Arch Insurance North America has announced the appointment of Jeff Kaufmann as Executive Vice President, Head of Marine, effective Monday, July 7. This strategic move marks the launch of a new Marine division within Arch, aimed at expanding its presence in the U.S. market.
In his newly created role, Kaufmann will be tasked with developing Arch’s U.S. Marine portfolio, which will encompass both Ocean Marine and Inland Marine products. He will also be responsible for building a specialized underwriting team and driving growth in the sector. Based in New York, Kaufmann will report to Valerie Turpin, Chief Underwriting Officer, Property.
A seasoned leader in the Marine insurance sector, Kaufmann is known for his innovative approach to complex risks and expertise in both filed and non-filed form development. He joins Arch from MSIG USA, where he served as EVP and Head of Marine.
“We are very excited to welcome Jeff to Arch,” said Matt Shulman, CEO of Arch Insurance North America. “There is growing demand for comprehensive Marine solutions, and Jeff’s strong reputation and deep relationships with specialty producers across the country position him perfectly to lead this expansion. His appointment represents a key step toward making Arch a major player in the Marine space.”
Kaufmann expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity, stating, “Launching a U.S. Marine practice at a company like Arch—known for its innovation and growth—is a compelling challenge. I look forward to partnering with Valerie and the broader team to deliver a strong Marine offering for our clients throughout North America.”
About Arch Insurance North America
Arch Insurance North America, part of Arch Capital Group Ltd., includes Arch’s insurance operations in the United States and Canada. Business in the U.S. is written by Arch Insurance Company, Arch Specialty Insurance Company, Arch Property & Casualty Insurance Company and Arch Indemnity Insurance Company. Business in Canada is written by Arch Insurance Canada Ltd.
About Arch Capital Group Ltd.
Arch Capital Group Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACGL) is a publicly listed Bermuda exempted company with approximately $24.3 billion in capital at March 31, 2025. Arch, which is part of the S&P 500 Index, provides insurance, reinsurance and mortgage insurance on a worldwide basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries.