W.R. Berkley (NYSE:WRB) (NYSE: WRB) is a leading commercial lines property and casualty insurance holding company offering a diverse range of specialty insurance products and services. Through its network of wholly owned insurance subsidiaries, the company provides customized coverage solutions tailored to the specific needs of businesses, associations and public entities. Its core offerings include general liability, professional liability, property, marine, environmental, energy and surety insurance, supported by dedicated underwriting expertise and risk management services.
Founded in 1967 by William R. Berkley, the firm has built a reputation for financial strength and underwriting discipline. It operates with a decentralized model that empowers local underwriting teams to develop innovative products and foster close relationships with brokers and clients. This approach enables the company to respond quickly to evolving market conditions and emerging risks, ensuring that policyholders receive comprehensive coverage backed by prompt claims handling and dedicated customer support.
Headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, W.R. Berkley maintains a significant presence across the United States and in select international markets. Its global operations span Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, where regional subsidiaries offer specialty and commercial insurance solutions to multinational corporations and local businesses alike. This geographic diversity helps the company to balance risk exposure and capitalize on growth opportunities in both mature and emerging insurance markets.
Today, William R. Berkley serves as Executive Chairman, while W. Robert Berkley Jr. holds the roles of President and Chief Executive Officer, guiding the organization’s strategic vision and operational execution. Under their leadership, W.R. Berkley continues to emphasize prudent underwriting, disciplined capital management and customer-focused innovation, positioning the company for sustained growth and long-term value creation in the competitive property and casualty insurance industry.
