Duck Creek Technologies, a provider of software solutions for property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, has announced the appointment of General Daniel Hokanson, USA, Ret. to the company’s board of directors.

Hokanson, a retired 4-Star General, served as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the 29th Chief of the National Guard Bureau. In these roles, he advised the President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council on military matters.

Additionally, he was the Department of Defense’s liaison to the Governors and State Adjutants General.

Leveraging his experience and expertise in guiding organisations through the development and implementation of detailed strategic policy, Hokanson will help Duck Creek navigate the growing challenges of the regulatory landscape.

Michael Jackowski, Chief Executive Officer, Duck Creek Technologies, said: “Dan is an accomplished and decorated leader, and we are excited to have him join the Duck Creek Board of Directors.

“As we continue to expand globally and help insurance companies tackle tough challenges resulting from climate change and increasingly complex regulatory environments, his unique skill set will be instrumental in guiding Duck Creek.”

During his time as Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Hokanson oversaw the Guard’s historic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, civil disturbances, and numerous natural disasters, while simultaneously meeting every global military operations requirement.

He also directed the State Partnership Program of the National Guard and Department of Defense, which has over 100 member countries and frequently conducts engagements with senior government and military leaders globally.

Commenting on his appointment, Hokanson said: “I am honoured to join Duck Creek Technologies’ board of directors. The company’s dedication to innovation and excellence in the insurance industry strongly aligns with my values and experience.

“I look forward to supporting Duck Creek’s mission to shape the future of property and casualty insurance while helping the industry navigate its evolving challenges.”

Hokanson was appointed to Duck Creek’s board through Vista Equity Partners’ external board program, which leverages its ecosystem to identify, train and appoint board candidates for its portfolio companies and the wider corporate world.

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