TEAM: OUR GREATEST ASSET

While our deep industry knowledge and investment in cutting-edge technology drive efficiency and client success, our true strength lies in our people. We are proud to have assembled a team of industry experts who bring unique talents, extensive knowledge, and success stories to their roles. We care deeply for our clients and work relentlessly to help them grow. This dedication truly makes our team the greatest asset.

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Our Team

Senior Management Team

team Andre Perez

Chief Executive Officer

Andre Perez takes on the role of CEO of Nascent Group of companies. Andre is a successful entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the global (re)insurance industry. He was the founder and Chairman of Horseshoe Group, the largest ILS service provider in the world, which was acquired by Artex Risk Solutions in 2019. Andre is currently the Chairman of Las Olas Holdings Ltd. and H2 Group Ltd., investing in start- ups and entrepreneurs embracing and commercializing disruption. Andre held executive and consulting roles with global enterprises such as Alea, KPMG, Coopers & Lybrand Canada, and Zurich Insurance. He holds a BSc in Mathematics from University of Montreal and is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS).

team Yulanda Francis

Executive Vice President

Yulanda has over 25 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry, including captive management and ILS. She has a demonstrated track record and expertise in: Captive management, GAAP and IFRS insurance accounting, Bermuda statutory insurance accounting, Statutory filing requirements, Segregated account companies, and Collateralized reinsurance. Prior to joining Nascent Group, she served as President of Horseshoe Re and Head of Client Services at Artex. She has also acquired experience while working for a captive management and brokerage company where she was responsible for the management of a portfolio of captive insurance companies. Yulanda has earned her CPA, CMA, Associate in Reinsurance (ARe), and Bermuda Insurance Diploma.

team Alison Morrison

Head of Advisory Services

Alison has been involved in the Financial Services industry in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands for more than 30 years. Prior to joining the Nascent Group Alison was the founding partner of Bermuda Compliance Consultants Ltd. She has worked as a part of multi-national firms and banks and has extensive experience in anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) regulations, risk management, policy development, corporate governance, training, and operational compliance. Alison is skilled in designing and implementing compliance programs to meet operational and regulatory requirements for regulated financial institutions.

team Warren De Klerk

Senior Vice President Insurance Management & Cat Bond Administration

Warren De Klerk is currently a Senior Vice President at Nascent Group and leads the catastrophe bond administration activities. Warren has over 15 years of experience in the Bermuda insurance and reinsurance industry. He is responsible for the setting up of new Special Purpose Insurers, the closing of catastrophe bond transactions and the ongoing administration once a deal has successfully been completed. Prior to his current role, Warren was with Artex Risk Solutions (previously Horseshoe) for over 10 years as Vice President and was responsible for catastrophe bond administration. Prior to that, he was AVP at Marsh Management Services and responsible for the administration of a portfolio of Captives. Warren has an Honours’ Bachelor of Accounting Science at the University of South Africa and is currently a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants.

team Sergio Micucci

Senior Vice President Insurance Management

Sergio is the Head of the Cayman Islands office at Nascent Group. Before joining Nascent Group, Sergio was the CFO of a private, collateralized reinsurance operation and prior to that, he was a Director with Strategic Risk Solutions (Cayman) Limited and was responsible for the licensing, administration and management of a wide array of captive insurance vehicles, including collateralized reinsurance entities and many traditional captive insurance companies. Sergio has over 15 years in the captive insurance market in the Cayman Islands and 20 years of professional experience in insurance and financial services. Personally, Sergio has served as the Treasurer and a Director of Inclusion Cayman, is a CFA Charter holder and a Chartered Professional Accountant (“CPA”) and holds a Post- Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Waterloo in Canada.

team Shehan Ranasinghe

Senior Vice President Collateralized Reinsurance

Shehan Ranasinghe is currently a Senior Vice President at Nascent Group and is responsible for setting up and managing collateralized reinsurance transactions. He has over 17 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry. Prior to joining Nascent Group, Shehan was with Artex for over 12 years in various positions such as Managing Director - Shared Services, Vice President and Head of Insurance Accounting servicing ILS and Captive Insurance clients. Prior to that he worked in the insurance division of a global outsourcing company where he was responsible for the general ledger management of a large general insurer in UK. Shehan holds a Master of Business Administration (General) from the University of Southern Queensland, Australia and is a member of CPA Australia and AICPA & CIMA.

