AM Best assigns a Financial Strength Rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of ‘a-’ (Excellent) to CareSource Reinsurance LLC (CareSource Re), based in Helena, Montana.

Performa appoints Warren Miller as head of relationship management. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Miller previously served as senior relationship manager for the firm.

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) announces the launch of Secure Harbor, a group captive insurance company specifically designed for skilled nursing, assisted living, and senior living communities.

The Arizona Captive Insurance Association (AZCIA) announces its Annual One-Day Captive Insurance Symposium, scheduled to take place at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale on 22 October 2026.

The Vermont Captive Insurance Association (VCIA) announces its first quarter webinar, focusing on regulatory updates within the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation’s (DFR) captive division.

Guy Carpenter appoints John West as senior vice president and deputy captive segment leader, legacy. West, who is based in New York, also holds the title of senior vice president at the firm.

Asta, a specialist underwriting platform provider, announces the launch of managing general agent (MGA) Verde Risk Management Limited (Verde).

Hale Stewart joins Dickinson Wright’s Austin office as of counsel. He focuses his practice on insurance regulatory and tax matters, specifically within the captive insurance arena.

Ascentia Partners appoints David Schupak as an executive advisor to its human capital practice.

Brown & Brown has expanded the role of Jennifer Masters to include international operations leader.

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation (DFR) appoints Christine Brown as deputy commissioner of its captive insurance division.

The Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) has published a consultation paper proposing a dedicated regulatory framework for a new Parametric Special Purpose Insurance (PSPI) class.