Berkshire's BHSI replaces senior healthcare leader in US

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has promoted Austin Elkin to senior care leader, healthcare professional liability in the US.

Elkin takes over the role from Mary Nolan, who is currently overseeing the launch of BHSI’s new senior care primary auto offering, but will retire in September following a 30-year career.

Elkin joined BHSI in 2013 as senior underwriter, healthcare professional liability. He previously served as a large account Underwriter on the healthcare team at Zurich Insurance Group.

“Austin has played a key role in establishing and expanding our healthcare and senior care portfolio, while simultaneously building our loyal customer base. We are excited to elevate him to a leadership role on our growing team,” said Leo Carroll, head of US healthcare, BHSI. “Many thanks to Mary for her numerous contributions to BHSI and to the healthcare industry. Mary has certainly left her mark, and we wish her all the best in her well-deserved retirement.”