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Markel International appoints Collin Sim as first Casualty Underwriter in Singapore

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Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) has appointed Collin Sim as its first Casualty Underwriter in Singapore, marking a strategic expansion of its casualty underwriting capabilities in Asia Pacific. Sim brings over 20 years of casualty underwriting experience across Asian markets, having previously served as Assistant Vice President of General Casualty at Allied World and spending 17 years at Gen Re.

In her new role, Sim will focus on developing Markel's Casualty presence in Southeast Asia and the broader Asian market, while building strategic relationships with brokers and clients. The appointment represents a significant milestone in Markel's regional growth strategy and demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding its presence in the Asia Pacific region.

Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) ha nominato Collin Sim come suo primo Sottoscrittore Casualty a Singapore, segnando un'espansione strategica delle capacità di sottoscrizione casualty nella regione Asia Pacifico. Sim porta con sé oltre 20 anni di esperienza nella sottoscrizione casualty nei mercati asiatici, avendo ricoperto in precedenza il ruolo di Assistant Vice President of General Casualty presso Allied World e trascorso 17 anni in Gen Re.

Nel suo nuovo ruolo, Sim si concentrerà sullo sviluppo della presenza di Markel nel settore Casualty nel Sud-est asiatico e nel più ampio mercato asiatico, costruendo relazioni strategiche con broker e clienti. Questa nomina rappresenta una tappa importante nella strategia di crescita regionale di Markel e dimostra l'impegno dell'azienda a espandere la propria presenza nella regione Asia Pacifico.

Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) ha nombrado a Collin Sim como su primer Suscriptor de Casualty en Singapur, marcando una expansión estratégica de sus capacidades de suscripción de casualty en Asia Pacífico. Sim aporta más de 20 años de experiencia en suscripción de casualty en mercados asiáticos, habiendo trabajado anteriormente como Assistant Vice President of General Casualty en Allied World y pasando 17 años en Gen Re.

En su nuevo rol, Sim se enfocará en desarrollar la presencia de Markel en Casualty en el sudeste asiático y en el mercado asiático en general, mientras construye relaciones estratégicas con corredores y clientes. Este nombramiento representa un hito importante en la estrategia de crecimiento regional de Markel y demuestra el compromiso de la empresa de expandir su presencia en la región de Asia Pacífico.

Markel Group (NYSE:MKL)는 아시아 태평양 지역에서 손해보험 인수 역량을 전략적으로 확장하기 위해 싱가포르에 첫 Casualty 인수인 Collin Sim을 임명했습니다. Sim은 Allied World에서 General Casualty 부문 부부사장으로 근무했으며 Gen Re에서 17년간 근무하는 등 아시아 시장에서 20년 이상의 손해보험 인수 경험을 보유하고 있습니다.

새로운 역할에서 Sim은 동남아시아 및 아시아 전역에서 Markel의 Casualty 사업을 발전시키고, 중개인 및 고객과의 전략적 관계를 구축하는 데 주력할 예정입니다. 이번 임명은 Markel의 지역 성장 전략에서 중요한 이정표이며, 아시아 태평양 지역에서의 입지 확장에 대한 회사의 의지를 보여줍니다.

Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) a nommé Collin Sim comme son premier souscripteur Casualty à Singapour, marquant une expansion stratégique de ses capacités de souscription Casualty dans la région Asie-Pacifique. Sim apporte plus de 20 ans d'expérience en souscription Casualty sur les marchés asiatiques, ayant précédemment occupé le poste d'Assistant Vice President of General Casualty chez Allied World et passé 17 ans chez Gen Re.

Dans son nouveau rôle, Sim se concentrera sur le développement de la présence de Markel dans le Casualty en Asie du Sud-Est et sur le marché asiatique plus large, tout en établissant des relations stratégiques avec les courtiers et les clients. Cette nomination représente une étape importante dans la stratégie de croissance régionale de Markel et témoigne de l'engagement de l'entreprise à étendre sa présence dans la région Asie-Pacifique.

Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) hat Collin Sim als ersten Casualty Underwriter in Singapur ernannt und damit eine strategische Erweiterung seiner Casualty-Underwriting-Fähigkeiten im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum eingeleitet. Sim bringt über 20 Jahre Erfahrung im Casualty-Underwriting in asiatischen Märkten mit, nachdem sie zuvor als Assistant Vice President of General Casualty bei Allied World tätig war und 17 Jahre bei Gen Re verbracht hat.

In ihrer neuen Rolle wird Sim sich darauf konzentrieren, die Casualty-Präsenz von Markel in Südostasien und dem weiteren asiatischen Markt auszubauen sowie strategische Beziehungen zu Maklern und Kunden aufzubauen. Die Ernennung stellt einen bedeutenden Meilenstein in der regionalen Wachstumsstrategie von Markel dar und unterstreicht das Engagement des Unternehmens, seine Präsenz in der Asien-Pazifik-Region zu erweitern.

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  • Strategic expansion into Asian casualty insurance market with first dedicated underwriter in Singapore
  • Appointment of highly experienced underwriter with over 20 years of regional expertise
  • Potential for growth in Southeast Asian and broader Asian markets
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SINGAPORE, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Collin Sim as Casualty Underwriter, marking the establishment of the company's first dedicated casualty underwriting position in Singapore.

In her new role, Sim will be responsible for developing Markel's Casualty presence in Southeast Asia and the broader Asian market. She will focus on building and maintaining strategic relationships with brokers and clients while managing a portfolio of risks in accordance with Markel's underwriting principles. Her appointment supports the company's strategic expansion of casualty underwriting capabilities across the Asia Pacific region.

Sim brings over two decades of casualty underwriting expertise across Asia to Markel. She most recently served as Assistant Vice President of General Casualty at Allied World, where she was responsible for managing general casualty direct and facultative business across Southeast Asian markets. Prior to that, she spent 17 years at Gen Re, where she played an instrumental role in developing casualty facultative books across multiple Asian markets, including Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, and China.

Wanshi Lin, Head of Singapore, said: "We are delighted to welcome Collin to Markel. Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the Asian casualty market will be invaluable as we continue to expand our presence in the region. This strategic appointment demonstrates our commitment to building strong underwriting capabilities and delivering exceptional service to our clients and partners across Asia Pacific."

Christian Stobbs, Managing Director - Asia Pacific, commented: "Collin's appointment represents a significant milestone in our regional growth strategy. Her proven track record in developing profitable casualty portfolios and her deep relationships across the Asian insurance market make her the ideal candidate to establish and grow our casualty practice in Singapore."

About Markel Insurance
We are Markel Insurance, a leading global specialty insurer with a truly people-first approach. As the insurance operations within the Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we leverage a broad array of capabilities and expertise to create intelligent solutions for the most complex specialty insurance needs. However, it is our people – and the deep, valued relationships they develop with colleagues, brokers and clients – that differentiates us worldwide. 

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Who is Markel's (NYSE:MKL) new Casualty Underwriter in Singapore?

Collin Sim has been appointed as Markel's first Casualty Underwriter in Singapore. She brings over 20 years of casualty underwriting experience across Asian markets.

What is Markel's (NYSE:MKL) expansion strategy in Asia Pacific?

Markel is strategically expanding its casualty underwriting capabilities across Asia Pacific, starting with the appointment of its first dedicated casualty underwriter in Singapore to develop presence in Southeast Asia and broader Asian markets.

What is Collin Sim's experience before joining Markel (NYSE:MKL)?

Sim previously served as Assistant Vice President of General Casualty at Allied World and spent 17 years at Gen Re, where she developed casualty facultative books across Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, and China.

What will be Collin Sim's responsibilities at Markel (NYSE:MKL)?

Sim will be responsible for developing Markel's Casualty presence in Southeast Asia and the broader Asian market, building strategic relationships with brokers and clients, and managing a portfolio of risks.
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