MARCH 19, 2026 | HOUSTON – Trident Marine Managers (“Trident”), a Ryan Specialty (NYSE: RYAN) managing general underwriter, is pleased to announce the appointment of Karolina Krol as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Trident offers specialty marine and offshore energy insurance solutions and is part of Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers (“RSUM”), the underwriting management division of Ryan Specialty.

Karolina has over 20 years of insurance industry experience. In this role, Karolina will oversee Trident’s day-to-day operations, operational strategy and cross-functional alignment to ensure that Trident’s execution remains disciplined, efficient and tightly aligned with its long-term vision.

Commenting on Karolina’s appointment, Martin Hayes, Managing Director of Trident, said, “This strategic addition to our executive team reinforces our commitment to scaling the business, enhancing our operational capabilities, and delivering even greater value to our customers and trading partners across our portfolio. Karolina brings a proven track record of leading high-performing organizations, driving operational transformation and building resilient, future-ready platforms.”

Karolina added, “Great operations aren’t just about systems—they’re about people aligned around a clear mission. At Trident Marine Managers, we’re building disciplined processes, empowering great people and creating AI based efficiencies with the goal to have execution consistently outperforming expectations.”

Karolina can be reached at: karolina.krol@tridentmm.com or 346-444-8677.

About Trident Marine Managers

Trident Marine Managers is a leading specialty marine and offshore energy Managing General Underwriter dedicated to serving the insurance needs of the maritime industry in the United States for over 35 years. Trident is a full-service MGU with a consistent track record for growth and profitability. Trident offers nationwide coverages with a focus on marine and energy operations in the Gulf of Mexico. To learn more, please visit tridentmm.com.

About Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers

Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers is an industry leader in delegated authority underwriting services. Our family of managing general underwriters and national programs have the expertise and authority to design, underwrite, bind, and administer a diverse portfolio of risks. Our value proposition originates with our 1500+ industry professionals who are empowered by centralized technical support and policy lifecycle administration, coupled with a broad distribution network of retail and wholesale brokers. We have been diligently servicing our valued clients and trading partners since our establishment in 2010 and now have operations in North America, the UK, Europe and Asia Pacific. To learn more, please visit ryanspecialtyum.com.

Media Contact

Alice Phillips Topping
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Ryan Specialty
Alice.Topping@ryanspecialty.com
+1 312-635-5976