Marsh today announced it had appointed Doug Dundas as its Global Head of Marketing and Communications.  Based in New York, he will report to Peter Zaffino, President & CEO of Marsh, Inc. 

Mr. Dundas joins Marsh from Doug Dundas Communications, a boutique consultancy he launched in late 2007 specializing in the unique communications needs of financial services firms that serve institutional and high-net-worth clients.  Prior to this, Mr. Dundas was managing director, head of investment marketing and communications for Citigroup’s Global Wealth Management sector, having previously served as global head of investment research and communications at The Citigroup Private Bank. 

Mr. Dundas came to Citigroup from Goldman Sachs, having previously worked at McGraw-Hill, Time Inc. and ABC News. 

Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Zaffino said: “Doug is a very well-regarded professional who will bring a strong, strategic focus to Marsh’s global marketing and communications activities.  With his extensive background in senior positions across the financial services sector, he will be an asset as we continue to develop innovative solutions that meet our clients’ rapidly evolving needs.” 

Mr. Dundas added: “Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of working at some of the best firms in their respective industries.  Marsh, a clear leader in risk management and insurance brokerage, is right in line with that trend.  I am excited to become part of another elite firm, and look forward to working with Marsh’s world-class marketing and communications professionals to deliver the very best solutions, advice and experience to our clients.”