Ronald McDonald House New York Re-Elects Steven J. Bensinger as Chairman of Board of Directors

Industry leader expands long-standing role with RMH-NY to support families battling pediatric cancer and other serious illnesses

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ronald McDonald House New York (RMH-NY) today announced the re-election of Steven J. Bensinger, Senior Advisor at Howden Re, as Chairman of the organization’s Board of Directors.

Steve has been a dedicated civic leader and steadfast supporter of RMH-NY for more than two decades. He previously served as Chairman of the Board playing a critical role in leading the House during the pandemic, spearheaded major events and committees, and most recently held the roles of Chairman Emeritus and Chairman Elect. In 2023, he was honored with RMH-NY’s inaugural Pinnacle of Vision Award for his extraordinary service and leadership. Steve succeeds James F. Flanagan, former Chief operating officer, vice chairman & US managing partner for PwC, who served as Chairman over the past two years.

“Steve is a tremendous leader, and we are honored to have him rejoin as Chairman,” said Dr. Ruth C. Browne, President and CEO of Ronald McDonald House New York. “Through his trusted partnership and unwavering commitment to our mission, Ronald McDonald House New York has advanced health equity, created spaces to meet families’ evolving needs, and transformed countless lives. As Chairman, Steve’s strategic expertise will continue to strengthen our organization’s future by expanding critical support and services for families battling pediatric cancer and other serious illnesses. We also extend our deepest thanks to Jim for his outstanding leadership over the past two years, during which we opened new Family Rooms at NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan’s Pediatric Clinic and the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, launched a transformative renovation project at our House, and celebrated several other milestones in our organization’s history.”

With more than 45 years of executive leadership across the insurance and reinsurance sectors, Steve brings deep expertise to some of the industry’s most impactful organizations. As Senior Advisor at Howden Re and an independent board member for five leading insurance companies—including Ariel Re Holdings, Accredited Insurance, Clearcover Insurance, Kinsale Capital Group, and The Doctors Company—Steve continues to shape the field’s strategy and performance.

Steve’s distinguished career includes top roles at AIG, The Hanover Insurance Group, FTI Consulting, and more, where he led major initiatives in strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, crisis management, and financial transformation. His guidance has been instrumental in driving organic growth, operational turnaround, and long-term enterprise value.

Beyond RMH-NY, Steve also serves on the boards of the Reinsurance Association of America and the Insurance Federation of New York, helping to steer the broader industry with insight, integrity, and impact.

RMH-NY supports families from NYC, across the U.S. and around the world in the fight against pediatric cancer and other serious pediatric illnesses through its House on East 73rd Street in Manhattan as well as in partnering NYC hospitals.

About Ronald McDonald House New York

Located on East 73rd Street in New York, Ronald McDonald House New York (RMH-NY) is New York City’s House. The organization provides temporary housing for children with pediatric cancer and other serious illnesses and their families in a strong, supportive and caring environment that encourages and nurtures the development of child-to-child and parent-to-parent support systems. RMH-NY has served more than 59,000 families throughout all five boroughs of New York City, across the U.S. and around the world, and approximately 40% of families are international. Its 11-story, 79,000 square-foot House features 95 guestrooms – including six post-transplant suites – four full guest kitchens, laundry facilities, two outdoor terraces, private libraries, a dining room, living room and more. At the House, families are welcomed with love and comfort, and lifelong friendships are formed among people who understand what it’s like to cope with devastating diagnoses. RMH-NY’s programs help to provide families a sense of normalcy, including wellness programs, educational tutors, music, art, transportation, activities for siblings, holiday and birthday parties, specialized support groups and more. The organization’s presence extends well beyond the confines of the House, as RMH-NY is also committed to positively impacting communities across the five boroughs. Through partnerships with 16 of the city’s leading hospitals, RMH-NY provides critical services to families with children with serious illnesses at these hospitals working to address the social determinants of health inequalities faced within the New York City community. For more information, or to learn how to volunteer or donate, please visit rmh-newyork.org