CNA

Headquarters address

1 North Franklin Street, Floor 9, Chicago, Illinois 60606, United States

Year established

1897
Size (employees) 6,000+
Global locations Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Guernsey, Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States
P&C net written premiums $10.7 billion (2025)
Expertise Commercial and specialty insurance, healthcare, construction, real estate, manufacturing, retail, financial institutions, professional services, small business, technology, and wholesale distribution
Key people Douglas M. Worman (president & CEO), Liz Aguinaga (EVP & chief HR officer), Daniel Franzetti (EVP & chief administrative officer), Steve Goldman (president global management & professional liability), David Haas (president global casualty), Bob Hopper (EVP & chief actuary), Mark James EVP, chief risk & reinsurance officer), Karen Keniff (president global construction), Song Kim (president global middle market), Scott Lindquist (EVP & CFO), Troy Mette (head of global distribution), Michael A. Nardiello (president global property), Jane Possell (EVP & chief information officer), Jalil Rehman (president & CEO, UK & Europe), Susan Stone (EVP & general counsel)

About CNA

CNA provides a broad range of insurance solutions for professionals and businesses in the US, Europe, Canada, and Asia. Its products and services focus on business interruption, cyber risk, commercial, commercial auto, commercial general liability, management liability, professional liability, equipment breakdown, inland marine, ocean marine, property, surety, umbrella and excess, warranty, and workers’ compensation.

The company also offers international business coverage that helps companies manage their global property, casualty, and professional risks – including kidnap & ransom, medical risk, management and professional liability, workers’ compensation, automobile, defence base act, marine, and accidental death & dismemberment.

History of CNA

CNA was founded in 1897 to provide insurance solutions that allow people to manage their risks better. It has since evolved its products and services to address its customers’ needs. It has also focused on widening its portfolio to address a wide range of business risks while focusing on specialised needs of various markets such as healthcare, technology, construction, manufacturing, financial institutions, professional services, and small businesses.

Leadership at CNA

Douglas M. Worman – president & CEO 

Doug Worman assumed the role of president and CEO of CNA Financial Corporation on January 1, 2025. This follows his tenure as executive vice-president and global head of underwriting. He joined the company in 2017.

Before his time at CNA, Worman served as CEO of Endurance U.S. Insurance and held executive positions at Alterra Capital Holdings and Sharebridge Underwriting Group. He began his insurance career at AIG, eventually becoming president and CEO of AIG Excess Casualty Group. 

Worman holds a degree from Pennsylvania State University. He is actively involved in industry organizations, including serving on the board of the Maurice Greenberg School of Risk Management. 

Culture at CNA

CNA achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2018 Corporate Equality Index for the third consecutive year – bringing to light the company’s commitment to employee volunteering, charitable giving, and creating a diverse workplace. It also focuses on helping customers and communities prepare for natural disasters and preserving the Earth’s natural resources.

Over the years, CNA has supported various organisations that improve the quality of life of local communities and has matched employees’ contributions to qualifying non-profit organisations. CNA’s employees also participate in various volunteer activities, including charity walks, home renovations, and other community service projects.

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