Christopher N. Downs Named Senior Vice President, National Sales & Distribution Director of Berkley Alliance Managers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Glastonbury, Conn., December 16, 2024 – Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley company, specializing in professional liability insurance for design professionals, construction professionals and miscellaneous service professionals, announced it has promoted Christopher Downs to senior vice president, national sales & distribution director.
In this role, Chis will be responsible for distribution strategies and broker management for Berkley Alliance Managers’ business units: Berkley Design Professional, Berkley Construction Professional and Berkley Service Professionals.
“We are excited to have Chris take on this expanded role leveraging his experience in broker relations, underwriting and professional liability insurance," said Stephen L. Porcelli, president, Berkley Alliance Managers.
“Having a dedicated broker relationship manager for our producers across all Berkley Alliance Managers' businesses will strengthen our broker relationships and enhance our commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience,” continued Porcelli.
Chris has a rich history with the Berkley Companies, joining in 2007 and most recently serving as Berkley Service Professionals’ senior vice president, director of business development. He has been with Berkley Service Professionals since 2020 and has more than 25 years of professional liability insurance experience, including leadership roles in business development, program management and underwriting, making him a trusted and capable leader.
About Berkley Alliance Managers
Berkley Alliance Managers specializes in professional liability products and services, focusing on four key industries: design, construction, miscellaneous services, and accounting. It is a member of W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 company listed on the New York Stock Exchange and part of the S&P 500, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best. We bring the strength and stability of a highly rated insurance company to our clients, providing them with the confidence and security they need in their insurance solutions. For more information, visit berkleyalliance.com
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