Michael Thornhill

As president, Specialty, Mike supports in the development of the specialty business — including managing general agents (MGAs), Quebec, Atrens-Counsel, Personal Lines and Select Insurance — while contributing to the strategic growth of Gallagher in Canada as a member of the executive leadership team.

In 2022, Mike took on an additional role as CEO of Gallagher Caribbean. Mike leverages his knowledge of risk management solutions and leadership skills to strategically drive growth of the business across 10 countries in the region. Before his current role, Mike led sales and operations in Eastern Canada as regional president.

With more than 25 years of experience in insurance, Mike has extensive knowledge of risk management and holds Canadian Risk Management (CRM), Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional (FCIP), Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and Canadian Securities Course (CSC) certificates. Mike holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Mount Allison University and an investment management diploma from Nova Scotia Community College. He's worked across various industry segments, most notably with commercial and personal lines and underwriting.