Everest looks within for head of North America insurance

Everest Group has promoted Bill Hazelton to be executive vice president of Everest Insurance and president of North America Insurance, replacing Mike Mulray, who is leaving the company.

Hazelton had been head of US retail casualty and industry practices for Everest Insurance since January. Prior to Everest,  Hazelton spent more than 20 years in various leadership roles across underwriting, claims and distribution at Chubb, where he was most recently Head of North America Industry Practices and Head of North America Claims.

“Bill is a highly accomplished and respected leader with a proven record of delivering results,” said Jim Williamson, Everest Group chief operating officer. “In addition to elevating Everest’s market presence, Bill has built an exceptional team with the capabilities and expertise to accelerate our strategy across North America while delivering superior service to the market. 

"I look forward to working with Bill as we drive the next chapter of our North America Insurance business.”

Mulray will be leaving the Company to pursue other opportunities.

“Bill is an excellent addition to our senior leadership team. As we welcome him into his new leadership role, we also thank Mike for his contributions over his nine-year tenure at Everest and wish him the best in his future endeavours,” said Juan Andrade, Everest president & CEO.

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