ProAssurance Corporation announced that Edward L. (Ned) Rand, Jr., has succeeded W. Stancil Starnes as Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective July 1, 2019. Mr. Rand will retain his responsibilities as President of the Company. During his tenure at ProAssurance, Mr. Rand has served as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President, and Senior Vice President of Finance.

Mr. Starnes has transitioned solely into the role of Executive Chairman of the Board, while Thomas A. S. Wilson, M.D., will continue to serve as the independent lead director for the Board.