Best Doctors Insurance has appointed Sheldon Kenton (pictured) as CEO.
Kenton’s most recent role was as group CEO of Global Benefits Group (GBG) which he stepped down from in May.
At the start of the year GBG Insurance Limited entered into administration, although the wider GBG group was unaffected by the move.
Kenton’s near 30-year career in the sector began at Cigna Global Health Benefits, where his roles included managing director for EMEA and subsequently chief commercial officer.
After that he joined Bupa Global where became president and CEO of GeoBlue, ahead of joining GBG in spring 2022.
Best Doctors Insurance offers insurance products in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada and claims more than 125,000 members.
It works with medical specialists from across the globe, selected from a database of more than 53,000 physicians in 450 specialties and sub-specialties throughout 40 countries.
Driving force
Best Doctors Insurance said it was “thrilled” to announce Kenton’s appointment.
“Sheldon has been a driving force in the IPMI and cross-border medical segment for nearly 30 years,” the insurer said.
“He began his journey in this segment at Cigna Global, where he dedicated 19 years, before taking the helm as CEO of Bupa Global and GeoBlue, the Bupa and Blue Cross Blue Shield joint venture in the US.”
It noted that during his time at Cigna Global, Sheldon led the expansion from the US into Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
“At Bupa Global, he gained valuable insights into the Latin American market while overseeing Bupa Global Latin America,” it continued.
“In late 2022, Sheldon brought his expertise to GBG as Group CEO”
The insurer added that Kenton’s “vast experience in driving growth, fostering innovation, and leading teams across different regions positions him perfectly to guide Best Doctors Insurance into its next chapter.”
“We are confident that his vision and deep industry knowledge will inspire continued success for our company,” it concluded.