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    W. Robert Berkley, Jr.

    President and Chief Executive Officer at WW R Berkley Corp
    Board
    Since October 2015
    Age
    51 years
    Tenure
    Has been with WRB since 1997, progressing through roles including Senior Vice President – Specialty Operations, Executive Vice President, President and Chief Operating Officer, and finally as President and Chief Executive Officer since October 2015.

    Also at W R Berkley Corp

    WRB
    William R. Berkley
    Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors
    JGS
    James G. Shiel
    Executive Vice President — Investments
    LTS
    Lucille T. Sgaglione
    Executive Vice President

    About

    W. Robert Berkley, Jr. has built a distinguished career at WRB since joining the company in September 1997, steadily advancing through a series of critical leadership positions. His early roles included serving as Senior Vice President – Specialty Operations and Executive Vice President, which provided him with a broad perspective on the operational and strategic needs of the organization.

    Over the years, his consistent performance and deep industry insight led him to the role of President and Chief Operating Officer in November 2009, a position he held until his promotion to President and Chief Executive Officer in October 2015. This progression reflects his strong commitment to the company and his ability to guide WRB's growth and success.

    In addition to his executive responsibilities at WRB, he has contributed to the industry and community through various board memberships and charitable engagements. His service on multiple boards, including educational and health organizations, underscores his dedication to both professional excellence and community well-being.

    As the son of the founder, his personal and professional journey is deeply intertwined with the history and future of WRB, positioning him as a key figure in the company’s legacy and ongoing success.

    $WRB Performance Under W. Robert Berkley, Jr.

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    W. R. Berkley Corporation President and Chief Operating Officer November 2009 – October 2015 Position ended prior to his appointment as CEO
    W. R. Berkley Corporation Executive Vice President August 2005 – November 2009 N/A
    W. R. Berkley Corporation Senior Vice President – Specialty Operations January 2003 – August 2005 N/A
    W. R. Berkley Corporation Various positions of increasing responsibility Since September 1997 N/A
    Merrill Lynch Investment Company Corporate Finance Department Employee July 1995 – August 1997 Predecessor role before joining W. R. Berkley Corporation

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Berkley International, LLC President Since April 2008 N/A
    Berkley International, LLC Vice Chairman Since May 2002 N/A
    Georgetown University Board of Trustees Member N/AN/A
    Georgetown University - McDonough School of Business Board of Advisors Member N/AN/A
    Brunswick School Board Member N/AN/A
    St. John’s University School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science Board Member N/AN/A
    Greenwich Hospital Chairman of the Board of Trustees N/AN/A
    American Property Casualty Insurance Association Trustee N/AN/A
    American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters (The Institutes) Trustee N/AN/A
    Yale New Haven Health Systems Board of Trustees Member & Investment Committee Member N/AN/A