President, executive liability division
Great American Insurance Group
After graduating from DePaul University with a finance degree, Jane Kornesczuk joined CNA Insurance, which launched her passion for D&O underwriting. In 1990, she joined the executive liability division within Great American Insurance Group and has become one of the leading D&O executives within the industry.
Two years ago, she was promoted to divisional president, becoming the first woman to hold this position, overseeing a business operation with over 130 employees with numerous locations across the US and in Toronto
As a senior executive who embraces diversity in the workplace, Kornesczuk is a sought-after mentor within Great American Insurance Group and the industry as a whole, as she has a strong desire to see others succeed. In her role as a trustee for the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS), Kornesczuk supports the organization’s mission of “being the global community for the professional liability insurance industry by providing essential knowledge, thought leadership and career development opportunities.”
