Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited announced the appointment of John Varnell as Vice President, Corporate Development, while continuing to assist as Fairfax's liaison with the financial community. The office of Chief Financial Officer of Fairfax is being assumed by David Bonham who, as Fairfax's Vice President, Financial Reporting for eight years, has worked closely with John. Additionally, Brad Martin has moved into the new role of Vice President, Strategic Investments, where he will provide support as a member of the board of directors of Fairfax's significant investee partners. Paul Rivett, who is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Hamblin Watsa Investment Counsel, will now also oversee internal operations at Fairfax as Vice President, Operations.