Starr Companies today announced the appointment of Steve Blakey as president and chief executive officer of Starr Insurance Holdings.

“We are pleased to introduce Steve as our new Company President. With over 35 years of experience, including establishing Starr’s presence in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe as well as making Starr one of the leading providers of aviation and aerospace insurance in the world, Steve is uniquely qualified to lead the company going forward,” stated Maurice R. Greenberg, chairman, Starr Companies.

Steve Blakely replaces Chuck Dangelo, who has announced his retirement. “After 46 years in the insurance industry, we would like to thank Chuck for his contributions to our company and industry. He has been instrumental in leading Starr’s growth and we wish him well in his retirement.”

About Starr Companies

Starr Companies (Starr) is the worldwide marketing name for the operating insurance and travel assistance companies and subsidiaries of Starr International Company, Inc. and for the investment business of C.V. Starr & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries. Starr is a leading insurance and investment organization with a presence on five continents; through its operating insurance companies, Starr provides property, casualty, and accident & health insurance products as well as a range of specialty coverages including aviation, marine, energy and excess casualty insurance. The following insurance company subsidiaries each have an A.M. Best rating of “A” (Excellent): Starr Indemnity & Liability Company, Starr Surplus Lines Insurance Company, Starr Syndicate Limited at Lloyd's of London, Starr International Insurance (Asia) Ltd., and Starr Insurance & Reinsurance Limited.

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