Thomas Gayner

Markel; "mini-Berkshire," equity allocator inside insurance float

Thomas Gayner serves as Co-Chief Executive Officer of Markel Corporation, a specialty insurer and holding company. He oversees Markel's global investment portfolio, built on a disciplined buy-and-hold approach to equities financed by underwriting float. His record of steady capital allocation has earned Markel its reputation as a 'mini-Berkshire,' attracting a following among long-term value investors.