team Adrienne Gibbons

Vice President Underwriting Management

Adrienne Gibbons is the VP Underwriting Management of Nascent Group Ltd. Adrienne is a highly experienced (re)insurance professional with over two decades of extensive experience in the U.S. and Bermuda markets. Adrienne’s expertise lies in various lines of commercial property business, encompassing meticulous contract wording analysis, claims processing, account reconciliation, and proficient data analysis. At Nascent Group Ltd., Adrienne provides critical underwriting support for insurance linked securities (ILS) operations and is responsible for the analysis of reinsurance agreements, entering underwriting and claims data in the system with integrity, interaction with clients, investors, funds, brokers, and trustees, as well as testing and development of the Company's policy management system. Adrienne's prior professional experience in New York, USA, as a Senior Actuarial Assistant for The Segal Company, she performed actuarial valuations for collectively bargained pension plans. Throughout her career, Adrienne completed various (re)insurance industry-related courses to stay at the forefront of her field. Adrienne also held various temporary positions in Bermuda, demonstrating her adaptability and willingness to take on diverse challenges. With her extensive experience, academic achievements, and commitment to the (re)insurance industry, Adrienne Gibbons stands as a seasoned professional known for her meticulous attention to detail, analytical skills, and strong leadership in managing complex re/insurance processes. Adrienne graduated from Long Island University, C.W Post Center, magnum cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics.

team Philip Jones

Vice President Collateral and Banking

Phillip (Phil) Jones is the Vice President Collateral and Banking Solutions of Nascent Group and H2 Group. Phil brings more than 35 years of experience in the financial services industry to the Nascent Group. In the last decade, he served as Senior Vice President and Head of Collateral Management at Artex Capital Solutions and Horseshoe Group, overseeing collateral structures for reinsurance transactions. Prior to this, Phil spent over 25 years in various senior management positions in banking, including Head of Butterfield's Private Bank, Head of Butterfield's Retail Bank and Corporate Banking Senior Lender. Phil holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree from Ambassador University, California and enjoys golf, gardening, and traveling in his free time.

team Tirusha Perera

Manager Collateral and Banking Solutions

Tirusha Perera is the AVP of Collateral and Banking Solutions at Nascent Group. Tirusha brings over 12 years of experience in the financial services industry to Nascent Group. Previously, Tirusha worked at Horseshoe Group, which was recently acquired by Artex Capital Solutions, for 9 years in various positions, most recently as the Deputy Manager of the Collateral Management Team. In this role, Tirusha oversaw the trust investment process and the collateral withdrawal process, as well as guided and trained local team members. Prior to this, Tirusha spent over 4 years at HSBC HDPL, working in various teams related to transaction monitoring and compliance.
Tirusha's educational journey includes earning a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management, specializing in Strategic Management and Leadership from Cardiff Metropolitan University, and obtaining an MBA from Sunderland University, UK.

team Stanley Perera

Actuarial Consultant

Stanley Perera is the Head of Sri Lanka office at Nascent Group. Stanley is an accomplished actuarial professional with over 25 years of experience in the field and a well-organized multitasker. Stanley consistently excels in coordinating services and resources to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. Stanley’s career spans key roles, including the current responsibility as the Head of Sri Lanka Office at Nascent Group, where since August 2023, he has been instrumental in driving operational and technical excellence. Prior to this, Stanley served as an Actuarial Consultant at AIA Insurance in Sri Lanka, a Hong Kong based company, and held the position of Head Actuarial Services at the same company from February 2013 to October 2021. Stanley extensive background also includes managerial positions at Sri Lanka office of Aviva Insurance UK, as well as at Sri Lanka office of Zurich Insurance Switzerland. Stanley's professional studies a Institute and Faculty of Actuaries UK, Chartered Insurance Institute UK, Chartered Institute of Marketing UK along with his academic foundation in Mathematics from the University of Colombo further underlines his analytical acumen and technically sound delivery of services. With a solid track record of success, he continues to be a valuable asset contributing significantly to the organizations he serves.

