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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced three promotions within its property leadership team, appointing Ryan Abelli and Chris Lemoine as Co-Heads of Wholesale General Property and naming JP Ahlgren as Senior Vice President, Property.

Abelli and Lemoine step into their new roles following the retirement of Chris Dalby, who spent more than a decade with the company. Greg Freeman, SVP and Head of Property at BHSI, credited the trio with playing a key role in building the insurer’s wholesale general property business and strengthening its national distribution network. He also recognized Dalby’s foundational leadership in establishing the property division from its early days.

Abelli joined BHSI in 2013 and brings 18 years of property underwriting experience, most recently serving as Senior Vice President, Wholesale Property. Lemoine, also hired in 2013, has 19 years of underwriting experience and likewise most recently held the role of Senior Vice President, Wholesale Property. Both are based in Boston.

Ahlgren, who joined BHSI in 2014, has 18 years of property underwriting experience. In his expanded position, he will oversee day-to-day field underwriting operations and report to Abelli. He is also based in Boston.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced the promotion of Kim Schumacher to Head of General Property in Germany, reinforcing its leadership team in the region.

In her new role, Schumacher will oversee BHSI’s general property business in Germany, drawing on nearly 20 years of insurance industry experience. She joined BHSI in 2024 as Senior Property Underwriter and brings extensive expertise in complex property and technical lines risks.

Commenting on the promotion, Andreas Krause, Head of DACH at BHSI, said Schumacher combines strong technical knowledge with a shared commitment to high-quality service for customers and brokers, as well as BHSI’s “Claims is Our Product” philosophy, from underwriting through claims.

Schumacher continues to be based in Hamburg. In Germany, BHSI offers all-risk and technical property insurance, including machinery breakdown and Difference in Conditions/Difference in Limits coverage, as well as specialty property solutions such as terrorism, cyber, contingent business interruption, and BH FastCAT parametric insurance.

© 2026 David Mazor

Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced the promotion of Frederic de Blieck to Country Manager, Belgium, expanding his responsibilities beyond his current role as Head of Executive & Professional (E&P) Lines, Belgium.

“Frederic has demonstrated both the excellent capabilities and strong character we value in our team and our leaders,” said Louis du Ché, Country Manager for France. “His appointment reflects our commitment to building the finest insurance business in Belgium—grounded in strong character, profitable growth, and long-term partnerships with customers and brokers.”

Du Ché praised the team’s efforts in establishing BHSI’s presence in Belgium and highlighted de Blieck’s key role in that expansion.

De Blieck joined BHSI in 2022 as Head of E&P Lines and brings nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, specializing in financial lines. Based in Brussels, he will report to Louis du Ché in his new position as Country Manager for Belgium.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has expanded its global Accident & Health (A&H) offerings with the launch of Group Personal Accident and Business Travel Insurance in the UK. This new initiative strengthens BHSI’s commitment to employee safety and risk management, aligning with the growing global emphasis on workforce wellbeing.

“Employee safety and wellbeing are strategic priorities for companies worldwide, and BHSI is pleased to bring our robust A&H solutions to organizations across the UK,” said Nick Major, Country Manager for BHSI in the UK. “Today’s complex travel landscape demands a holistic and agile approach to risk management – precisely what BHSI delivers.”

The new coverage is designed to address both everyday and emerging risks associated with business travel, offering tailored protection for companies of all sizes in the UK. Key features include real-time risk alerts, traveler tracking, and emergency services through Healix International. Employees covered under the Group Personal Accident policy also gain access to Teladoc Health UK’s virtual services, including 24/7 GP consultations, expert second medical opinions, and mental health support.

Leading the UK A&H product line is Toni LePine, Head of Accident & Health, UK, with Tom Keeble serving as Senior Underwriter, A&H. Both bring extensive experience and a commitment to building strong relationships with brokers and customers across the UK and Europe. The team is based in BHSI’s London office.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has named Anna Spink as Head of Marine, Australasia.

“Anna’s underwriting expertise, strong customer and broker relationships, and proven track record of service underpin our ambition to grow our Ocean and Inland Marine specialty portfolio,” said Mark Lingafelter, President of BHSI, Australasia.

