Craig Birch

Craig Birch, MSM, is a highly experienced aerospace professional currently serving as Vice President and Partner for the Global Space Practice at Gallagher, a role initiated in October 2025. With over 20 years in the aerospace industry, Birch's career encompasses significant positions at Alliant Insurance Services, where responsibilities included leading an aviation account executive team, and Brown & Brown, where a growth rate of 67% in the aviation portfolio was achieved. Previous roles include senior underwriter and branch manager at AIG, where a notable 47% growth in the Chicago branch was accomplished, along with experience as a professional pilot and flight instructor. Birch holds a Master’s degree in Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Administration from Western Michigan University.