Zurich Insurance Group AG announced the appointment of Ulrich F. Zwygart (59, Swiss citizen) to the newly created position of Chief Learning Officer, effective January 1, 2013. In his new role, Mr. Zwygart will be responsible for the delivery of learning and development solutions that reflect business needs and strategies. He will report to the Group Head of Human Resources Thomas J. White.

Ulrich F. Zwygart joins Zurich from Deutsche Bank, London where he has held the position of global head training and communications for risk since 2008.