W. R. Berkley founder William R. Berkley dies at 80
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W. R. Berkley Corporation Announces the Passing of Its Founder and Executive Chairman, William R. Berkley
June 9, 2026 6:10 PM EDTGREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) announced with deep sadness the passing of its founder and Executive Chairman, William R. Berkley, today at the age of 80.
Mr. Berkley founded the Company in 1967 and, over the course of nearly six decades, built it into a Fortune 500 company that is one of the worlds leading commercial insurance organizations. His vision, discipline, and unwavering commitment to an entrepreneurial culture focused on underwriting excellence and long-term results shaped the Companys success and leaves an enduring imprint on... More
