FirstAm Names EVP

Dennis J. Gilmore, who heads the Property Information Segment of The First American Corp., Santa Ana, Calif., has been named executive vice president of the company.In the new post, Mr. Gilmore will focus on products and services that involve multiple operating segments, First American said. However, he will continue to lead the Property Information Segment, which consists of five subsidiaries, including First American Real Estate Solutions and eAppraiseIT LLC. Parker S. Kennedy, First American's president and chief executive officer, said Mr. Gilmore's "extensive knowledge of title operations, mortgage-related services, and property information technology uniquely qualifies him for this important role." The company can be found online at http://www.firstam.com.