This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Markel International and Gallagher Re.
A summary of these new hires follows here.
Markel Int’l Promotes McCarthy as MD of Marine, Energy and Construction Division in London
Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc., announced the appointment of Dan McCarthy as managing director of its newly structured Marine, Energy and Construction division in its London market business.
The appointment forms part of Markel International’s continued evolution of its London market business, creating a clearer, more scalable marine, energy and construction structure that supports sustainable growth and makes it easier for brokers to access specialist underwriting expertise.
In his new role, McCarthy will lead the Marine, Energy and Construction division, with responsibility for shaping underwriting strategy, driving disciplined portfolio performance and strengthening broker and client relationships across highly specialized markets. He will also focus on giving brokers clearer points of contact, more consistent decision-making and stronger alignment across related specialty lines.
The division will comprise four specialist teams:
- Marine & Transportation
- Cargo & Cargo War, Fine Art and Specie
- Energy & Power
- Construction & Engineering.
Within Marine & Transportation, the new structure will bring together closely connected classes including hull & hull war, MECO (formally known as Michael Else and Co.), marine & energy liabilities, and transport & logistics, helping brokers access connected expertise and identify opportunities across the wider marine and transportation portfolio.
Overall, this structure has been designed to create clearer accountability, enhance ease of trading and enable the division’s people and the business to grow further over the coming years.
McCarthy brings nearly 30 years’ experience in global marine insurance, with deep technical underwriting expertise and a strong track record of delivering profitable growth across complex portfolios. He most recently served as director of Marine at Markel International, where he led the division across London and the US, rebuilding key product lines and strengthening its market presence.
Throughout his career, McCarthy has demonstrated a consistent ability to shape underwriting strategy, build strong broker and client relationships, and develop high-performing teams, while championing innovation and continuous improvement across the business.
Under his leadership, the division will focus on strengthening product leadership, investing in technology, talent and partnerships to drive long-term value. The business is targeting significant profitable growth over the next five years, underpinned by disciplined underwriting and a continued focus on being a responsive, technically led market for complex marine, energy, power, construction and engineering risks.
“Dan is a highly respected leader with deep market expertise and a proven ability to deliver disciplined, profitable performance across complex international portfolios,” commented Rohan Davies, managing director – London Market. “His leadership will be critical as we bring together our marine, energy and construction capabilities into a more focused and scalable structure. This new division enhances how we serve our brokers and clients, while positioning us strongly for the next phase of growth.”
Davies said the new structure has distinct product teams and clear leadership, making it easier for broker partners “to reach the right decision-makers and access joined-up solutions for complex and evolving risks.”
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Gallagher Re Names Key Leaders of Programs Solutions Team
Gallagher Re, the London-based global reinsurance broking and advisory firm and subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher, announced a group of new leadership appointments in its Program Solutions team.
Andrew Moss, the current head of Global Programs, has become global chair of Program Solutions, focusing on driving growth and advancing strategic initiatives.
Geoffrey Lubert, currently president, Gallagher Re North America, has assumed the role of global head of Program Solutions. Lubert will continue to serve as part of the North America Executive Team alongside his new role.
Matthew Muir, formerly managing director at Gallagher Re, is now head of UK Program Solutions.
In addition, Managing Director Matt Knowles-Rolfe has taken on the role of UK lead for International Production, while Tom Regan, formerly head of P&C Programmes, Reinsurance, has become UK lead for North American Production.
Managing Director Donald Alcorn will serve as co-chair of UK Program Solutions, alongside Matt FitzGerald, who is already in this role.
Elsewhere, International President Alkis Tsimaratos has taken on the role of head of International Programs Solutions in addition to his existing responsibilities.
“These changes reflect the tremendous growth and strategic importance of program solutions to our business,” Moss commented.
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