Falvey Cargo Underwriting recruits underwriter from The Hartford

Marine cargo underwriter Falvey Cargo Underwriting has appointed Kathleen Creedon to its team of underwriters, effective January 13, 2020. Creedon most recently worked with The Hartford.

President and CEO of Falvey Insurance Group Mike Falvey said: "When hiring for this position, I immediately knew I wanted to extend the offer to Kathleen. Not only is she well-known by Falvey, but she will fit into and be a valuable contributor to our team beginning day one. Her years of experience in the industry and underwriting acumen will certainly strengthen our growing book of business."

Creedon will be responsible for managing and developing a profitable cargo insurance portfolio, which includes underwriting management, production, and broker/client-centric strategic initiatives. Creedon is based in Denver, Colorado, and will open Falvey Cargo's newest office in the Denver Tech Center of Greenwood Village, Colorado.

Creedon said: "I've admired Falvey Cargo Underwriting for as long as I've been in the industry. Falvey enjoys the deeply imbedded loyalty of its assureds; its name is synonymous with superb underwriting and unmatched customer service. I am honoured to become part of this team and look forward to contributing to its culture of excellence."

Creedon has more than 24 years of experience in the marine insurance industry, with a track record of underwriting expertise, leadership, and customer service. She began her career as a marine subrogation paralegal. After 12 fulfilling years of subrogation, she made the move to ocean cargo underwriting, where she held various regional underwriting and management roles with Fireman's Fund Insurance Company/Allianz and The Hartford.

Creedon currently serves on the Board of Marine Underwriters of San Francisco (BMUSF). She also served for 10 years on the Association of Marine Underwriters of San Francisco (AMUSF), including two terms as its president.