Michael Gawthorne is a Senior Communications Manager at Swiss Re, a position held since March 2012, where responsibilities include leading Corporate Reporting and managing the Annual Report's concept and delivery, as well as driving thought leadership through media relations. Prior roles at Swiss Re include Senior Manager of Media Relations, focusing on quarterly results communication, and Senior Communications Business Partner for the Middle East and Africa, overseeing the communication strategy for the region. Earlier experience includes a role as a Senior Media Relations Manager focused on Life and Health Reinsurance and UK trade media. Michael began professional development as a Researcher at Media Tenor International from March 2008 to September 2011. Michael Gawthorne earned a degree from the University of Wollongong between 1993 and 1997.