Everest Insurance International launches operations in Colombia

Everest announced the start of operations of its local entity in Bogotá, as Everest Compañía de Seguros Generales Colombia SA, after having obtained all the authorizations required by regulation from the Colombian Financial Superintendence.

Mauricio Ocampo Gómez, Country Manager, will lead a team that will focus its efforts on providing exceptional service and tailored solutions to meet the different needs of companies with a presence in the region. The launch of Everest in Colombia is a significant step in its strategic expansion in Latin America, following its recent opening in Mexico.

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“We will begin operations in Colombia with a broad and deep offering of innovative products and a high-level underwriting team with a deep understanding of the needs of the local market, empowered to provide a high-standard service to our clients and brokers,” said Ocampo.

Everest’s Bogotá office will offer a range of insurance products and risk management solutions, tailored for relevant industries, including property, liability and financial lines products.

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“Colombia represents an exciting growth opportunity for Everest Insurance International. We are mobilizing a new commitment to the Latin American market to address the emerging challenges and risks facing the market,” said Pablo Korze, Senior Vice President and Regional President for Latin America.

“With more than 50 years of financial strength, our deep experience, rapid market response and customer-centric approach, we will have the opportunity to bring our world-class services and additional capabilities to the Colombian market,” added Adam Clifford, co-leader of Everest Insurance International®. “As we continue to expand our global footprint, I look forward to working closely with Mauricio and his team of highly skilled and agile underwriters to address the unique needs of brokers and clients.”.

Everest common stock (NYSE: EG) is a component of the S&P 500 index.