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Poland's top insurer PZU dismisses acting CEO Olech

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Posted on January 27, 2025

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GDANSK (Reuters) - Poland's PZU has dismissed CEO Artur Olech, the insurer said on Monday. The company did not provide the reason for the dismissal. Olech was appointed as acting CEO in March,

Poland's top insurer PZU dismisses acting CEO Olech

GDANSK (Reuters) -Poland's PZU has dismissed chief executive Artur Olech, the insurer said on Monday without providing the reason for the move.

Olech was appointed as acting CEO in March, replacing Beata Kozlowska-Chyla, who had been running the country's biggest insurer since March 2020.

The company also appointed Andrzej Klesyk, a member of its supervisory board, to temporarily serve as CEO until a new, permanent chief executive is appointed, it said in a press release.

Klesyk’s tenure as CEO will not exceed three months, PZU said.

(Reporting by Rafal W. Nowak and Marta MaciagEditing by Tomasz Janowski)

Key Takeaways

  • Poland's PZU dismisses acting CEO Artur Olech.
  • Andrzej Klesyk appointed as interim CEO.
  • Olech replaced Beata Kozlowska-Chyla in March.
  • Klesyk's tenure is limited to three months.
  • PZU did not disclose reasons for Olech's dismissal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was dismissed as CEO of PZU?
Poland's PZU has dismissed chief executive Artur Olech.
When was Artur Olech appointed as acting CEO?
Olech was appointed as acting CEO in March, replacing Beata Kozlowska-Chyla.
Who will serve as the temporary CEO of PZU?
Andrzej Klesyk, a member of PZU's supervisory board, will temporarily serve as CEO.
How long will Klesyk serve as CEO?
Klesyk’s tenure as CEO will not exceed three months.
What was the reason for Olech's dismissal?
The insurer did not provide a reason for the dismissal of Artur Olech.

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