W.R. Berkley Appoints Vice President-Treasurer

W. R. Berkley Corp. on Monday announced the appointment of Richard M. Baio to the newly created office of vice president-treasurer, effective immediately.Baio will be responsible for managing the investment, accounting and tax departments, global currency, banking relationships, and all related treasury functions, W.R. Berkley said. He assumes the position of treasurer from Eugene G. Ballard, who remains senior vice president-chief financial officer. Baio, 40, has more than 19 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, having served most recently as a director in Mer...