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Khalid Brammer-Blackman is senior vice president of construction excess at Arch Insurance North America, where he leads strategy, underwriting execution, and portfolio performance for a sizable business segment. With 12 years of industry experience, he has built a reputation as both a technical expert and entrepreneurial leader within the excess casualty and construction markets.
Since joining Arch in 2021, Brammer-Blackman has risen rapidly through leadership roles, ultimately assuming full responsibility for the construction excess unit. With a strong foundation in underwriting and risk assessment, he brings extensive experience from roles at leading global insurers, including AXA XL, AIG, and AmTrust Financial.
Beyond his core role, Brammer-Blackman is deeply committed to advancing the insurance industry. A 2023 RISE “35 Under 35” honoree, he served on its Strategic Planning Board and helped launch the Boston chapter of the National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA).
Brammer-Blackman earned his bachelor’s degree in Disaster and Emergency Management from York University and his Master of Science in Risk Management and Insurance from Florida State University.
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Khalid Brammer-Blackman
Senior Vice President, Construction Excess Arch Insurance North America
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