We are excited to announce the appointment of Livy Dai as the new CEO of Lockton China, based in Shanghai. Livy brings nearly 30 years of risk management and insurance brokerage experience, along with a wealth of industry insights. His strategic mindset, strong client-centric focus, and collaborative leadership style will empower our colleagues and company in China to unlock growth potential, scale faster in one of the world’s largest and most rapidly evolving economies, and achieve better outcomes for clients, colleagues, partners, and communities. Livy will report directly to Alex Yip,CEO of Lockton Greater China.
Livy joins Lockton following an impressive 29-year career at Aon, where he played a pivotal role in building their presence in China. Starting in 2002 as a founding member of the operations of Aon-COFCO Insurance Brokers Co., Ltd., Livy spearheaded the establishment of the Nanjing office and later expanded the business by successfully launching and managing the additional branch offices across the country. Most recently, he held the position of Deputy General Manager and Head of Key Account Management, further solidifying his leadership and impact within the organization.
Livy’s expertise spans developing long-term business strategies, cultivating strong client relationships, driving innovative solutions, and building high-performing teams. Livy has seamlessly collaborated with regional and global stakeholders throughout his career, helping Chinese businesses expand internationally while ensuring tailored risk management solutions to meet evolving client needs.
In addition to his professional achievements, Livy was recognized as a Shanghai Leading Financial Talent in 2021, a testament to his leadership and impact in the financial services sector. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering.
Alex Yip, CEO of Lockton Greater China, shared his thoughts on Livy’s appointment:“We are excited about Livy joining Lockton as CEO, China to lead and support the growth of this dynamic and fast developing economy. This further enhance our Lockton commitment in attracting top talents. Livy and I will work closely together to ensure that our unique Greater China advantage will continue to benefit our clients and Associates."
Please join us in welcoming Livy Dai to Lockton! We are excited for the expertise, energy, and vision he brings to the team as we continue to expand and strengthen our presence in China.