Spink, who joined BHSI in 2018, previously served as National Manager, Corporate Property, in Australia. She brings nearly 35 years of insurance experience across the UK and Australian markets.

In her new role, she will oversee Marine Cargo, Marine Liability, Marine Hull, Pleasure Craft, Plant and Equipment, General Property, and Heavy Motor portfolios. Spink is based in Sydney.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has unveiled a new Management Liability Insurance Policy designed specifically for Life Science, Biotech, and Pharmaceutical (LBP) companies in Australia. The policy addresses the unique risks faced by this fast-growing sector, particularly early-stage and R&D-focused businesses.

“The new LBP Management Liability Policy reflects our commitment to Australia’s thriving life sciences community and our deep understanding of the challenges start-ups face at every stage of their journey,” said Jessica Jefferies, Underwriting Manager at BHSI Australia.

The policy offers enhanced coverage not typically included in standard management liability products. It protects Directors, Officers, and members of Scientific and Medical Advisory Boards, and includes critical features such as coverage for private capital raisings and protection in the event of company insolvency. Importantly, it also offers options to extend coverage to U.S. exposures, acknowledging the common pursuit of FDA approvals by Australian firms.

This launch builds on BHSI’s strong position in the Directors and Officers insurance market for ASX-listed life sciences companies and supports its broader strategy to deliver tailored solutions across the life sciences value chain—from start-up to scale.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced two significant promotions within its Executive & Professional (E&P) Lines division. Shelley Norman has been named U.S. E&P Lines Field Leader, while Brady Head has been appointed E&P Product Lead for North America.

“These promotions reflect Shelley and Brady’s exceptional leadership and their impact on our North American E&P Lines business,” said Anthony Tatulli, Head of Liability, Executive & Professional Lines, North America, BHSI. “They have led our teams in executing strategies that have driven profitable growth, enhanced the customer experience, and strengthened our position as a valued partner to our brokers and customers.”

In her new role, Shelley will collaborate with E&P underwriting teams across the U.S. She brings over 30 years of industry experience and joined BHSI in 2021 as Senior Vice President, Management Liability. She is based in Chicago.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has officially entered the UK Programs market with the appointment of Rob Munden as Head of Programs, UK. This strategic move marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to broaden its reach beyond large enterprises to include small and midsized businesses across the UK and Europe.

“This move further rounds out our capabilities in the UK and Europe, and reflects our long-term strategy to expand our business,” said Mark Walker, Head of National Business, UK, at BHSI. “With Rob at the helm, we look forward to building a robust Programs business.”

In his new role, Munden will lead the development of BHSI’s Programs business in the UK, leveraging the firm’s underwriting strengths in property, casualty, marine, executive and professional lines, and accident and health insurance. He will also support expansion efforts across Europe.

With 30 years of insurance industry experience and deep expertise in the Programs space, Munden brings strong MGA relationships and a proven track record. He most recently served as CEO of a specialist managing general agent and is based in London.

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced several strategic leadership appointments to strengthen its North America casualty operations.

Matt Hale has been named Head of U.S. Casualty Underwriting Operations, where he will lead BHSI’s regional casualty underwriting teams across the U.S. and collaborate with Galan Riley, Head of Casualty, Canada, to align North American strategies. Hale is based in Chicago.

Marcie Stephan steps into the role of Head of Casualty, U.S. Central Region, overseeing all casualty underwriting teams in the Central U.S., excluding construction. She is also based in Chicago.

John Roe takes on the position of Head of North American Construction, where he will lead underwriting for Construction Casualty, Construction Professional Liability, and Homebuilders Liability. He will also support the expansion of construction casualty operations and align U.S. and Canadian strategies alongside Galan Riley. Roe is based in New York.

“BHSI takes great pride in building long-term relationships with our casualty customers and brokers,” said Kathy Reid, Head of Casualty, North America. “These appointments highlight the strength of our internal talent and our commitment to delivering solutions backed by our ‘CLAIMS IS OUR PRODUCT’ philosophy and financial strength.”

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Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.