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Iakov Filimonov/Shutterstock.comMarkel Group Inc (NYSE:MKL) has recently moved to bolster its insurance teams. On June 15, the company announced the appointment of two executives to its Canadian construction unit. It appointed Alisha Everett as the assistant vice president and Nicholas Doy as the manager of the unit, which is known as Contractors, Trades and Construction Services.The company said these executives bring experience and insights that will help strengthen its underwriting capabilities and accelerate its profitable growth. It said Everett will work on market engagement and risk appetite. Doy will support brokerage engagement, portfolio development, and underwriting performance.Meanwhile, Markel on May 21 appointed Danny O’Donoghue to head its fine art unit in London. It said O’Donoghue will lead the expansion of the fine art portfolio. While announcing O’Donoghue’s appointment, Markel said that galleries, private collectors, and jewelers are facing new risks as asset values rise and high-profile thefts increase.These appointments come as Markel seeks to improve its core insurance business and repurchase 10% of its shares in under five years.Markel Group Inc (NYSE:MKL) is a conglomerate whose operations span insurance, stock investment, and a portfolio of wholly-owned companies. Some fondly call it the mini Berkshire Hathaway. The company was founded in 1930 and is based in Virginia.While we acknowledge the potential of MKL as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you’re looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.READ NEXT: 10 Most Promising Healthcare Stocks According to Wall Street Analysts and 15 High-Growth Large-Cap Stocks to Invest In Now.Disclosure: None. Follow Insider Monkey on Google News.
