
By Isha Marathe
June 30 - (The Insurer) - Lockton has appointed Sarah Downey to U.S. professional and executive risk leader, succeeding Devin Beresheim, who was appointed the company's U.S. risk solutions leader earlier in 2025.
In her new role, Downey will report to Beresheim.
Most recently, Downey served as Lockton's head of operations for professional and executive risk and as blockchain advisory leader. Before that, she served as Lockton's U.S. claims leader, where she developed and executed the firm's national strategy for complex claims involving D&O and other financial and professional lines.
She has also held roles at Marsh, White & Williams and McKinsey.
"As our clients continue to navigate an increasingly complex risk landscape, we remain committed to putting leaders in place to guide our teams and deliver exceptional results for our clients," said Tim Ryan, Lockton's U.S. president.
"Sarah has a deep understanding of the needs of our associates, clients and carrier partners."