John Doyle on insurance regulation
From Marsh CEO John Doyle on WEF Global Risks Report, company rebrand · · CNBC Television
“I do think in a different system we could attract more capital to that marketplace; there are risktakers, investors and insurance companies that are willing to finance these risks, but it's not just rates — we also need appropriate building codes and technologies so risks can be managed effectively.”
On , John Doyle, President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., spoke about insurance regulation during Marsh CEO John Doyle on WEF Global Risks Report, company rebrand on CNBC Television.
About John Doyle
In January 2026, John Doyle announced a rebrand of Marsh McLennan, consolidating its businesses—including Guy Carpenter and Mercer—under the expanded Marsh name. He described the move as an opportunity to better serve clients in an increasingly complex and volatile world. Discussing global risks, Doyle identified geopolitical disruption, climate risk, and the adverse outcomes of AI technology as top concerns. He noted that AI-related risks, including heightened cyber threats and the potential for deepfakes to create market disruptions, are not receiving enough attention. Doyle stated that he does not see AI replacing insurance brokers, but said Marsh is investing in AI to improve customer service and data analysis. In a separate interview, Doyle cited geopolitical risk and climate risk as the most existential challenges for businesses over the next century. He expressed optimism about the potential of large language models and healthcare technology to transform business models and improve the economy. Doyle emphasized the importance of maintaining connected global trading relationships for wealth creation and national security, and described effective leadership as connecting talent to an organization’s purpose.