XS Brokers creates new Burns-led cyber division

Independent insurance underwriting and wholesale brokerage group XS Brokers (XSB) has created a new product division for cyber liability to be led by senior vice president Scott Burns.

Burns joined XSB in 2018 as a cyber liability specialist.

In his new role, he will be fully responsible for the division's growth strategy, including expanding sales and ongoing collaborations with key carrier and retail partners.

"At XS Brokers, it is crucial that we stay ahead of the evolving needs of our retail clients. Cyber Liability has emerged as one of the fastest-growing lines of coverage in recent years,” said XSB president Eric Wirkus.