Everest Re poaches Marsh USA MD

Everest Insurance, a subsidiary of Everest Re Group, has appointed Matt Murray as regional leader, marketing and distribution for the east region, based in its New York City office.

Murray has over 25 years of experience working at Marsh USA, having most recently served as managing director (MD) and global risk management client executive, based in New York.

He began his career at Marsh as a risk management a casualty broker before transitioning into a client executive role.

Dane Lopes, Head of Sales and Distribution at Everest Insurance, commented: “Matt Murray is a key addition to our Distribution Management team. Matt is a highly regarded figure in the industry with outstanding client relationships and significant experience working with multinational clients with complex global risk management programs.

“Matt will bring a strong voice of advocacy for Everest Insurance to the broader brokerage and client community, and his extensive experience in client management will prove invaluable to Everest as we look to continue to strengthen our relationships with key trading partners and insureds.

“Adding Matt to our already well established team goes a long way towards our ongoing effort to continue to build a world class distribution platform that will serve to strengthen the Everest brand and support profitable top line growth.”