Hamilton, NJ – August 13, 2026 – Berkley Accident and Health has appointed Mike Hughes as Divisional President of its Specialty Accident business. In this new role, Mike will be responsible for leading the continued growth and momentum Berkley Accident and Health has established in the Specialty Accident marketplace.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Mike to Berkley Accident and Health,” said Brad Nieland, President and CEO of Berkley Accident and Health. “Mike brings deep industry expertise, a proven track record of leadership, and a strong understanding of our market. His experience complements our talented team and further strengthens our ability to serve brokers and clients. With Mike’s leadership and involvement, we are well-positioned to accelerate the growth of our Specialty Accident business and capitalize on the significant opportunities ahead.”

With 20 years of experience in the accident insurance industry, Mike’s background spans underwriting, product development, and distribution. Prior to joining Berkley Accident and Health, Mike held leadership roles at a major insurance carrier, where he was responsible for strategy for Corporate Accident and Special Risk Accident products. Mike brings extensive experience for building strong underwriting and producer relationships across a wide range of customer segments.

Mike is a graduate of the University of Maryland and resides in New Jersey, but will have a presence nationwide.

Berkley Accident and Health is pleased to welcome Mike to the team.

About Berkley Accident and Health

Berkley Accident and Health is a member of W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 company. Berkley Accident and Health provides an innovative portfolio of accident and health insurance products. It offers four categories of products: Employer Stop Loss, Group Captives, Managed Care (including HMO Reinsurance and Provider Excess), and Specialty Accident. Coverages are underwritten by Berkley Life and Health Insurance Company and/or StarNet Insurance Company, both rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best.

For more information, please visit BerkleyAH.com.

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