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WSIA Underwriting Summit


We believe in engaging with our key partners and building long-lasting trading relationships. You can view the Markel employees attending the WSIA Underwriting Summit below, as well as our full regional directories. We look forward to meeting with you throughout the duration of the conference!

Built on partnership.
Shaped by feedback.
Ready for today’s risks.

At Markel, we’ve earned our reputation as a specialty carrier by showing up where it matters most—through trusted partnerships, thoughtful solutions, and a focus on risks that don’t fit the standard mold.

See how Markel continues to evolve our binding product—guided by broker feedback and designed for today’s binding realities, ready for what’s next.

Simon Wilson headshot
Simon Wilson
CEO, Markel Insurance

London, UK

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+44 78 3490 0662
Bryan Sanders
Bryan Sanders
Immediate Past Chair, US Wholesale & Specialty

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.335.8365
Headshot of Wendy Houser
Wendy Houser
President, Wholesale and Specialty

Plano, TX

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+1.417.830.3553
Headshot of Glenn Harris
Glenn Harris
Chief Commercial Officer

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.937.3757
Headshot of Mark Schauss
Mark Schauss
Chief Underwriting Officer, Wholesale and Specialty

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.314.1897
Headshot of Matthew Huels
Matt Huels
Chief Growth Officer, US Wholesale and Specialty

Chicago, IL

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+1.312.258.3360
Headshot of Michelle Thompson
Michelle Thompson
Sr. Managing Director, Operations

Plano, TX

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+1.469.241.3469
Headshot of Mallorie Harper
Mallorie Harper
Head of Wholesale Distribution

Single Office FL

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+1.804.965.1749
Headshot of Russell Brown
Russ Brown
Sr. Director, Business Development

New York, NY

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+1.917.273.4041
Jeff Fields
Jeff Fields
Managing Director, West Territory Business Development

Plano, TX

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+1.972.841.6229
Dan Confalone
Dan Confalone
Managing Director, East Territory Business Development

Summit, NJ

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+1.732.391.8816
Liann Snipes
Liann Snipes
Sr. Director, Business Development

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.565.1984
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Carmen Manganello
Marketing Specialist

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.864.3610
Headshot of Gretchen Nurnberger
Gretchen Nurnberger
Associate Director, Meetings & Events

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.864.4164

Binding

Headshot of Brendan Hanley
Brendan Hanley
Executive Underwriting Officer, Binding

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.314.7176
Headshot of Tyler Joiner
Tyler Joiner
Senior Director

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.965.1609
Headshot of Tim Scollo
Tim Scollo
Regional Product Lead, Binding

Alpharetta, GA

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+1.678.290.2145

Casualty

Scott Whitehead
Executive Underwriting Officer, Casualty

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.967.2548

Personal lines

Virginia Mathurin
Virginia Mathurin
Managing Director, Personal Lines

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.965.1732
Dan Radojicic
Dan Radojicic
Underwriting Manager

Milwaukee, WI

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+1.262.312.5571
Katie Adsit
Katie Adsit
Sr. Underwriter

Single Office ME

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+1.401.681.5024
Headshot of Michael Helland
Michael Helland
Underwriter

Milwaukee, WI

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+1.262.312.5565

Property & marine

Headshot of Connie Masella
Connie Masella
Executive Underwriting Officer, Property & Marine

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.273.1483
Sal Pollaro
Sal Pollaro
Regional President

New York, NY

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+1.212.551.2281
Julie Dennebaum
Julie Dennebaum
Senior Director, Business Development

Red Bank, NJ

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+1.732.391.8804
Patrick Moylan
Patrick Moylan
Regional Product Lead, Casualty

New York, NY

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+1.212.898.6612
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Rebecca Dumas
Regional Product Lead, Binding

Red Bank, NJ

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+1.732.391.8890
Headshot of Hollis Zyglocke
Hollis Zyglocke
Regional President

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.467.5552
Allison Greenan
Allison Greenan
Director, Underwriting & Production

Richmond, VA

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+1.804.527.7615
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David Enichen
Director, Underwriting - Binding

Alpharetta, GA

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+1.678.290.2156
Headshot of Ed Hart
Ed Hart
Underwriting Specialist

Alpharetta, GA

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+1.678.290.3819
Headshot of David Hugel
David Hugel
Director, Business Development

Alpharetta, GA

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+1.678.223.2020
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Angela George
Business Development Manager

Plano, TX

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+1.972.324.3176
Shawn Danhouser
Shawn Danhouser
Director, Business Development

Chicago, IL

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+1.312.258.3383
Jason Ostwinkle
Sr. Underwriter

Single Office FL

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+1.312.258.3346
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Karen Hawk
Associate Underwriting Manager

Plano, TX

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+1.469.476.3752
Tony Case
Tony Case
Regional Product Lead, Binding

Plano, TX

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+1.469.241.3473
Brian Gray
Brian Gray
Regional President

Scottsdale, AZ

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+1.773.680.0908
Bob Gilbert
Bob Gilbert
Regional Product Lead, Casualty

Woodland Hills, CA

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+1.818.227.8117
Caleb Hardee
Caleb Hardee
Regional Product Lead, Binding

Scottsdale, AZ

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+1.480.905.5063

Markel binding highlights

Markel’s binding team helps wholesale partners place business quickly and competitively in the E&S market, from straightforward to complex risks. Supported by Markel Online and dedicated underwriters, we offer flexible, creative coverage options that fit your needs.

Recent updates:
  • Automated renewal quotes: Available about 90 days before expiration, delivered directly to the wholesaler’s central inbox.
  • Enhanced owner’s interest coverage: Broad suite for contractor-led projects, with primary limits up to $2M and supported lead limits up to $5M.
  • Increased binding excess attachment: Same $5M maximum anywhere within lead 15, available over multiple carriers.
Coming soon:
  • Construction GL product update with competitive pricing and a two-year sunset clause.
  • Marine equipment coverage increases and potential new installation floater.

Learn more about Markel Binding enhancements for 2026

Markel appetite at a glance

Knowing where to place a risk starts with knowing a carrier’s appetite.

Clear appetite. No guesswork. Focus where it matters.

This quick guide shows our top target classes, what sets Markel apart, and recent accounts—so you can submit with confidence and clarity.

Markel US & Bermuda Appetite at a Glance

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