Markel nabs executive underwriting officer from Chubb

Markel Corporation has hired an underwriting leader from  Chubb to further build its specialty multiline capabilities, focusing on industry verticals.

Kristin Towse has joined as executive underwriting officer for the Markel Specialty division. She will be responsible for leading the products and regulatory services and risk solution services teams.

Towse has direct underwriting experience in professional, casualty, and property lines and brings more than 20 years of broad insurance expertise to Markel Specialty. Prior to joining Markel, she held multiple leadership roles spanning property, casualty, and professional lines at Chubb.

Towse will report to Jane Peterson, chief underwriting officer for Markel Specialty, and is based out of Boston, Massachusetts.

Peterson said: "Kristin's proven track record of developing top tier talent, building strong broker relationships, and leveraging them to grow profitable books of business sets her apart and will contribute positively to Markel Specialty's growth strategies."

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