RICHMOND, Va., May 2, 2019 /CNW/ -- Markel Corporation (NYSE:
MKL) announced today that Guenter
Kryszon will be joining the company as Executive
Underwriting Officer for Global Property. Kryszon's appointment is
effective May 13, 2019. Most recently
Kryszon held an executive position at AIG.
In this role, Kryszon will work with the Insurance and
Reinsurance divisions, as well as partner with the Nephila and
State National teams on corporate initiatives to enhance our
property and other first-party portfolios. He will work closely
with the Markel teams on issues and initiatives including climate
change, capacity, growth, portfolio optimization, and overall
results oversight.
"We are pleased and proud to be welcoming Guenter to our team.
Attracting top industry talent is one of our continuing objectives
at Markel, and Guenter brings a wealth of experience and
credibility to our team. His remit includes first-party property
across the organization, across the globe, and across distribution
channels," said Robin Russo, Chief
Underwriting Officer.
Kryszon will report to Russo. Kryszon is a graduate of Georgia
Tech University and will be relocating to work at Markel's
headquarters in Richmond,
Virginia.
About Markel Corporation
Markel Corporation is a
diverse financial holding company serving a variety of niche
markets. The Company's principal business markets and underwrites
specialty insurance products. In each of the Company's businesses,
it seeks to provide quality products and excellent customer service
so that it can be a market leader. The financial goals of the
Company are to earn consistent underwriting and operating profits
and superior investment returns to build shareholder
value. Visit Markel Corporation on the web at
markelcorp.com.
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