Essent Group Ltd. Announces Martin P. Connor Has Joined Board of Directors

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Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) announced on February 20, 2026 that Martin P. Connor has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Connor brings long tenure in real estate finance, including roles as Toll Brothers CFO (2010–2025) and a multi-decade background at Ernst & Young.

The company highlighted Connor’s expertise in real estate and finance and said his leadership will support Essent’s growth and shareholder value efforts.

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) announced today that Martin Connor has joined its Board of Directors.

“We are pleased to welcome Marty to our Board of Directors,” said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Marty’s deep expertise and leadership in real estate and finance will be valuable as we continue to grow the Essent franchise and drive shareholder value.”

Martin P. Connor has been employed by Toll Brothers, Inc., a publicly traded national homebuilder, since 2008, where he currently serves as a senior advisor.  From 2010 to 2025, Mr. Connor served as the Chief Financial Officer of Toll Brothers, and prior to that was its Vice President and Assistant Chief Financial Officer.  From June 2008 to December 2008, Mr. Connor was President of Marcon Advisors LLC, a finance and accounting consulting firm that he founded. From 2006 to 2008, Mr. Connor was Chief Financial Officer and Director of Operations for O’Neill Properties, a diversified commercial real estate developer in the Mid-Atlantic area. Prior to that, Mr. Connor spent over 20 years at Ernst & Young LLP, where he was ultimately an Audit and Advisory Business Services Partner responsible for its real estate practice in the Philadelphia marketplace. Mr. Connor currently serves as a director of Univest Financial Corporation, a publicly traded banking and financial services provider serving customers primarily in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.  Mr. Connor holds a BBA in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame and is a Certified Public Accountant.

About the Company

Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) is a Bermuda-based holding company (collectively with its subsidiaries, “Essent”) offering private mortgage insurance, reinsurance, and title insurance and settlement services to serve the housing finance industry. Additional information regarding Essent may be found at www.essentgroup.com.

Source: Essent Group Ltd.

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FAQ

Who is Martin P. Connor and what role did Essent Group (ESNT) assign him on Feb. 20, 2026?

Martin P. Connor was appointed to Essent Group’s Board of Directors on Feb. 20, 2026. According to Essent Group, he brings executive finance and real estate experience, including serving as Toll Brothers CFO from 2010–2025 and senior advisor roles.

What relevant experience does Martin Connor bring to Essent Group (ESNT)?

Mr. Connor brings decades of finance and real estate experience, including Toll Brothers CFO (2010–2025). According to Essent Group, he also worked over 20 years at Ernst & Young and held senior finance roles at multiple real estate firms.

How did Essent Group (ESNT) describe the expected impact of Connor’s board appointment?

Essent Group said Connor’s leadership and real estate finance expertise will support growth and shareholder value. According to Essent Group, management expects his background to be valuable as the company advances its franchise strategy.

Does Martin Connor hold any other public company board roles relevant to Essent Group (ESNT) investors?

Yes. According to Essent Group, Mr. Connor currently serves as a director of Univest Financial Corporation, a publicly traded banking and financial services company serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey customers.

What is Martin Connor’s educational and professional credential background noted by Essent Group (ESNT)?

Mr. Connor holds a BBA in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame and is a Certified Public Accountant. According to Essent Group, his background includes senior finance and advisory roles across real estate and accounting firms.