General Star Consolidates Excess, Primary into New Casualty Unit

Stamford, Conn.-based General Star Management Co. is consolidating its Excess and Primary units into a new Casualty Division.

“Clients will now work with a single underwriter and manager for both lines of business, ensuring faster decision making and ease of doing business,” says Joe Masjak, senior vice president of General Star.

Cole Palmer will serve as the Western regional manager, responsible for Los Angeles and Chicago. Jim Richardson has been appointed Eastern regional manager, responsible for the New York and Stamford locations.

Source: General Star