RLI appoints new chief claim officer

US specialty insurer RLI has appointed Bob Handzel as vice president, chief claim officer.

Handzel replaces Don Driscoll, who has transitioned to an executive leadership position in RLI’s claim department.

In the new role, Handzel will be responsible for claims handling and resolution for the corporation’s diverse insurance programmes.

Handzel began his career at RLI in 2006 as director, casualty claims and was promoted to assistant vice president, claim in 2012 and vice president, claim in 2016. He has more than 40 years of industry experience. Prior to joining RLI, he held various claims positions at CNA Insurance.

“Bob’s decades of insurance industry experience and years of leadership make him well-suited for this role,” said RLI Insurance Company president & COO Craig Kliethermes. “I am confident he will continue ensuring our claim organization is positioned for further success in a rapidly changing environment.”

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