Yelena La Forgia Named Woman to Watch

We are delighted to announce that Yelena La Forgia, Chief Financial Officer Aspen Insurance and U.S., has been named a 2024 Business Insurance Woman to Watch. The program, in its 18th year, aims to recognize outstanding female leaders within the insurance industry.  

Upon receiving the recognition, Yelena said “I am honored to be named one of Business Insurance 2024 Women to Watch.  For me, this is not only a recognition of personal and professional achievement but also a reflection of the collective strength and potential of female leaders who are reshaping the insurance industry.  Each woman who rises in leadership inspires others to follow and feel empowered, driving unique perspectives, embracing empathy, and creating a more resilient, inclusive, and equitable environment.” 

Bruce Eisler, CEO U.S. & CUO Insurance said ” years have evidenced a truly remarkable turnaround story for Aspen.  Key to this transformation have been materially stronger financial performance and dramatically improved culture focused on collaboration.  Perhaps less visible has been the immense contributions made by the support and functional areas of the business – this is exemplified by Yelena La Forgia who joined Aspen in mid-2023 as Insurance and U.S. CFO.   

In a relatively short period of time, Yelena has made an enormous impact to Aspen, through her extraordinary efforts and vison, her wisdom beyond her years, her expertise, authenticity and true leadership by example, her professionalism, energy and pragmatic approach – all of which are tremendous assets to Aspen. Yelena actively lives our values of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration and in this regard seeks out opportunities to give back and help those around her.  I commend her on her positive impact on Aspen, and our communities – and believe she has the drive and potential to raise the standards and expectations of our entire industry.” 

Read Yelena’s recently published Q&A profile.