FGI Worldwide, a global company in the commercial finance industry, hired Janelle Foy as director, FGI Risk. Based in Atlanta, Foy will focus on developing relationships and new business opportunities in the southeastern United States for FGI’s credit insurance brokerage and risk advisory division.
“Janelle is known throughout the industry for her credit insurance expertise and commitment to helping businesses safely grow,” Sami Altaher, president of FGI, said. “We are proud to have her join our team of leading risk mitigation experts, leveraging her nearly two decades of experience to expand FGI Risk’s efforts in supporting businesses and lenders in the Southeast.”
Foy joins Tessa Payne, managing director of FGI Finance, in the region to assist clients in meeting their goals through financing, risk mitigation and data management.
“I am thrilled to join FGI Risk and contribute to a firm that values strong partnerships and delivering protection in today’s complex credit landscape,” Foy said. “Trade credit insurance is an increasingly vital tool for businesses, and I look forward to supporting our clients by structuring policies that safeguard receivables and drive success.”
Prior to joining FGI, Foy spent 18 years with Allianz Trade as a senior agent, providing trade risk solutions in the Southeast region. Originally from Atlanta, Foy received a B.A. in marketing from Auburn University and is active in the lending community, serving on the board of the Secured Finance Network Atlanta Chapter.
