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  State National Companies is a leading provider of niche property and casualty insurance and services operating in two distinct business segments. The Program Services division bridges distribution and capacity in specialty insurance segments. The Lender Services division provides an array of portfolio protection solutions and industry leading technology to enable lenders to manage their risk.
  
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Markel Corp

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Markel is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, and investment operations around the world. Get information on our structure, operations, leadership, history, financials, and more.

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4521 Highwoods Parkway

Glen Allen, VA 23060

+1-800-446-6671 (toll free)

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Markel Specialty includes all of Markel’s insurance operations in the US and international teams in Bermuda, Dublin, and London. We underwrite a wide range of risks for large corporations, small businesses, not-for-profits, and individuals.

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International
International

Markel International writes insurance and facultative reinsurance business across the UK, Europe, Canada, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.

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Global Reinsurance
Global Reinsurance

Markel Global Reinsurance writes reinsurance treaties on a quota share and excess of loss basis.

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Nephila
Nephila

Nephila is a leading investment manager specializing in reinsurance, weather risk transfer, and ESG-driven business. Nephila offers a broad range of investment products focusing on instruments such as insurance-linked securities, catastrophe bonds, insurance swaps, and weather derivatives.

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State National
State National

State National Companies is a leading provider of niche property and casualty insurance and services operating in two distinct business segments. The Program Services division bridges distribution and capacity in specialty insurance segments. The Lender Services division provides an array of portfolio protection solutions and industry leading technology to enable lenders to manage their risk.

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Markel Ventures
Markel Ventures

Markel Ventures owns and operates a family of companies outside the insurance industry.

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During these unsettled times, we are so grateful for those on the front lines. Much appreciation to the people – nurses and doctors, truck drivers and sanitation workers, first responders, utility and grocery store employees, and countless volunteers – who are providing care for the sick and essential services for everyone. On behalf of all of us here at Markel, thanks for everything you do.

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Feb
02 Markel reports 2020 financial results

Jan
27 Markel announces conference call date and time

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22 Long-Term investing with Tom Gayner podcast

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Markel's 2020 letter to shareholders now available

"Serving others works forever. The mindset of service drives a durable flywheel that attracts people, capital, and businesses."

— 2020 letter to shareholders

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Markel insights

To improve diversity, the insurance industry needs to demonstrate its dynamism

By expanding our horizons on recruiting and branding, we can foster a more innovative, dynamic industry.

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Potential pitfalls for distributors of foreign-manufactured products

Protection against lawsuits arising out of product defects can be minimal or nonexistent when the manufacturer and its insurer are located outside of the US.

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New York Labor Law - The triad and the triumvirate

Handling claims under the New York Labor Law presents unique challenges, even for the most seasoned claims specialist.

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Take charge of your career.

We are always seeking top talent. If you are motivated, goal-oriented, and desire to build your future with a leader in the insurance industry, consider career opportunities with Markel.

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As of December 31, 2019, the 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for our share price was 11%.

Around the world

Markel has 73 offices in 21 countries.

Specialty insurance

Our main operations are specialty insurance, which provides coverage for hard-to-place risks that generally fall outside of the underwriting criteria of standard insurance carriers.

Our focus is long-term

“What matters to Markel is to build an enduring institution.” –Richie Whitt, Co-Chief Executive Officer

Winning with permanent capital

Markel Ventures owns and operates a family of companies outside the insurance industry, employing over 14,000 people across the manufacturing, consumer, business services, financial services, and healthcare sectors.

“We specialize and diversify to pursue the dual goals of providing the best products and services to our customers, and being adaptable to change in economic and technological landscapes that are beyond our control.” –2019 letter to shareholders