Bermuda reinsurer Max Re Capital Ltd. yesterday announced the appointment of K. Bruce Connellas a director. The company also announced the nomination of Mr. Gordon F. Cheesbrough for election to the board at the company’s annual general meeting of shareholders in May.

W. Marston Becker, chairman and chief executive officer of Max Re Capital, said: “Bruce Connell and Gordon Cheesbrough are seasoned and successful financial industry veterans who will bring valuable experience and insights to the Max Re board.”

Mr. Connell retired in 2002, after spending 13 years with the XL Capital organisation.

Mr. Cheesbrough is the managing partner of Blair Franklin Capital Partners.