Fireman's Fund CEO Resigns, No Reason Given

Joseph J. Beneducci tendered his resignation as chief executive officer at Fireman's Fund Insurance Co. effective immediately, and the company said Monday that former CEO Chuck Kavitsky will be his replacement on an interim basis. Kavitsky moves over from Allianz of America, where he was president. He thanked Beneducci for his contributions to Fireman's Fund's success. Kavitsky served as chief executive of Fireman's Fund from 2004 to 2006 before his promotion to president of Allianz of America (AZOA) in January. The company said that a successor to Beneducci will be named "in due course." ...