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Our Culture and Values

Doing right by our customers, distribution partners, employees, communities, and the world at large is central to the culture of Berkley and the cornerstone to our success.

OUR VALUES

A Shared Vision of Excellence

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

Our Approach to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Berkley places a premium on innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit, which can only come from fresh and varied perspectives. This is why Berkley is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce of talented people from all backgrounds, and developing that talent through professional training programs that help to ensure all our employees are eligible for advancement.

Code of Ethics

Our Code of Ethics and Business Conduct outlines how we address diversity and inclusion to provide equal opportunities for all Berkley employees. Also, many of our insurance businesses have diversity and inclusion committees that support these policies.

Education

We are committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, free of discrimination. We do so through our comprehensive employee education and training programs and ongoing diversity-related courses, available to all employees.

Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging Committee

To further strengthen and complement the efforts of our 55+ insurance businesses, we have established a corporate Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee, led by senior management at W. R. Berkley Corporation.

CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY

Responsible Community Partners

Sustainability at Berkley

Doing the right thing for our people, our communities, and the environment earns the
trust of our policyholders, distribution partners, employees, and shareholders, enabling us to grow our business profitably and meet the diverse needs of our stakeholders. The simple concept of “doing the right thing” embodies the principles that guide the way we do business. It is embedded in our culture and exemplified by our employees each and every day.
 

Our four guiding principles—“Everything Counts, Everyone Matters®,” “Always Do Right,” “Act Responsibly,” and “Embrace Innovation”—serve as the cornerstone of our success and our Company values. Every day, our Businesses are guided by our principles and values in their work, team engagement, and community contributions. These principles add sustainability and resilience to Berkley while also contributing to the broader society.

Community Involvement

Berkley has a long-standing tradition of community involvement and intends to continue to support the people where we live and work.

We provide community support at a local level and through our funding of the W. R. Berkley Corporation Charitable Foundation (“Foundation”). The purpose of the Foundation is to enhance employee generosity that originates at Berkley and our Businesses. Berkley Businesses submit requests to the Foundation, which then evaluates potential donations. Berkley and our employees have focused time and resources making an impact in the following three areas: supporting the next generation, food insecurity, and the environment.

2025 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

LEADERSHIP

Leaders and Innovators

Berkley’s culture is defined by our founder, William R. Berkley, an innovator and leader in the insurance industry. To this day, Berkley emphasizes a people-first approach to our employees, partners, and customers, and has built a Fortune 500 company with more than 8,000 (re)insurance professionals who share the same core values.

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