Ed Ashby

Ed was appointed Chief Executive Officer of DUAL North America in March 2026. He is responsible for the strategic growth of the business, including the development of carrier and broker partnerships, expanded product offerings, and innovative new capacity solutions. Having started his career in the UK, Ed now has more three decades of US market experience and has particular expertise surrounding specialty underwriting and building distribution-led businesses. Before joining DUAL North America, Ed was Chief Commercial Officer for AXIS, and prior to that he held leadership roles at QBE, including Head of Global Distribution, North America, and Head of Credit and Surety. Ed graduated from Loughborough University with degrees in Politics & Social Psychology and Political Science & Government. He has also completed the Executive Management Leadership Program at The Wharton School.