team Anuruddha Buluwawala

Senior Manager, Risk & Compliance

Anuruddha Buluwawala is the Senior Manager, Risk and Compliance at Nascent Group. Anuruddha brings over 9 years of experience in the regulatory compliance and risk management to Nascent Group. Previously, Anuruddha worked at Horseshoe Group, which was recently acquired by Artex Capital Solutions, for 6 years in various positions, most recently as the Deputy Manager of the Risk and Compliance team. In this role, Anuruddha oversaw the Compliance team in Sri Lanka and provided regulatory compliance services for the Artex businesses in Bermuda, Cayman Islands, US, UK and Ireland, as well as provided regulatory compliance trainings to new employees, existing staff and external clients. Prior to this, Anuruddha worked as a Client Due Diligence (CDD) Analyst for HSBC Singapore Limited. Anuruddha is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), and he has completed the level 03 in Global Financial Compliance, Combatting Financial Crime at the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), UK, Diploma in Fraud Management and Anti Money Laundering at Alison. Anuruddha has recently completed the Service Provider Training (SPT) from the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA).

team Daniel Perez

Vice President Business Development

Daniel Perez takes on the role of Head of Business Development and joins the H2 Group and Nascent Group as a founder. Prior to H2 Group, Daniel led the sales divisions for Janousek & Stampfli, a rowing boat manufacturer, after a rowing career competing at D1 and International levels for the USA National Rowing Team. Mr. Perez has over 4 years of experience in the ILS industry where he has worked in various roles through internships. Daniel graduated from Dartmouth College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

team Bror Muller

Chief Information Officer H2 Group (Sister Company)

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Bror Muller assumes the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO), bringing with him a distinguished career as a reinsurance technology executive, boasting over 25 years of invaluable experience in the field. Mr. Muller's expertise is centered on providing strategic counsel on technology utilization and overseeing the conception, development, and deployment of pivotal strategic assets. His competencies span a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including cloud-based infrastructure, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), global Business Intelligence (BI), Project Management Office (PMO), collaborative tools, and comprehensive end-to-end processes. Mr. Muller earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from the University of Waikato, New Zealand further solidifying his academic foundation in the realm of information technology. With his extensive knowledge and proven track record, Mr. Muller is well-equipped to drive technological innovation and optimize IT strategies, ensuring a prosperous and competitive future for the organization. His dedication to excellence and technological acumen will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success of the organization's IT endeavours.

team Fedor Myagkov

Chief Technology Office H2 Group (Sister Company)

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Fedor Myagkov takes on the role of CTO and joins the H2 Group as a founder. Prior to H2, Fedor was an analyst at UFG Asset Management from 2020-2022, where he oversaw tech divisions of portfolio companies and sourced and analysed new investment opportunities. Prior to UFG, Fedor founded a company providing at home physical therapy resources by utilizing computer vision and machine learning to assist therapists and doctors in a patient’s journey. Fedor ski raced both at the D1 and international level. He graduated with honours from Dartmouth College with a bachelor's degree in computer science and economics.

team Nigel Godfrey

Director Nascent Group

Nigel Godfrey is currently a Director of the Nascent Group of companies and provides the Group with advice on specific client issues. Nigel is an experienced professional with over 35 years of expertise in the Bermuda insurance and reinsurance industry, including the insurance linked securities (ILS) sector. Prior to his appointment as a Director, he held various senior positions in ILS service, captive management and reinsurance company operations. Nigel has expertise in general insurance management, cat bonds, sidecars, transformers and captives, including formation, licensing and management, accounting, and run-off administration. Nigel is an associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (UK) (ACA) and an associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute (UK) (ACII). He holds a BA in Accounting and Finance from Bristol Polytechnic (now University of the West of England).

team Brendan Barry

Nascent Insurance Management Cayman Ltd.

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