Markel Corporation Names Kenny Managing Director in Virginia Headquarters

Markel Corporation has named Brian Kenny managing director of strategic customer growth.

Kenny is based in Markel’s headquarters in Richmond, Va., and reports to Markel Assurance President Bryan Sanders.

In his new role, Kenny will work across the Markel Assurance division to coordinate resources and build capabilities to meet the business needs of current and new customers, Sanders explained in a company press release.

Additionally, Kenny will identify new growth opportunities with key strategic customers, develop and execute business strategies and build a pipeline of business across the Markel Assurance product lines. He is responsible for managing broker relationships and risk management accounts, including Fortune 500 companies.

In his previous role at Markel, Kenny led Markel’s small commercial efforts, including initiatives to simplify and automate underwriting, grow digital partnerships and expand new ventures in the U.S. Prior to joining Markel, he served in a variety of senior sales roles at Zurich Insurance Group.

Source: Markel Corporation

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