David Jacob
CEO, Marsh McLennan Asia
David is the CEO of Marsh McLennan Asia, the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. An inspiring leader and industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, David overseas the strategy and operational objectives of Marsh McLennan Asia, and is accountable for the overall Marsh and Mercer results in Asia.
Prior to his current role, David served as CEO of Marsh Asia responsible for insurance broking, risk management and advisory services across 12 countries in Asia, the world’s fastest-growing economic region. He has led the business in Asia to outstanding growth, expanded into key industries with advisory services, grew the region’s colleague base, and harnessed the collective strength of Marsh McLennan to deliver greater impact with our clients, colleagues, and communities.
David began his career in 1990 with Marsh in New York, and has held CEO and leadership positions in Marsh Philippines, Hong Kong and Asia, before being named CEO of Marsh Asia in September 2016. He assumed the role of Marsh McLennan Asia CEO in March 2023.
David is a graduate from the University of Arizona.