WR Berkley poaches marine leader from Argo

Property/casualty insurer  WR Berkley Corporation has hired a senior marine practice leader from  Argo Insurance Group.

David Higley has been appointed president of Berkley Fire & Marine.

Higley has more than 30 years of commercial property and casualty insurance experience, including more than 10 years in executive leadership roles in the marine market. He most recently served as senior vice president and head of the marine practice for Argo Insurance Group. Previously, Higley worked at The Hartford, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, and Royal and Sun Alliance.

Robert Berkley, Jr., president and chief executive officer of WR Berkley Corporation, said: "David is a dynamic, results oriented property and casualty insurance executive with a proven track record in delivering underwriting profit and growth. His extensive market relationships and leadership skills will be complementary to the exceptional team at Berkley Fire & Marine and position it well for future opportunities.

" Berkley Fire & Marine is an important component of our business with a bright future and we are confident that Dave will help us build upon its strong foundation. We are pleased to welcome him to our organisation."

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