Hyperion has "lots of deals in the pipeline", says David Howden
Hyperion CEO says investment by CDPQ will take broker to the "next stage of growth".
David Howden, chief executive officer of Hyperion, has stated that the broking firm is set to make acquisitions and invest in technology, following the investment in the firm by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ).
CDPQ bought a “significant minority stake” in the business for $400m (£298m), and Howden told Insurance Age that the company would take the broking firm forward alongside General Atlantic, which has invested in the business since 2013.
The CEO explained that the business
Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.
To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@insuranceage.co.uk or view our subscription options here: https://subscriptions.insuranceage.co.uk/subscribe
You are currently unable to print this content. Please contact info@insuranceage.co.uk to find out more.
You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@insuranceage.co.uk to find out more.
Copyright Infopro Digital Limited. All rights reserved.
As outlined in our terms and conditions, https://www.infopro-digital.com/terms-and-conditions/subscriptions/ (point 2.4), printing is limited to a single copy.
If you would like to purchase additional rights please email info@insuranceage.co.uk
Copyright Infopro Digital Limited. All rights reserved.
You may share this content using our article tools. As outlined in our terms and conditions, https://www.infopro-digital.com/terms-and-conditions/subscriptions/ (clause 2.4), an Authorised User may only make one copy of the materials for their own personal use. You must also comply with the restrictions in clause 2.5.
If you would like to purchase additional rights please email info@insuranceage.co.uk
More on Broker
NFP deal to turbocharge Bspoke’s growth – Smyth
Tim Smyth, Bspoke CEO, predicts accelerated growth for the collection of managing general agents following the NFP deal last week, as he explains there will not be a dependency and the broker will not be at the front of the queue.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: Ageas’ Claire Green
As we countdown to Broker Expo in October we caught up Claire Green, director of distribution at exhibitor Ageas who explains why she is looking forward to engaging with brokers, swapping ideas and discovering where the insurer can help, as we collectively head into 2026.
Lloyd & Whyte Group grows again in 2024 with three deals and a sale
Somerset-based Lloyd & Whyte Group grew turnover by 5.9% in 2024, in a year it made three acquisitions and returned to pre-tax profit with a sale.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: Beazley’s Sam Franks
As we count down to Broker Expo in October, we caught up with Sam Franks, country manager and head of partner engagement – UK and Ireland – at exhibitor Beazley, who explains how it can work with brokers to help clients build their resilience in an uncertain environment.
Adler Fairways parent adds two to leadership team
UKGI Group, the parent company of Adler Fairways, has appointed Millie Smith as group development director and Kelly Finney-Hughes as head of operations.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: Trade & Commercial’s Colin Halliday
As we count down to Broker Expo in October, we caught up with speaker Colin Halliday, owner of Trade & Commercial Broking Services, who will be taking part in a workshop on using claims data to drive renewal outcomes.
Newbie News: Activate Insurance Broker
Jordan Walker founded Activate Insurance Broker which launched on 1 August. Looking to scale the business through niche areas he explains why going the directly authorised route was right for him.
Three more deals for DR&P
DR&P Group has taken “significant control” of IFS Risk Solutions, Treelyn (Insurance Services) and Umbrella IS, pushing the firm up the most active buyer ranking, Insurance Age can reveal.