Argonaut Group Inc., based in San Antonio, reported that Rodney N. Sargent has been appointed vice president of corporate marketing and communications.
“I am pleased to add such strong marketing leadership to the organization,” said Mark E. Watson III, president and chief executive officer of Argonaut Group Inc. “Rod brings a wealth of marketing experience to this new role. As a key member of the leadership team, he will provide greater focus and energy to the marketing, branding and communications of Argonaut Group.”
Sargent’s experience includes executive management with several well-known national insurers. He held multiple leadership roles with Seattle-based SAFECO, including positions as corporate marketing officer and corporate e-commerce officer. Prior to joining Argonaut Group, Sargent was vice president of Marketing for the property and casualty companies of United Services Automobile Association (USAA).
“This is a tremendous opportunity with a solid and dynamic insurer,” Sargent said. “The leadership of Argonaut Group continually demonstrates a determined, specialized and disciplined underwriting philosophy; this clarity of direction will drive continued success. I am eager to leverage these strengths and build upon such a compelling brand identity.”
“Rod will contribute marketing support to our operating companies and to our valued distribution partners,” Watson said. “He will apply his experience in traditional and online marketing, advertising and product development to assist Argonaut in becoming the commercial insurer of choice.”
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