Markel appoints head of programs

Markel Specialty has appointed Stephen Leeret to head up and grow
its $700mn program business, the carrier has announced.
Leeret was previously vice president of AIG's subsidiary
Lexington Insurance Company and has been in the market for 26
years, the Markel subsidiary said.
In his new role, the executive will be responsible for leading
the US insurer's delegated authority programs business.
Matt Parker, president of Markel Specialty, said: "Steve is
a well-respected and talented executive, and