Veteran financial services executive brings more than 20 years of experience across risk, strategy, life insurance and asset management.
Aaron Sarfatti
DURHAM, NC, Sept. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aspida Holdings Ltd. (“Aspida”) today announced the appointment of Aaron Sarfatti as Chief Risk Officer. In this role, Sarfatti will lead Aspida’s enterprise risk function, helping strengthen the company’s risk management capabilities and supporting disciplined growth across its retirement and reinsurance businesses.
Sarfatti joins Aspida with more than 20 years of experience across financial services, annuity product development, and asset management, bringing deep expertise in enterprise risk management, corporate strategy, and business growth. Most recently, he served as Chief Strategy Officer of Equitable Holdings, Head of the Institutional Business, and a member of the company’s Management Committee, where he was responsible for identifying and developing new sources of revenue and overseeing institutional growth markets and new ventures. Prior to serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Sarfatti was Chief Risk Officer of Equitable Holdings, helping lead the organization’s risk function through periods of market volatility and uncertainty. He previously served as Head of Strategy for Equitable’s Retirement and Wealth Management businesses.
“Aaron brings a rare combination of deep risk expertise, strategic perspective, and extensive industry experience,” said Lou Hensley, Chief Executive Officer and President of Aspida. “His ability to think broadly about risk while understanding how it connects to strategy and growth makes him an excellent addition to Aspida’s leadership team. As we continue to scale our platform, Aaron’s leadership will be instrumental in ensuring we maintain the disciplined approach that has supported our growth from the beginning.”
Earlier in his career, Sarfatti spent more than a decade with Oliver Wyman, where he was a partner in the firm’s North American Insurance Practice and co-head of its New York office. His experience spans insurance strategy, risk management and financial services transformation, providing him with a broad perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing the industry.
Sarfatti was appointed by the Federal Reserve Board as an inaugural member of its Insurance Policy Advisory Committee in 2018 and later served as Vice Chair. He is also a credentialed actuary.
“I am excited to be part of shaping the next chapter of a firm committed to speed, nimbleness of execution, and leveraging its unique technology platform,” said Sarfatti. “Aspida has built an impressive platform by combining innovation and speed. I look forward to working with the team to further strengthen our risk capabilities and help support the company’s continued growth and long-term success.”
Sarfatti earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree in Computer Science from Princeton University, along with certificates of proficiency in Finance and Public and International Affairs.
About Aspida
Aspida Holdings Ltd. is focused on providing retirement and reinsurance solutions, having operations in the U.S., Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands, with total assets of over $31bn as of March 31, 2026. Aspida’s U.S. platform – Aspida Life Insurance Company – is based in Durham, NC, and focuses on leveraging technology and agility to help clients achieve – and protect – their dreams. Aspida Re, with offices in Hamilton, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands, is focused on providing efficient and secure reinsurance solutions to life and annuity clients globally. Aspida seeks to be a trusted partner in its clients’ financial security while driving its growth by doing good for the communities it serves. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions, and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn.
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CONTACT: Erika Powell Aspida 919-246-3108 [email protected]
