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Malaysian Reserve
23-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Amwins Names Molly Shah General Counsel
Donna Hargrove to Serve as Senior Advisor CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amwins, a global distributor of specialty insurance products and services, today announced a planned leadership change within its legal team. Effective January 1, 2026, Deputy General Counsel Molly Shah will step into the role of General Counsel. At the same time, Donna Hargrove will move from her current role as General Counsel into a new position as Senior Advisor. Shah joined Amwins in 2019 and currently serves as Deputy General Counsel, specializing in labor and employment matters. Her role has expanded over the past several years to touch on nearly every aspect of our business. She also serves on Amwins' Diversity & Inclusion Council and as a steering committee member for the Women's Leadership program at Amwins. 'This transition has been in the works for some time, and Molly is an outstanding leader and a natural fit for this role,' said Scott Purviance, CEO, Amwins. 'We couldn't be more confident in her ability to carry the torch. She embodies our values and brings incredible legal knowledge, a thoughtful leadership style, and a clear sense of purpose to our legal team. We are excited about the future under her leadership.' Hargrove joined Amwins in 2008 as the company's general counsel. Her leadership has been instrumental in supporting Amwins' aggressive growth, guiding the firm through numerous transactions, and fostering a culture of sound legal governance. In addition to her role at Amwins, Hargrove actively serves the community through her work on the Board of Directors of the Isabella Santos Foundation, a nonprofit focused on advancing treatment for rare pediatric cancers. 'Donna has been a key part of our story and her impact on Amwins is immeasurable,' Purviance added. 'She's been a trusted partner to leadership and has helped support our firm during a period of extraordinary expansion. We are grateful for her continued counsel and proud to see her take on a new chapter as Senior Advisor.' As part of the transition, Hargrove will remain actively involved throughout 2026, offering guidance and continuity as Shah assumes leadership, ensuring a seamless handoff and continued momentum. About AmwinsAmwins is the largest independent wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products in the U.S., dedicated to serving retail insurance agents by providing property and casualty products, specialty group benefits, and administrative services. Based in Charlotte, N.C., the company operates through more than 138 offices globally and handles premium placements in excess of $44.5 billion annually. For more information, visit For further information contact:AmwinsLisa KuszmarTelephone: 704.749.2780Email: Photo – Photo – Logo – View original content:
Times of Oman
02-06-2025
- General
- Times of Oman
Dialogue session in Muscat discusses women's leadership empowerment
Muscat: A dialogue session titled "Women's Leadership Empowerment in Decision-Making Positions," was organised by the Ministry of Social Development today in Muscat. The session discussed enhancing societal awareness on the importance of women's participation in electoral councils and highlighting their role in decision-making processes. The session, which included 70 women members of the State Council, Shura Council, municipal councils, government institutions, and Omani Women's Associations, aimed to motivate female leaders to participate effectively and confidently in electoral councils. It also addressed the legal, economic, intellectual, and media enablers for women, alongside reviewing the role of civil society institutions in empowering Omani women and supporting their participation. The first session, titled "Strategies and Success Enablers," covered knowledge empowerment and capacity-building for women in leadership and strategic communication, women's empowerment in the private sector and their pioneering roles, as well as the legal and legislative frameworks supporting their participation in electoral councils and the associated challenges. The second session, titled "The Role of Civil Society Institutions and Media in Promoting Women's Participation in Electoral Councils," analyzed the experience of Omani women in the Shura Council and emphasized the role of civil society institutions and Omani Women's Associations in raising societal awareness of women's participation in the electoral process. The session also reviewed "The Parliamentary Experience in Childhood and Its Role in Leadership Empowerment." It is worth noting that the session aligns with the Ministry's efforts to strengthen women's presence and provide a supportive environment that enables them to contribute effectively to development pathways and decision-making.
