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Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: Blink Intermediary Solutions’ Zoe Williams
As we countdown to Broker Expo in October we caught up with Zoe Williams, divisional director of exhibitor Blink Intermediary Solutions who explains how it can help make life easier for brokers by discovering innovative insurance products.
Research into ‘value of commercial broking’ to be published in early October
The London & International Insurance Brokers’ Association has confirmed that its research paper into the value of commercial broking to the economy will be published this autumn before a major insurance conference in the US.
From insurer to broker – SRG’s Holmes on strengthening the joint relationship
Having departed Hiscox to join Specialist Risk Group as director of niches and schemes, Nicola Holmes shares her insights into how being a client advocate has deepened her appreciation for the value brokers bring.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: DCL’s Joe Hantson
As we countdown to Broker Expo in October we caught up with Joe Hantson, deputy CEO of exhibitor DCL who explains how brokers can gain an edge – regardless whether the market is hard or soft.
Blog: The impact of tariffs on the extended warranty market
Changing global trade conditions are reshaping repair economics. According to Ronan Conboy, founder and CEO of Carrow Insurance, brokers have a role to play in helping businesses adapt early to stay resilient and competitive.
Non-standard PL broker switches from Close Brothers to Premfina
Premfina has entered into a multiyear strategic premium finance partnership with personal lines broker One Answer Insurance, following Close Brothers' decision to pivot from personal lines.
Meet the MGA: Sutton Specialist Risks
SSR managing director Gary Uren outlines how 36 years of data/knowledge, coupled with the backing of Acrisure and long-standing insurer capacity, means it is in good shape to almost double in size over the next five years.
Insurance Day for Dementia returns on 27 November
Insurance Day for Dementia will return on Thursday 27 November, as Insurance United Against Dementia calls on the whole industry to get involved.
Top 100 broker recruits ex-Gallagher manager as commercial head
Specialist taxi and fleet broker Patons Insurance has recruited ex-Gallagher operations manager Steve Milner as its new head of commercial.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: HSB’s Terry Dyson
As we countdown to Broker Expo in October we caught up with Terry Dyson, managing director of the engineering insurance business at exhibitor HSB who explains how it aims to offer brokers compelling propositions to bridge cover gaps that their customers…
Clear expands Gallimore role as it appoints new chief people officer
Clear Group has appointed Barbara Duffy as group chief people and performance officer having expanded Victoria Gallimore’s role as group chief of staff.
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown: Aspray’s Ian Anderson
As we count down to Broker Expo in October we caught up with Ian Anderson, business development manager at exhibitor Aspray, who explains how brokers can add more value for clients without adding to their workloads.
Gallagher CEO Rea: AssuredPartners integration does not prevent M&A after ‘amicable’ end to PIB talks
The expected 12-18 month integration of the AssuredPartners UK and Irish businesses will not prevent Gallagher seeking more M&A in those territories following the “amicable” ending of talks with PIB.
Gallagher completes on AssuredPartners buy
Arthur J Gallagher has today announced it has closed the acquisition of AssuredPartners.
Allianz enhances QuoteSME platform with customer insight tool
Allianz has upgraded its QuoteSME e-trading platform with the launch of a new tool called Smart Broker Brief alongside a number of enhancements.
AI insurance broker launches backed by Aviva
Meshed, an artificial intelligence insurance broker, has launched following a pre-seed funding round of £950,000, backed by Aviva via Founders Factory and venture capital funds Haatch, along with angels.
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…
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…
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.