SAN FRANCISCO and CHICAGO / Nov. 10, 2008 - Equity Risk Partners, Inc. (ERP), the only full-service insurance brokerage and consulting firm focused exclusively on the private equity industry, has named respected insurance industry veteran Kim Hennessy Senior Managing Director of the company's Property/Casualty Practice. In her new position, Hennessy will be responsible for the overall management of the San Francisco, Chicago and New York property/casualty profit centers. She will oversee market relations, client service and due diligence services.

"Kim brings an exceptional wealth of insurance-related managerial experience and expertise to Equity Risk Partners, which I am sure will be an incredible benefit to our partners in the private equity industry," said Michael Marcon, Founder and CEO, Equity Risk Partners, Inc. "We are excited to have her as a key asset for our firm, helping us further enhance our Property/Casualty Practice and ultimately achieve our overall growth goals."

Hennessy brings more than 18 years of experience to her new role as Senior Managing Director with Equity Risk Partners. Prior to joining ERP, she was the mutlilines manager at Marsh, where she held a variety of marketing and management positions that focused on serving mid-sized accounts for both their Chicago and Minneapolis offices. Before her time at Marsh, Hennessy worked for Willis, Johnson & Higgins and Chubb Group of Insurance Companies, holding increasing management positions throughout her years of service at each company.

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About Equity Risk Partners
Equity Risk Partners is the only insurance brokerage, employee benefits and risk management consulting firm focused exclusively on the needs of the private equity industry and its portfolio companies. Founded in 2001, the company is dedicated to improving the efficiency, structure and return of private equity transactions through consistent and timely due diligence. Combining extensive industry experience with a dedication to excellence, they deliver creative, cost-effective insurance solutions, as well as innovative product and financing alternatives. Headquartered in San Francisco, Equity Risk Partners has a nationwide presence with additional offices in New York and Chicago. More information is available at www.equityriskpartners.com.  

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