Markel Corporation has elected Thomas Gayner and Richard Whitt III, both chief executive officers of the company, to its board of directors.
Alan Kirshner, chairman of the board, commented: “The board welcomes Tom and Richie to the board of directors. The corporation will benefit greatly from their participation on the Board as members bringing with them a wealth of knowledge and experience as well as strategic insight and foresight into opportunities that lie ahead.”
The board also appointed Michael Crowley, president of the corporation, to the position of vice chairman.
Kirshner added: “This title honours the significant contributions Mike has made to Markel’s success and recognizes the key role he will continue to play in managing the organization along with Tom and Richie.”