Everest Appoints Bill Hazelton to Lead its North America Insurance Business

HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE: EG) has named industry leader Bill Hazelton Executive Vice President of Everest Insurance® & President of North America Insurance.

Mr. Hazelton most recently served as Head of US Retail Casualty and Industry Practices for Everest Insurance®. Prior to Everest, Mr. Hazelton spent three decades in various leadership roles across underwriting, claims and distribution at large insurance organizations including Chubb, where he was 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.”

Mr. Hazelton replaces Mike Mulray who 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 endeavors,” said Juan C. Andrade, Everest President & CEO.

About Everest

Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest) is a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions that address customers’ most pressing challenges. Known for a 50-year track record of disciplined underwriting, capital and risk management, Everest, through its global operating affiliates, is committed to underwriting opportunity for colleagues, customers, shareholders, and communities worldwide.

Everest common stock (NYSE: EG) is a component of the S&P 500 index.

Additional information about Everest, our people, and our products can be found on our website at www.everestglobal.com.