US-based Markel Group’s ins. subsidiary Markel taps Jennifer Gebran as head of casualty for MENA

US-based Markel Group’s ins. unit Markel appointed Jennifer Gebran (Linkedin) as head of casualty for the MENA region, according to a press release. Gebran will develop the firm’s casualty underwriting strategy in the region, strengthen broker relationships, and support Markel’s strategic expansion in the MENA region. Gebran boasts over 13 years of reins. expertise in the Gulf, Middle East, and North Africa. She most recently served as assistant vice president in Dubai at Berkshire Hathaway and previously spent 11 years at Liberty Specialty Markets.