Dominic Addesso to remain as Everest Re’s CEO until 2019

Bermuda-based Everest Re Group has extended the employment agreement of president and chief executive officer Dominic Addesso to December 31, 2019.

Addesso joined Everest in 2009 as executive vice president and chief financial officer, and was appointed president in June 2011. He became the chief executive officer upon the retirement of Joseph Taranto at the end of 2013.

Prior to joining Everest, Addesso was the president of regional markets for Munich Re America.

"I am honored to have been asked to continue my role as president and CEO of Everest," Addesso said. "With the support of our very strong executive team and Board, I look forward to continuing to build on the vision and strategy that drives Everest’s success."

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