Everest Insurance has appointed Kyle Adams to lead its Bermuda operations.

“In this role, Kyle will focus on establishing and growing Everest’s Bermuda insurance operations — a growing and innovative market for our clients and trading partners,” said a spokesman from the company.

Mr Adams comes to Everest with over 20 years of experience, including a decade operating in Bermuda.

Most recently, he held the title of co-chief executive officer for JLT Specialty Bermuda and led JLT Bermuda’s financial and professional lines practice.

Prior to his time at JLT, Mr Adams spent 19 years with Aon’s Financial Services Group in Bermuda and the United States. He has a Bachelor of Science in business administration-finance from the University of Vermont. He also has his chartered financial analyst, chartered property casualty underwriter, and registered professional liability underwriter designations.

“Kyle brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and strong, well-developed relationships in the Bermuda market to Everest,” said Mike Karmilowicz, president of Everest Specialty Underwriters. “The addition of Kyle and the establishment of our Bermuda operation signify our commitment to becoming a world class speciality diversified insurance company, and allow us to further expand our distribution footprint and capabilities to help better serve the needs of our clients.”