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Palomar links up with Omaha National
27th July 2022
Palomar has gone into a two-year arrangement with Omaha National. Under the partnership, Palomar Specialty Insurance Company (PSIC) will act as the insurer in California to help support Omaha National’s workers compensation product. Omaha National, through its managing general agent, Omaha National Underwriters, will be overseeing the insurance operations including underwriting, ... Read the full article
Omaha appoints Bryan Connolly Chief Operating Officer
23rd June 2022
Omaha National has appointed Bryan Connolly as Chief Operating Officer. Connolly, who co-founded Omaha National in 2016, previously served as Chief Financial Officer. Reagan Pufall, Omaha National President and CEO, said: "As CFO, Bryan led vital initiatives like the authorization of Omaha National Insurance Company, establishing our reinsurance program, creating ... Read the full article
RGAX partners with Mutual of Omaha on blockchain-powered workflows
8th October 2019
RGAX, a subsidiary of Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated, has partnered with primary carrier Mutual of Omaha to explore reinsurance workflows powered by blockchain technology. The parties completed a proof of concept that the allowed them to experiment with the automation of reinsurance transaction using distributed ledger and smart contract technology. The ... Read the full article
Vibhu Sharma appointed CFO and Treasurer of Mutual of Omaha
24th May 2017
Mutual of Omaha has named Vibhu R. Sharma as Executive Vice President (EVP), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Treasurer, replacing David A. Diamond who is leaving the firm after almost twelve years. Sharma joins the firm on June 26th 2017 and will work closely with Diamond, who leaves the firm on July 31st, 2017, ... Read the full article
Hiscox hires Beth Boucher as Independent Non Executive Director
16th May 2023
International specialist insurer Hiscox, has appointed Beth Boucher as Independent Non Executive Director, subject to regulatory approval. Boucher brings over 25 years of industry experience towards the role. Throughout her career, she has led global teams and initiatives across multiple industries. During her time working at numerous firms, such as Fortium Partners, ... Read the full article
Centauri reports Ian losses ran less than halfway up its reinsurance tower
24th October 2022
Jamie Sahara, President of Applied Underwriters, speaking on behalf of its sister company, Centauri, has suggested that the firm continues to stand strong following Hurricane Ian, having run less than halfway up its catastrophe reinsurance tower. Sahara cited the firm's prudent reinsurance approach, as well as staff dedication as a show ... Read the full article
Aon names James Platt Chief Digital Officer and Mindy Simon joins as COO
9th August 2022
Insurance and reinsurance broker Aon has named James Platt as Chief Digital Officer, Mindy Simon is joining the company as Chief Operating Officer (COO), taking over from Platt. Based in London, Platt will be overseeing Digital Client Solutions and will be reporting to Aon President Eric Andersen. In his new role he ... Read the full article
Centauri carriers’ A rating affirmed as Demotech announces revisions
4th August 2022
The Centauri insurance companies, which operate in Hawaii and along many of the coastal states in the U.S., have had their 'A' (Exceptional) rating affirmed by Demotech, a move it says reflects disciplined underwriting and its robust reinsurance program. The anticipated changes to ratings of property insurers with a Florida focus ... Read the full article
Socotra raises $50mn in Series C funding round
17th March 2022
Comprehensive cloud-native insurance core system Socotra has closed a $50 million Series C funding round led by Insight Partners, highlighting the company’s rapid growth and success, with annual recurring revenue (ARR) increasing more than 9.5x over the last three years. The funding will be used to further expand product functionality, broaden ... Read the full article
Berkshire Hathaway adds two to Board of Directors
21st October 2021
Warren Buffett’s insurance and reinsurance entity, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., has announced the additions of both Susan A. Buffett and Christopher C. Davis to its Board of Directors. Susan Buffett currently serves as the Chairperson of the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and also the Chair of the Sherwood Foundation, both of which ... Read the full article
Centauri maintains “A” rating following acquisition by Applied Underwriters
23rd March 2021
The Centauri Specialty and National Insurance Companies have sustained a Financial Stability Rating of "A" (Exceptional) from Demotech following their acquisition by Applied Underwriters. Demotech said its decision followed extensive examinations measuring claims paying ability, financial reserves and overall financial stability. It says the Sarasota-based insurer, with over $200 million in annual ... Read the full article
Applied Underwriters acquires Florida Casualty Insurance Company
16th March 2021
Risk services firm Applied Underwriters has announced the acquisition of Florida Casualty Insurance Company (FCIC), formerly Ashmere Insurance Company. The newly re-branded FCIC is based in Fort Lauderdale and licensed in 41 states. Once approved, the acquisition will form part of Applied Underwriter’s strategy to expand in key US and international markets. "Enterprises ... Read the full article
Aon / WTW deal circled by merger arb & event driven hedge funds
26th February 2021
The Aon and Willis Towers Watson (WTW) deal, which will be the largest insurance and reinsurance broker merger or acquisition in history, is now attracting significant attention from investors in the merger arbitrage and event driven hedge fund space. Just in the last two weeks, we've heard from numerous global investment ... Read the full article
Applied Underwriters expands FL unit
7th January 2021
Applied Underwriters has formed a US based division of its Applied Financial Lines business unit. The division will provide a variety of Directors & Officers coverages in the US under the direction of newly named division President, Stephen McGill. Applied Financial Lines' US operation will be headquartered in New York City. This news ... Read the full article
Marsh & McLennan Agency acquires INSPRO
4th December 2020
Marsh's marketing agency subsidiary, Marsh & McLennan Agency, has acquired INSPRO, an independent agency in Nebraska. INSPRO was first established over 8 years ago and provides business insurance, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance services to individuals, families, and SME’s throughout the region. INSPRO’s 138 colleagues will join MMA and continue to ... Read the full article