EMPLOYERS appoints Jeffrey P. Lisenby as Executive Vice President, General Counsel
EMPLOYERS appoints Jeffrey P. Lisenby as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, bringing 25 years of experience from ProAssurance Corporation. Lisenby's expertise in insurance law and regulatory compliance will support the company's growth and navigation of the evolving regulatory landscape. His appointment underscores EMPLOYERS' commitment to strengthening its leadership team.

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EMPLOYERS, a leading provider of workers' compensation insurance solutions for America's small and mid-sized businesses, has appointed Jeffrey P. Lisenby as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. The appointment strengthens the company's leadership as it navigates an evolving regulatory landscape and continues its growth trajectory. Lisenby's extensive experience in insurance law and regulatory matters is expected to bolster EMPLOYERS' legal and compliance functions.
Lisenby joins EMPLOYERS from ProAssurance Corporation, a multiline specialty insurance holding company, where he spent 25 years as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary. During his tenure, he was a member of the executive leadership team and advised the Board of Directors and senior management on insurance regulatory compliance, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, government relations, and enterprise risk management. His background aligns with EMPLOYERS' focus on disciplined market approaches and comprehensive coverage solutions.
"Jeff has spent more than two decades building deep expertise in insurance law and regulatory matters, and that background will serve EMPLOYERS well," said Kathy Antonello, president and chief executive officer of EMPLOYERS. "As we continue to grow and navigate an evolving regulatory landscape, we look forward to the expertise and counsel he will bring to the company."
Lisenby holds a Juris Doctor from The University of Alabama School of Law, where he earned membership in the Order of the Coif and Order of the Barristers. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from The University of Alabama. Following law school, he served as a judicial clerk to the Honorable James H. Hancock of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. Additionally, he is a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and a member of several professional organizations, including the Alabama State Bar and the Association of Corporate Counsel.
Key Details of the Appointment
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| New Role | Executive Vice President, General Counsel |
| Previous Company | ProAssurance Corporation |
| Tenure at Previous Company | 25 years |
| Key Expertise | Insurance regulatory compliance, corporate governance, M&A |
| Education | Juris Doctor, The University of Alabama School of Law |
"EMPLOYERS has built a strong reputation as a workers' compensation leader, and I have long respected the company's disciplined approach to the market," said Lisenby. "I look forward to working alongside the executive team and the Board to support the company's continued growth and to build on the strong foundation already in place."
EMPLOYERS operates throughout the United States, except for four states served exclusively by state funds. Its subsidiaries, including Employers Insurance Company of Nevada and Cerity Insurance Company, offer workers' compensation insurance and related services. Each insurance subsidiary is rated A (Excellent) by AM Best.
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