Markel appoints Flora Mao as first Casualty underwriter in Mainland China

Shanghai, 14 January, 2026 — Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Flora Mao as Senior Casualty Underwriter for Markel Underwriting Division at Lloyd’s China, with immediate effect.

Mao joins the Greater China team as the first Casualty underwriter based in Shanghai, where Markel underwrites through the Lloyd’s China platform. She will focus on building Markel’s leadership position in General Liability and wider Casualty lines.

Reporting to Qianhai Hu, Director of Underwriting at Markel Underwriting Division at Lloyd’s China, Mao will be responsible for developing Markel’s General Liability book, managing a portfolio of risks and fostering relationships with both new and existing brokers, distribution partners and clients across the region.

Mao brings with her more than 23 years of Casualty underwriting experience, having previously held roles at AIG China, where she served as Casualty Underwriting Manager for 15 years, and at Liberty Specialty Markets in China, where she was Senior Casualty Underwriter for over eight years.

Chelsea Jiang, Managing Director, Greater China, commented: “Flora arrives at a pivotal juncture for Markel in Greater China. We are targeting double‑digit growth and are aiming to be the largest Lloyd’s syndicate on the China platform, with a reputation for specialty expertise where clients need it most.

“With Flora in Shanghai, we’ll continue the momentum of profitable growth in our Casualty book across our International business by doing what we do best. Staying close to customers and focusing on what works locally.”

Qianhai Hu added: “Flora’s extensive Casualty experience and client-centric approach align perfectly with our values at Markel. Her expertise and on-the-ground presence will allow us to respond swiftly and effectively to our clients’ evolving needs.

“Her appointment marks an important step in our long-term strategy for China and I am confident she will help us pursue growth, excellence and innovation across the China market. We look forward to the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas she will bring to the team.”