Elliott Special Risks 45th Anniversary

By Canadian Underwriter | December 31, 2011 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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Elliott Special Risks LP (ESR), a Markel International company, celebrated its 45th Anniversary in 2011. To celebrate, ESR held cocktail receptions in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. More than 600 guests, including brokers, reinsurers, adjusting firms and ESR staff, attended and enjoyed the camaraderie. Representatives of Markel International were present at these occasions. ESR became the Canadian underwriting division of Markel International on Oct. 1., 2009.

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