Alive Risk, a managing general underwriter specializing in sports, leisure, and entertainment, has appointed Scott Carroll (pictured above) as underwriting director of entertainment programs.
Carroll will report to Patrick Gavin, president and CEO of Alive Risk, which operates under Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers, the underwriting management division of Ryan Specialty.
Carroll enters the role with more than 40 years of experience in the insurance sector, focusing on entertainment-related risks. His background includes work in general liability, property – particularly inland marine – commercial auto, workers’ compensation, professional liability, and umbrella coverage.
Alive Risk provides insurance solutions for the amusement, entertainment, contingency, special events, and sports and leisure sectors. The company’s entertainment team offers coverage for music, touring, live events, film and media productions, and production support services.
Commenting on the hire, Patrick Gavin, president and CEO of Alive Risk, said, “Scott’s leadership will be instrumental as we continue to expand our Entertainment Programs and serve our clients with agility and expertise.”
“The opportunity to collaborate with such talented professionals and bring innovative solutions to our clients is truly energizing,” Carroll said.
Elsewhere, in a move to strengthen its position in the sports, leisure, and entertainment insurance market, Ryan Specialty finalized the acquisition of certain EverSports & Entertainment Insurance assets from Everest Group back in October.
EverSports, based in Carmel, Ind., is recognized for its focus on SLE risks and its coverage of a broad range of subcategories, including amusement facilities, amateur sports, and touring performers.
Looking ahead, Alive Risk and Ryan Specialty executives have also indicated that the company will continue to focus on growth in the specialty insurance sector. Both teams have pointed to their shared culture and approach to business as key factors in their future plans, with an emphasis on delivering client service and maintaining profitable underwriting practices.
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