Berkley E&S Solutions, a new business formed by W. R. Berkley Corporation, will provide surplus lines casualty coverages to middle-market and large accounts through individual wholesale broker appointments. Curtis E. Fletcher has been named president and CEO of the new company, effective immediately.
Robert Berkley, Jr., president and chief executive officer of W. R. Berkley Corporation, commented, “The creation of Berkley E&S Solutions will further expand our presence in the excess and surplus lines segment by establishing a sustainable market for mid-to-large sized, complex risks. The underwriting acumen of Curt and the team he is building will enable the business to deliver exceptional solutions to its clients. Curt is an outstanding and proven leader within our organization who will continue to make extraordinary contributions and we are delighted for him to lead this new team.”
During his more than 35-year career in the insurance industry, Mr. Fletcher has held various executive and leadership positions. He has been with Berkley for 24 years, having joined Admiral Insurance Group in 1998 and serving as its president from 2018 to 2021, when he was named its chairman.