Berkley Executive and Leadership Team

Richard Baio, the Chief Financial Officer & Executive VP at Berkley, directs the global financial strategy and capital allocation for the insurance holding company. Overseeing corporate accounting, treasury functions, and investor relations, the Chief Financial Officer & Executive VP ensures the maintenance of long-term financial strength. This leadership role involves rigorous oversight of underwriting profitability and disciplined risk selection across all independently managed businesses. By managing complex financial reporting requirements, Richard Baio directly impacts the fiscal health of the organization. The Chief Financial Officer & Executive VP collaborates with the Board to optimize capital structures, supporting the expansion of commercial lines property and casualty insurance. Through precise financial planning, Baio secures the necessary resources for sustainable growth in competitive global markets, ensuring that the company remains a leader in the insurance sector while delivering consistent value to stakeholders.

Patrick Huo, the Chief Financial Officer, Anz & Gaap Reporting (APAC, US) at Berkley, manages financial compliance and reporting standards across the Asia-Pacific and United States regions. Overseeing regional GAAP reporting, the Chief Financial Officer, Anz & Gaap Reporting (APAC, US) ensures alignment with international regulatory frameworks and corporate financial policies. This role involves analyzing regional market performance to support underwriting decisions and risk management initiatives. By streamlining financial data collection, Patrick Huo provides critical insights into the profitability of commercial lines within these specific geographic territories. The Chief Financial Officer, Anz & Gaap Reporting (APAC, US) coordinates with global leadership to maintain consistent financial integrity across diverse operational units. Through meticulous oversight of regional fiscal health, Huo drives operational efficiency and supports the broader strategic objectives of the organization, ensuring that regional performance contributes effectively to the overall financial stability of the global insurance holding company.

John Termini, the President, Berkley Specialty Excess at Berkley, directs the underwriting strategy and market expansion for specialty excess insurance products. Overseeing the development of tailored insurance solutions, the President, Berkley Specialty Excess ensures that the business unit maintains disciplined risk selection while addressing complex client needs. This leadership role involves managing relationships with brokers and clients to capture market share in the commercial lines sector. By focusing on niche insurance markets, John Termini directly impacts the revenue growth and profitability of the specialty division. The President, Berkley Specialty Excess collaborates with other business unit leaders to leverage the company's collective underwriting expertise and financial resources. Through strategic product development and market positioning, Termini secures a strong presence for the organization in the specialty insurance landscape, ensuring that the division delivers high-quality risk management services that align with the company's overarching mission of excellence.

John Henle, the President of Berkley Southwest at Berkley, directs regional operations and underwriting strategy for the Southwest territory. Overseeing the delivery of commercial lines property and casualty insurance, the President of Berkley Southwest ensures that regional solutions meet the specific risk management needs of local industries. This leadership role involves managing regional underwriting teams and maintaining strong relationships with local brokers to drive business growth. By focusing on disciplined risk selection, John Henle directly impacts the profitability and market presence of the Southwest division. The President of Berkley Southwest collaborates with corporate leadership to ensure that regional activities align with the company's global financial objectives. Through the effective management of regional resources, Henle secures a competitive position for the organization, ensuring that the Southwest division provides high-quality insurance services that uphold the company's reputation for underwriting excellence and long-term financial stability.

Jamie Secor, the President, Berkley Edge at Berkley, leads the strategic development and operational execution of specialized insurance programs. Overseeing the creation of innovative risk management solutions, the President, Berkley Edge ensures that the division provides tailored coverage for complex commercial risks. This leadership role involves identifying emerging market trends and adapting underwriting strategies to maintain a competitive advantage. By focusing on high-value insurance products, Jamie Secor directly impacts the growth and financial performance of the division. The President, Berkley Edge collaborates with other business units to leverage the company's extensive underwriting expertise and resources. Through the delivery of specialized insurance services, Secor secures the organization's position as a leader in the commercial lines sector, ensuring that the division remains responsive to client needs while adhering to the company's rigorous standards for risk selection and long-term financial strength.

Wayne Bryan, the President, Berkley Enterprise Risk Solutions at Berkley, directs the development and implementation of comprehensive risk management services for large-scale commercial clients. Overseeing the analysis of complex risk profiles, the President, Berkley Enterprise Risk Solutions ensures that the organization provides effective solutions that mitigate potential liabilities. This leadership role involves working closely with corporate clients to design customized insurance and reinsurance programs that support long-term financial stability. By integrating advanced risk assessment methodologies, Wayne Bryan directly impacts the underwriting profitability and client retention of the enterprise division. The President, Berkley Enterprise Risk Solutions collaborates with other business units to provide a holistic approach to risk management across the company. Through the delivery of sophisticated risk solutions, Bryan secures the organization's reputation for underwriting excellence, ensuring that the division meets the evolving needs of the global commercial insurance market.

Richard Lowery, the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Berkley, architects the digital infrastructure and technological strategy supporting global insurance operations. Overseeing cybersecurity, data analytics, and enterprise software systems, the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer ensures that underwriting teams possess the tools necessary for precise risk assessment. This leadership role involves integrating advanced technology to enhance the efficiency of commercial lines property and casualty insurance services. By modernizing legacy systems, Richard Lowery directly impacts the speed and accuracy of policy administration and claims processing. The Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer collaborates with business unit leaders to implement scalable solutions that support long-term financial strength. Through the deployment of robust digital platforms, Lowery secures the company's competitive edge in the insurance industry, ensuring that technological capabilities remain aligned with the evolving needs of clients and the complex requirements of global risk management.

Richard Henderson, the Team Captain at Berkley, coordinates cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational synergy across the organization's independently managed businesses. Overseeing collaborative projects, the Team Captain ensures that diverse teams align with the company's core mission of underwriting expertise and disciplined risk selection. This leadership role involves facilitating communication between departments to streamline the delivery of commercial lines property and casualty insurance. By fostering a culture of accountability, Richard Henderson directly impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of internal processes. The Team Captain works with various business units to identify opportunities for improvement and resource optimization. Through the implementation of unified operational standards, Henderson supports the long-term financial strength of the company, ensuring that all teams contribute to the collective success of the organization while maintaining the agility required to navigate the complexities of the global insurance market.