Kaj Samsom has been appointed commissioner of the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation (DFR), which includes the Captive Insurance Division.
Deputy commissioner Sandy Bigglestone had been serving as acting commissioner until Samsom’s appointment.
Samsom has more than 14 years of experience in state government, including various positions at the DFR, and recently served as chief auditor at the National Life Group.
“Kaj is a proven leader who brings a unique perspective having served in both the private and public sectors,” said Governor Phil Scott.
“He was a valuable member of my team in my first few years as Governor and I’m appreciative of his willingness to return to public service as Commissioner.”
Bigglestone said she has every confidence that Samsom will make an immediate and lasting impact in his new role.
“I look forward to working together as we continue advancing our shared goals and serving the captive insurance community with integrity and innovation,” she said.
Vermont is one of the oldest and most successful domiciles in the world, and issued 41 new captive licenses in 2024, taking its total to 683 licensed captives at the end of the year.