In his new role, Stone will be responsible for underwriting and marketing commercial contractor’s insurance through selected wholesalers on behalf of the company.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Stone will report to Frank Dunne, senior vice president of Align’s specialty division.

Commenting on the appointment, Align General Insurance CEO, Kieran Sweeney, said: "Stone has over 40 years’ experience underwriting excess and surplus lines casualty business in the western US. We are very fortunate to have someone with Bob’s reputation and experience as part of our senior underwriting team."

Founded in 2003, Align General Insurance offers insurance product development and underwriting management solutions to insurance and reinsurance companies.

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