Skill. Speed. Strength. Select Wisely.

As a leader in management and professional liability solutions, we provide the highest levels of underwriting and claims services with superior speed and flexibility.

About Berkley Select

More than any other, insurance is an industry whose foundation is based on trust — to provide peace of mind. So it is essential that, above all, Berkley Select is a company defined by the attributes that engender trust and confidence among our brokers and agents, and their clients. 

 

We are a leading provider of professional liability insurance products across a full spectrum of disciplines and industries, for clients of virtually every size and level of complexity. 

 

As a Berkley company, we enjoy operational flexibility that allows us to deliver quality coverage solutions. Berkley Select clients have access to a creative team of dedicated underwriters and the resources of W. R. Berkley Corporation. All member insurance companies are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company, and A+ (Strong) by Standards & Poor’s.

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Leadership Team

Picture of President Dan Spragg

Dan Spragg

President

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Picture of Chief Underwriting Officer Bill Fair

Bill Fair

Chief Underwriting Officer

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Picture of Chief Claims Officer Jeff Yao

Jeff Yao

Chief Claims Officer

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Picture of Chief Financial Officer, Joan Comfort

Joan Comfort

Chief Financial Officer

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Picture of Vice President, Underwriting and Professional Liability, Al Roberts

Al Roberts

Vice President, Underwriting, Professional Liability

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Picture of Vice President, Underwriting, Management Liability, Chris Zanchelli

Chris Zanchelli

Vice President, Underwriting, Management Liability

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Picture of Vice President, Affinity Underwriting, Carlos Montanez

Carlos Montanez

Vice President, Affinity Underwriting

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Picture of Assistant Vice President, Marketing, Lisa Rowland

Lisa Rowland

Assistant Vice President, Marketing

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Picture of Vice President, Human Resources, Donald Avery

Donald Avery

Vice President, Human Resources

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Picture of Chief Actuary, Steve Lacke

Steve Lacke

Chief Actuary

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Vice President, Information Technology, Guy Blair

Guy Blair

Vice President, Information Technology

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Picture of Chief Operating Officer Alastair Shore

Alastair Shore

Chief Operating Officer

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Why Berkley Select

The challenges and expectations of your clients are evolving every day. That’s why you need a partner who can quickly address complex exposures with creative professional liability solutions. At Berkley Select, you benefit from expert underwriting, efficient claims handling, and innovative technology to better serve their needs.

Life at Berkley Select

With a spirit of innovation and collaboration, Berkley Select is powered by like-minded people. From volunteering, to organizing community events, to team outings, our company culture is centered on fostering relationships and growth.

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Best Places to Work

Berkley Select’s 2023 Award as one of the Best Places to Work by Business Insurance America is a testament to our organization's strong culture, amazing talent and leadership. We remain humbled and proud and extend a heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of our employees on this well-earned industry recognition.

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