Markel Corporation

Markel Ventures owns and operates a family of companies outside the insurance industry, employing thousands of people across the manufacturing, consumer, business services, financial services, and healthcare sectors. Each of its businesses operates independently yet retains the benefit of the sound foundation of the Markel Corporation. Markel's goal is to 'buy, build, and hold.' A subsequent sale or exit is not part of the business model. Each company is financed with permanent capital (no debt), providing management maximum operating flexibility.