Deon Heymans

Deon Heymans is a Managing Director and US Sales Leader at Marsh's Strategic Risk Consulting Practice, overseeing sales and business development strategies in the US, KSA, and the broader Middle East region.

With over 15 years of experience working worldwide, Deon excels in risk management, strategy, technology, and emerging topics, offering valuable insights to Fortune 500 corporations, government entities, and various industries.

His expertise spans financial services, oil and gas, energy/utilities, mining, telecommunications, media, entertainment, and hospitality sectors, advocating for tailored solutions at the convergence of risk, strategy, and people.

Deon's leadership extends to developing strategic initiatives for growth and innovation while maintaining a client-centric focus and fostering collaboration with partners to drive success.

He is an accomplished speaker at conferences, engaging with industry leaders on evolving risks, hidden trends, and the transformative potential of risk.

Deon's academic background includes studies in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Information Technology, and Governance at various prestigious institutions such as the University of South Africa, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg Stock Exchange, University of Pretoria, Harvard Business School, and ISACA.

Previously, Deon held positions at PwC as Director and Senior Manager Risk Advisory Services, as well as Strategic Advisor at Strategic Risk Solutions, adding rich experience to his current role at Marsh.