Doubtless appoints Karl Wiley as Regional President for North America

CHICAGO, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Doubtless, a global pet insurance and solutions organization, today announced Karl Wiley, has been appointed North America Regional Leader, effective October 12, 2026. In this role, Wiley will lead Doubtless' North American operations and portfolio of pet insurance and pet care brands, helping advance the company's mission of increasing access to quality care and providing greater peace of mind for pet parents.

Wiley succeeds Kirk Haggard, who is retiring after a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades in the insurance industry and serving as CEO of Independence Pet Holdings and a key leader in the evolution of the business into Doubtless.

"As we further Doubtless' leadership as a global pet care company, Karl brings the combination of operational excellence, customer focus and growth leadership needed for our next chapter," said Dirk Beeckman, CEO of Doubtless. "Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an ability to scale businesses, lead high-performing teams and deliver innovative solutions that create value for customers and partners. We are excited to welcome Karl to Doubtless."

Beeckman added, "I also want to thank Kirk Haggard for his leadership and dedication over the past several years. Kirk played an important role in strengthening our North American business, helping position us for long-term success and laying the foundation for the launch of Doubtless. On behalf of our entire organization, we wish him all the best in his retirement."

Wiley joins Doubtless with more than 30 years of experience spanning consumer and protection businesses, having spent time at Allstate, Shutterfly, Motif, eBay, Alibris and MicroPlace. He has a wealth of knowledge in many diverse areas including strategy development, operational efficiency, sales and marketing effectiveness, and talent development, all of which are critical to the continued success and growth of Doubtless. 

"I'm honored to join Doubtless at such an exciting moment in the company's journey," said Wiley. "The opportunity to help more pet parents access the care their pets need, while working alongside a talented team and an exceptional portfolio of brands, is incredibly compelling. Doubtless has built a strong foundation and a clear mission, and I look forward to partnering with colleagues across the organization to continue driving growth, innovation and better outcomes for pets and their families."

About Doubtless
Doubtless is a global pet insurance and solutions organization with a mission to lead increased access to, and quality of, pet care. Independence Pet Holdings and Pinnacle Pet Group are now operating as Doubtless which offers a diverse portfolio of trusted pet insurance brands and innovative pet care solutions. Operating across 10 markets globally, Doubtless empowers pet parents and veterinary professionals to make pet care decisions based on medicine, not budget. Today, Doubtless protects more than 6 million insured pets. For more information, visit www.doubtlesspet.com.

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