Markel grows Asia Pacific team with new role to lead broker engagement

Executive Appointment - Jack Taylor has been appointed as Executive, Distribution Strategies and Business Development, Asia Pacific, based in Singapore [1][2] - The newly created role is part of Markel's strategy to enhance broker engagement in the Asia Pacific region [2] Responsibilities and Strategy - Taylor will lead broker engagement across the Asia Pacific region, working with territory leaders, underwriters, and international teams [2][3] - He will focus on highlighting Markel's specialty value proposition and developing underwriting solutions in the region [3] Industry and Company Background - Markel is a leading global specialty insurer with operations including Markel Specialty, Markel International, Markel Global Reinsurance, State National, and Nephila [5] - The company emphasizes a people-first approach and values deep relationships with colleagues, brokers, and clients [5] Leadership Perspective - Dan Martin, Managing Director of Distribution Strategy and Business Development, highlights Taylor's extensive experience in specialty insurance and broker engagement as a key asset for growth in the region [4] - Christian Stobbs, Asia Pacific Managing Director, notes Taylor's impressive profile in the Singapore market and expects him to strengthen broker partnerships across the region [4] Professional Background - Taylor joins Markel from Zurich Insurance, where he held roles in relationship and business development, as well as senior underwriting, in both London and Singapore [4]