Canara HSBC Life Insurance appoints Dinesh Tak as Chief Agency Officer

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Canara HSBC Life Insurance appoints Dinesh Tak as Chief Agency Officer, aligning with the company’s strategic focus on establishing and expanding proprietary distribution.

In this role, Dinesh leads the strategic development and scale-up of the agency channel for the organisation. His mandate includes building a robust agency team and unlocking long-term value by offering customers personalized insurance solutions catering to their financial needs. Dinesh reports to Anuj Mathur, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.

Anuj Mathur, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Canara HSBC Life Insurance, said, “We view Agency channel as one of the critical elements in establishing long term customer trust for Canara HSBC Life. Dinesh’s deep understanding of the insurance landscape, his strategic acumen, and his ability to inspire high-performing teams make him a strong addition to our leadership team.

“We are excited to have him on board as we build a future-ready agency model that caters to the diverse needs of the modern, financially aware consumer of today and unlocks the next phase of growth for the company,” Mathur said.

Dinesh Tak, Chief Agency Officer, Canara HSBC Life Insurance said, “I am very excited to join Canara HSBC Life Insurance at a time when the industry is undergoing deep transformation and renewed regulatory momentum.

“The agency business presents an opportunity to further expand the access of protection, savings, and retirement products in every corner of India. I look forward to cultivating an agile and customer-first agency network that enhances how we deliver value and create lasting impact,” Tak said.

With over 23 years of experience in sales and distribution in the insurance sector, Dinesh has previously worked with organizations like ICICI Prudential Life Insurance and Axis Max Life Insurance. He brings a proven track record of scaling complex businesses, driving channel productivity, and building strong partner ecosystems.

Dinesh holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from IMT Ghaziabad and is regarded as a collaborative and goal-oriented leader who has delivered business outcomes across diverse geographies and teams.