RENO, Nev.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 24, 2017-- Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EIG) today announced that Bertrum Carroll has been named vice president, chief information security officer. In this role, Carroll leads the company’s strategic security program and provides operational support for security infrastructure. He is responsible for maintaining a corporate-wide information security program to ensure information assets are adequately protected while supporting the business objectives of EMPLOYERS. Carroll is based in EMPLOYERS’ Reno, Nev. office.

Carroll has 30 years of experience in various information security roles. He previously served as director, global information security operations for SC Johnson. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, a Master’s degree in Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science as well as multiple certifications in cyber security, audit, and risk management.

About Employers Holdings, Inc.

Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:EIG) is a holding company with subsidiaries that are specialty providers of workers' compensation insurance and services focused on select small businesses engaged in low-to-medium hazard industries. The company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 36 states and the District of Columbia. Insurance is offered by Employers Insurance Company of Nevada, Employers Compensation Insurance Company, Employers Preferred Insurance Company, and Employers Assurance Company, all rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company. Additional information can be found at: www.employers.com.

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Source: Employers Holdings, Inc.

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