Markel Insurance Company (MIC) underwrites commercial lines coverages on an admitted basis for a variety of niche markets, as well as special risk accident & health and equine-related commercial and personal lines coverages. Serving specialty markets for more than 60 years, MIC strives for market leadership by providing excellent products, superior customer service, and market-specific risk management information.
Our Products
Property & Casualty Specialty Programs
- Child care centers, private schools, children's camps, Boys & Girls Clubs, and other youth organizations
- Health & fitness facilities, including health clubs; martial arts, dance, and gymnastics schools; and personal trainers
- B&Bs and country inns
- Museums, historic homes, and cultural centers
- Sports camps & amateur sports leagues
- Social service organizations
Accident & Health Specialty Programs
- College and K-12 student accident, sports accident, and student health
- Student life and student property
- Tuition Refund
- Sports camps & amateur sports leagues
- Basic health insurance
- Other special risk accident & health
Horse & Farm Programs
- Mortality & liability for horse owners
- Horse farms
- Commercial equine operations
- Horse shows and riding clubs
- Dude ranches and outfitters/guides
Markel Risk Solutions
Individual risk underwriting facility for select retail agency partners
New Programs
Prepared to write commercial lines program business in general liability or property dominated classes and special risk accident & health programs
Our Expertise
Innovative Products
Markel Insurance Company is a pioneer in specialty insurance. We were among the first insurance companies to provide specialized coverages and to develop policy forms and endorsements for the markets we serve. However, we haven't stopped there. As a leader in these markets, we have continually enhanced and improved our products to meet the changing needs of our customers.
Safety 1st Education Program
Markel Insurance Company is a leader in safety education, providing risk management tools and services unmatched by other insurers. Our customers have long benefited from training, seminars, newsletters, publications, videos, crisis intervention, and loss analysis - all at no extra charge. These efforts have helped customers avoid losses, keep their clients safe, insurance costs down, and ultimately, run their businesses more profitably.
Outstanding Claims Service
Markel Insurance Company's approach to claims handling sets us apart. Our in-house claims professionals understand the unique exposures of the markets we serve, and provide specialized expertise and attention seldom found in organizations relying heavily on third-party claims management services. We have the knowledge, authority and ability to act quickly, decisively and with understanding when claims occur.
Our Experience
Markel Insurance Company receives high marks for financial stability and claims paying ability from insurance industry analysts. In addition, we have access to the financial and underwriting resources of our strong parent company, Markel Corporation.
MIC associates are challenged to exceed customer expectations for quality and service. Accordingly, we provide our customers with prompt, courteous and knowledgeable service all the way from quote to claim. With outstanding products, risk management services, and financial stability, we are dedicated to helping customers make their businesses safer, their jobs easier, and their futures more secure.