Gary Haase joins Everest as CEO of Legacy Operations

Group 1 - Everest Group has appointed Gary Haase as Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Legacy Operations, effective December 1st, 2025 [1] - Haase will report to Jim Williamson and will be responsible for leading the strategy and execution of Everest's legacy insurance portfolios, focusing on capital efficiency and long-term value [2] - This appointment follows the sale of Everest's commercial retail business' renewal rights to AIG, indicating a strategic refocus on core global businesses [2] Group 2 - Haase brings over two decades of experience in insurance, reinsurance, and financial services, having recently served as Executive Advisor to private equity and technology firms [3] - His previous roles include EVP and COO of CNA Financial Corporation, where he led enterprise technology and operations [3][4] - Haase's extensive background includes over a decade at Catalina Holdings, where he was Group COO, managing global run-off and operational strategies [4] Group 3 - Jim Williamson highlighted Haase's diverse experience in actuarial, claims, M&A, and technology transformation as key qualifications for his new role [5] - Haase expressed enthusiasm for leveraging Everest's global reach and disciplined underwriting platform to optimize the legacy business and support long-term strategy [5]