CNA Launches Cardinal E&S℠, A CNA Brand to Deepen Commitment to Excess & Surplus Market

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CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) has launched Cardinal E&S, a new brand dedicated to serving the excess and surplus (E&S) market. The strategic expansion builds upon CNA's established presence in the E&S space and demonstrates their commitment to the wholesale distribution channel. Cardinal E&S will focus on specialized underwriting across casualty, property, healthcare, and financial lines, emphasizing expertise, rapid response times, and customized solutions. The brand operates under CNA's Global Underwriting Presidents with five dedicated leaders: Erika Palass (Casualty), Robert Martin (Property), Jessica Landau (Healthcare), Christopher Clementi (Financial Lines), and Mary Rimbey (National Distribution).

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• Strategic expansion into E&S market through dedicated brand shows commitment to growth
• Specialized underwriting teams across multiple business lines indicate comprehensive market coverage
• Established leadership structure with dedicated teams suggests strong operational foundation
• Leverages existing successful track record and reputation in E&S space

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CHICAGO, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) today announced the launch of Cardinal E&S, A CNA Brand, furthering its dedication to serving the excess and surplus (E&S) market. This strategic expansion reinforces CNA's continued commitment to delivering specialized solutions to our customers. 

Cardinal E&S will continue to partner with our wholesale brokers through our dedicated, specialized underwriting teams focused on casualty, property, healthcare and financial lines, and a commitment to deep expertise, fast response times, and customized solutions. 

"Over the past several years, CNA has built a strong presence and a successful track record in the E&S space and the launch of Cardinal E&S reflects our continued investment in and commitment to the wholesale distribution channel," said Doug Worman, President and CEO of CNA. "CNA has an established reputation as a trusted carrier in the E&S space, and the dedicated brand of Cardinal E&S marks a significant evolution in how we continue to serve the dynamic wholesale market."

Cardinal E&S operates under the strategic guidance of CNA's Global Underwriting Presidents. Under their leadership, Cardinal E&S is powered by specialized, dedicated teams for each business line. These wholesale teams are led by five leaders: Erika Palass, Casualty; Robert Martin, Property; Jessica Landau, Healthcare; Christopher Clementi, Financial Lines and Mary Rimbey, National Distribution. 

For more information on Cardinal E&S, visit www.cardinalcna.com 

About CNA 
CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 125 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe. For more information, please visit CNA at www.cna.com.

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FAQ

What is Cardinal E&S and how does it relate to CNA Financial Corporation?

Cardinal E&S is a new brand launched by CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) dedicated to serving the excess and surplus market, operating under CNA's Global Underwriting Presidents with specialized underwriting teams.

What business lines does CNA's Cardinal E&S cover?

Cardinal E&S covers four main business lines: casualty, property, healthcare, and financial lines, each with dedicated specialized underwriting teams.

Who are the key leaders of Cardinal E&S's business lines?

The key leaders are Erika Palass (Casualty), Robert Martin (Property), Jessica Landau (Healthcare), Christopher Clementi (Financial Lines), and Mary Rimbey (National Distribution).

How will Cardinal E&S distribute its products?

Cardinal E&S will partner with wholesale brokers through dedicated, specialized underwriting teams, focusing on the wholesale distribution channel.

What are the main focus areas of Cardinal E&S's service approach?

Cardinal E&S focuses on deep expertise, fast response times, and customized solutions for their customers in the E&S market.