Liberty International Underwriters hires Crum & Forster exec as SVP

Liberty International Underwriters (LIU), part of Liberty Mutual Insurance, has appointed Diana Cossetti as senior vice president (SVP) of LIU’s US casualty operation – a newly created underwriting leadership role overseeing primary casualty, excess casualty, environmental, railroad and crisis management.

Cossetti will be based in New York and report directly to Michael Finnegan, LIU’s chief underwriting officer for US operations. She brings more than 28 years of insurance industry experience to LIU, including the last 14 years in senior executive positions with Crum & Forster, most recently as SVP.

Working in nearly every aspect of the business, LIU said Cossetti’s extensive background in both retail and wholesale markets will foster greater collaboration among its casualty offerings and enhance our position with the market in these segments.

“Diana’s breadth of experience made her the perfect choice to lead our multi-line US casualty team,” said Finnegan.

“Her deep market knowledge and strong producer relationships will help us develop innovative coverage solutions and easier ways for brokers and agents to engage us, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of their clients.”

Cossetti added:  “The reputation of LIU and its underwriters as specialty lines market leaders drew me to the company.

“I am excited to work with the team to drive greater innovation and develop product strategies that will continue to deliver excellence on all fronts, including improved broker access.”