Lola Suarez is a Strategic Relationship Manager at Roanoke Insurance Group, a subsidiary of Munich Re Specialty Group. She is widely recognized for her ability to bridge operational complexity, technical risk, and human relationships, serving as a strategic advisor to brokers and commercial clients navigating the evolving global trade landscape.

With a leadership approach grounded in both innovation and accountability, Lola specializes in structuring and optimizing complex insurance programs, helping organizations align risk strategy with business priorities while strengthening long-term, trust-based partnerships. She is known for her ability to bring clarity to ambiguity, facilitate stakeholder alignment, and successfully place sophisticated and challenging risks.

Lola’s experience includes oversight of diverse commercial portfolios spanning logistics & transportation, property & casualty, and specialized surety programs, with a reach that extends across North America and international markets. Her work reflects a deep understanding of cross-border operations and the interconnected nature of modern supply chains.
A strong advocate for the future of the industry, Lola champions a balanced approach to transformation, leveraging digital innovation and advanced systems while preserving the human insight and relationship-driven engagement that remain critical to effective risk management.

Beyond her role, Lola is an active contributor to the international trade community. She is engaged with the Chicago Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association (CCBFA), supporting initiatives across education, public relations, and industry development, and is involved with the International Air Cargo Association of Chicago, where she supports advocacy and community engagement within the logistics sector.