Communication, Brand and Sustainability
With extensive experience gained both in agencies (Duval Guillaume, TBWA) and in companies such as VOO and Orange, Pauline Kinet brings strong expertise in brand strategy, communication, and sustainability. Eager to contribute to a purpose-driven brand like AXA, she aims to enhance the positive impact and authenticity of its iconic campaigns.(Source)
Paul Lecoublet appointed CEO of Allianz Life Luxembourg as part of Allianz Benelux’s new life & wealth strategy
Paul Lecoublet has extensive experience in wealth management, finance, and insurance. He joined the Generali Group in 2010, where he held various international positions across Life and Non-Life business lines, following several years in M&A and corporate finance. In 2019, he was appointed CEO of Generali Luxembourg. He holds a Master of Science in Management from EM Lyon Business School and a degree in Economics from the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne.(Source)
Vincent Simonart appointed Director of Actuarial Services
Vincent Simonart has extensive experience in actuarial and risk consulting, currently serving as Director at PwC Belgium since July 2025, after nearly three years as Senior Manager. Prior to PwC, he worked as a Strategic Project Manager at Ethias and spent over eight years at KPMG Belgium in various roles, including Associate Principal in Risk Consulting, where he specialized in developing tailored actuarial solutions for corporate and public sector clients, auditing pension funds, and coaching junior team members. Earlier in his career, Vincent held actuarial consultant roles at AG Insurance, focusing on pension valuations and funding analysis, and briefly worked as a mathematics teacher. His background combines strong technical expertise in pensions and employee benefits with leadership and project management skills.
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DAS welcomes Xavier de Launois as new CEO to navigate a changing market
DAS announces the appointment of Xavier de Launois as its new CEO, succeeding Erika Van Dyck after nearly eight years leading the company. Having been with DAS since 2012 and previously serving as COO, Xavier has an in-depth understanding of the company and its partners. He is committed to strengthening stability, making clear decisions, and fostering trust-based relationships with brokers and partners amid a rapidly evolving market. DAS warmly thanks Erika Van Dyck for her leadership and the solid foundation she established.(Source)
Annemie Rombouts appointed Chair of ESMA’s Issuer Standing Committee
Annemie Rombouts, Vice-Chair of the FSMA, has been appointed Chair of the Issuer Standing Committee (ISC) of ESMA, the European Securities and Markets Authority. The ISC plays a key role in shaping European regulations related to issuer disclosures, including financial and sustainability reporting, prospectus regimes, public offers, and corporate governance.(Source)