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Heather Smith leaves Allianz to head Axa Health
Axa Health has named Allianz’s managing director for retail, Heather Smith, as its new CEO. Smith will take up the role in mid-January 2024.
Profile – Stephanie Ogden, HDI Global: Making a difference
Having progressed from a graduate trainee in Guildford to Allianz branch manager in Scotland, and via Lloyd’s in London to UK & Ireland managing director for HDI Global, Stephanie Ogden is ready to take brokers on the next step of the German-owned…
WTW names Joyner as new GB head
WTW has appointed Gaby Joyner as head of Great Britain replacing John Ball who retired from the firm in August 2023.
Barry Fehler - 60 years on the broking frontline
SEIB founder Barry Fehler reflects on his six decades in broking, covering everything from regulation to consolidation, as well as his support for the Institute of Insurance Brokers and the decline in market personalities. David Worsfold was there to…
My Perfect Broker Week: Clear Group’s Nick Smallcorn
To tie in with the first-ever UK Broker Week, we asked our speakers to outline what their perfect working week would look like. Nick Smallcorn, regional managing director, London, at Clear Group shares his thoughts.
We must embrace diversity if we expect consumers to embrace insurance
To better anticipate and respond to the needs of a rapidly changing world, the insurance sector’s workforce must reflect the world in which it operates argues Dan Cicchetti, senior director, client engagement UK and Ireland, LexisNexis Risk Solutions…
Editor’s letter: CEO Storah continues Aviva’s ‘entente cordiale’ with Canada
When Aviva needs a new UK and Ireland boss, Canada has become something of a go-to market.
Lucida Group adds Jon Sutton as CFO succeeding Mark Mugge
Lucida Group, which includes Right Choice Insurance Brokers, Bennetts and Moorhouse, has appointed Jon Sutton as chief financial officer succeeding Mark Mugge.
Ex-Covéa UK CEO Adrian Furness joins Activate Group
Former Covéa boss Adrian Furness has joined accident management group Activate as managing director of its motor repair network business, taking up the post on 2 October.
Abacai transfers claims team to law firm
The owner of broker Complete Cover, Abacai, has entered into a strategic partnership with HF, which will see members of its volume claims teams transfer to the law firm.
My Perfect Broker Week: Movo Partnership’s Lea Cheesbrough
To tie in with the first-ever UK Broker Week, we asked our speakers to outline what their perfect working week would look like. Movo Partnership managing director Lea Cheesbrough shares her thoughts.
People Moves: 4 – 8 September 2023
Keep up to date with the latest insurance personnel moves.
Bruce promoted to Brown & Brown Europe role as move to rebrand GRP gathers pace
Mike Bruce has been promoted to CEO of Brown & Brown Europe, as the firm continues on the path to rebrand Global Risk Partners.
WTW expands GB operations with two leaders and new Cardiff office
WTW has appointed Chris Milnes to run the North and Scotland.
My Perfect Broker Week: Allied Westminster’s Gavin Mitchell
To tie in with the first-ever UK Broker Week, we asked our speakers to outline what their perfect working week would look like. Gavin Mitchell, managing director, Allied Westminster (Insurance Services) shares his thoughts.
Ex-Allianz Commercial boss McGinn to become Dual UK CEO
Dual today announced the appointment of Simon McGinn as CEO of its UK business, subject to regulatory approval.
Aviva swoops for Zurich PL & MGA boss Gambrell as Martin builds out team
Aviva has added two new appointments to its distribution team, including a swoop for Zurich’s personal lines and MGA boss.
Gallagher unveils new retail cyber head Sam Cheshire
Gallagher has appointed Sam Cheshire as head of cyber for its UK & Ireland retail division.
Stuart Reid adds MGA to his NED portfolio
Insurtech MGA, Qlaims, has recruited Stuart Reid as a non-executive director.
Zurich grows graduate programme
Zurich UK has increased its number of graduate opportunities for 2023 while creating new “green graduate” roles in the renewable energy space.
My Perfect Broker Week: Bletchley Group’s Angela Irvine
To tie in with the first-ever UK Broker Week, we asked our speakers to outline what their perfect working week would look like. Birmingham Insurance Institute president and Bletchley Group sales director Angela Irvine shares her thoughts.
Canadian brokers praise ‘fantastic leader’ Storah ahead of move to become Aviva UK CEO
UK and Irish insurance brokers can expect their new local Aviva CEO to be an ‘enabler’ who ’understands the importance of strong broker relationships,’ according to their counterparts in Canada.
People Moves: 29 August – 1 September 2023
Stay in the loop with the latest insurance personnel moves.
My Perfect Broker Week: Clear Group’s Victoria Gallimore
To tie in with the first ever UK Broker Week, we asked our speakers to outline what their perfect working week would look like. Victoria Gallimore, group HR director, Clear Group shares her thoughts.