Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc., announced that Jim Hinchley has been named Chief Retail Officer for Markel’s Specialty division. In this role, he will be responsible for leading Markel’s overall retail strategy, driving profitable growth in existing business, and addressing new areas for expanded growth within the retail channel. “We are excited to welcome Jim to Markel to oversee the strategic direction of our retail business,” said Alex Martin, President, Markel Specialty. “Jim’s broad-ranging experience...

Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc., announced Jack Eastwood as Senior Underwriter, Cyber, with immediate effect. His arrival underpins Markel’s commitment to investing in top-tier talent to continue enhancing its product and service offerings and underwriting expertise for broker partners. Eastwood takes up his position as a senior member of Markel’s Cyber & Technology team, where he’ll be responsible for working closely alongside the cyber leadership colleagues to develop and drive the organisation’s cyber...