24 July 2017Insurance

Brooks Insurance hires new vice president to expand markets

Brooks Insurance Agency, the wholesale division of US-based Venbrook Specialty Services, has appointed Ben Hoover as vice president and broker to expand its offerings nationally.

Hoover joins Brooks from Risk Placement Services where he served as regional marketing manager.

"We are excited to have Ben on board as we work to expand our markets," said David Rosen, president of Brooks Insurance Agency. "With his background and knowledge, he is sure to be an asset in driving new business and business development."

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