ACE USA, the U.S.-based retail operations of the ACE Group of Companies (NYSE: ACE), today announced the appointment of Ken Riegler, Senior Vice President, to lead the National Excess Workers’ Compensation unit for ACE Risk Management (ARM). ARM’s National Excess Workers’ Compensation unit, part of its Industry and Specialty products division, provides a variety of products and solutions to employers who qualify for self insurance. An emphasis is placed on offering risk managers and brokers the ability to customize workers’ compensation programs to address the challenges and complexities of today’s marketplace.
"Since the unit’s establishment in 2002, it has exceeded company expectations. We are pleased to have Ken assume responsibility for its continued success," said William N. Curcio, President of ACE Risk Management. "Ken’s proven leadership and industry expertise will be instrumental in enhancing our products and will enable us to exceed customer expectations at every level."
As part of the continued growth and expansion of its underwriting operations, the National Excess Workers’ Compensation unit will move its headquarters from Philadelphia to New York City. Mr. Riegler will be based in New York City and report to Catherine Fabiitti, Senior Vice President of ARM’s Industry and Specialty Products division.
"The National Excess Workers’ Compensation unit has a solid reputation for providing customized solutions to insureds wishing to purchase excess insurance for catastrophic exposures," said Catherine Fabiitti. "I look forward to working with Ken as we continue to broaden our product offerings and focus on expanding the division’s reach into niche segments of the market."
Mr. Riegler most recently served as Senior Vice President for ARM’s Pacific region and held the same position for ARM’s Boston office. He joined ACE USA in 1999, after holding various management positions with Reliance Insurance Company’s National Risk Management Division, New Jersey Manufacturers’ Insurance Company and Travelers Insurance. Mr. Riegler received his bachelor of science degree in business administration from Springfield College, Mass., and holds an MBA from St. John’s University in New York.
ACE Risk Management offers comprehensive risk management programs and services, which are uniquely designed and customized to assist companies in any industry deal with the significant costs of financing and managing risk. To learn more about ACE Risk Management’s products and services, visit www.aceriskmanagement.com .
ACE Risk Management is part of ACE USA, a U.S.-based operating division of the ACE Group of Companies, owned by ACE Limited (NYSE: ACE). ACE USA, through its underwriting companies, provides insurance products and services throughout the U.S. The ACE Group of Companies provides insurance and reinsurance for a diverse group of clients around the world.