Admiral’s Distel: Cannabis Coverage Poised to Move From Niche to Mainstream

Keith Distel, vice president, Admiral Insurance Group, said possible federal changes could launch the cannabis market far beyond its present state of 20 carriers writing $100 million-plus in premium. Watch the AM Best TV video from the 2021 WSIA Annual Marketplace to learn more about the cannabis industry.

Admiral’s Gabay: E&S Sector on the Precipice of Underwriting Change

Nir Gabay, senior vice president, underwriting professional liability, Admiral Insurance, said artificial intelligence and other tech are moving underwriters to a greater emphasis on decision-making. Watch the AM Best TV video from the 2021 WSIA Annual Marketplace to learn more about Excess and Surplus Lines.  

Admiral’s Ferrell: MPLI Clients Experiencing Rapid Expansion of Services

Greg Ferrell, vice president, professional liability, Admiral Insurance, said the health marketplace is encouraging growth and aggregation for insureds. Watch the AM Best TV video from the 2021 WSIA Annual Marketplace to learn more about Medical Professional Liability.  

A&E Webinar: Contracts – The Good, Bad & Ugly

Admiral Insurance Group sponsored a free, 45-minute on-demand webinar delivered by SmartRisk, an industry-leading risk management consultancy for the design and construction industry.

W. R. Berkley Corporation Names Daniel Smyrl President of Admiral Insurance Group

W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) today announced the appointment of Daniel Smyrl as president of Admiral Insurance Group (Admiral). He succeeds Curtis E. Fletcher, who has been named chairman of Admiral. The appointments are effective immediately. Mr. Smyrl joined Admiral in 2002 and most recently served as executive vice president of underwriting. He has nearly […]

Keith Distel panelist at Business Insurance Hemp & Cannabis Conference

Admiral’s Keith Distel was a panelist for the Business Insurance Hemp & Cannabis Conference on October 14th for the session: “Insuring Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids”, joined by panelists John Deneen of AmWINS and Mike Peters of PL Risk Advisors.

Keith Distel panelist at Insurance Journal Insuring Cannabis Summit

Keith Distel was a panelist for the Insurance Journal Insuring Cannabis Summit on October 14th for the kick-off session: “Cannabis Insurance Intelligence: The Essentials and Beyond”, moderated by Charles Pyfrom of Cannagen Insurance Services and joined by fellow panelists Alan Devey of Lockton Companies, Erich Schutz of Jencap Specialty Insurance Services, with an intro from […]

Keith Distel panelist at Business Insurance Hemp & Cannabis Conference

Admiral’s Keith Distel was a panelist for the Business Insurance Hemp & Cannabis Conference on October 13th for the session: “Cannabis Insurance Products – An Update on the Market”, moderated by Norm Ives of Amwins and joined by fellow panelists Stephanie Bozzuto of Cannabis Connect Insurance Services and Charles Pyfrom of CannGen Insurance Services.

Admiral Insurance Group Names Bob Mescher Senior Vice President, Casualty and Ryan Shroyer Vice President, Casualty

Admiral Insurance Group, a Berkley Company, today announced the promotion of Bob Mescher to Senior Vice President, Casualty, after leading the Mount Laurel Casualty team since 2015. Ryan Shroyer has been promoted to Vice President, Casualty, filling Mescher’s previous role in Mount Laurel.

Admiral Insurance Group Hires Robert Price, CPA as Senior Vice President, Operations

Admiral Insurance Group, a Berkley Company, today announced the appointment of Robert Price, CPA as Senior Vice President, Operations.

In this role, Mr. Price will work as a strategic partner to Admiral Insurance Group’s president and its senior leadership team, with responsibility for driving the organization’s overall vision, operating strategy, and innovation.