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Venbrook Group Names Awais Farooq Chief Claims Officer
Venbrook Group LLC ("Venbrook"), one of the fastest growing independently owned insurance brokerage, claims, and risk management consulting companies in the U.S., today announced the appointment of Awais Farooq as its new Chief Claims Officer (CCO), effective immediately. Farooq will oversee Venbrook's global claims operations, a pivotal role within the company to drive strategy and enhance service across the division.
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