Amwins names Shah as General Counsel, Hargrove transitions to Senior Advisor
- October 15, 2025
- Posted by: Saumya Jain
- Category: Insurance
Amwins, a distributor of specialty insurance products and services, has appointed the current Deputy General Counsel, Molly Shah, as General Counsel effective January 1st, 2026. Simultaneously, Donna Hargrove transitions from her current role as General Counsel into a new position as Senior Advisor.
As part of the transition, Hargrove will remain actively involved with the firm throughout 2026, offering guidance and continuity as Shah assumes leadership, ensuring a seamless handoff and continued momentum.
Shah joined Amwins in 2019 and specialises in labour and employment matters. Her role has expanded over the past several years to oversee nearly every aspect of Amwins’ business.
She also serves on Amwins’ Diversity & Inclusion Council and as a committee member for the Women’s Leadership program at Amwins.
Hargrove joined Amwins in 2008 as Amwins’ General Counsel. Her leadership has been pivotal in supporting the firm’s aggressive growth, guiding the firm through numerous transactions, and fostering a culture of sound legal governance.
Scott Purviance, Chief Executive Officer, Amwins, commented, “This transition has been in the works for some time, and Molly is an outstanding leader and a natural fit for this role. We couldn’t be more confident in her ability to carry the torch. She embodies our values and brings incredible legal knowledge, a thoughtful leadership style, and a clear sense of purpose to our legal team. We are excited about the future under her leadership.”
He added, “Donna has been a key part of our story, and her impact on Amwins is immeasurable. She’s been a trusted partner to leadership and has helped support our firm during a period of extraordinary expansion. We are grateful for her continued counsel and proud to see her take on a new chapter as Senior Advisor.”
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