Management
UK Broker Awards 2022: Achievement Award
David Howden is at the helm of a multi-billion-dollar global business on a fast-paced consolidation spree, all the while campaigning for better self-regulation across the industry and greater disaster relief
Coversure Poole owner John Palmer buys Croydon franchise
Owner of three Coversure franchises, John Palmer, has purchased Coversure Croydon with plans to buy more.
Former vice-presidents renew call for an independent review of the CII
A new motion calling for an independent review of the Chartered Insurance Institute is to be tabled at the organisation’s annual general meeting next month, Insurance Age has learnt.
People Moves: 5-9 September 2022
Keeping you up to date with the latest insurance moves.
Blog: Why recruitment is the major challenge for the incoming CII head
Crescens George, of Wiser Academy , explains why recruitment must be the top priority for the new Chartered Insurance Institute boss as he calls for training to be more accessible.
People Moves: 15-19 August 2022
Keeping you up to date with the top personnel changes in insurance.
Zurich UK appoints Sam Thomas as head of retail underwriting
Zurich UK has named Sam Thomas, who is currently head of mid-market, as head of retail underwriting, Insurance Age can reveal.
People Moves: 1-5 August 2022
Stay informed of the top personnel changes in insurance.
Jaime Swindle becomes CEO of the UK commercial MGA at Geo Underwriting
Jaime Swindle has started a new position as CEO of the UK commercial MGA at Geo Underwriting having moved across to the unit's leadership team in December.
FCA names Ashley Alder as chair
HM Treasury has appointed Ashley Alder as the new chair of the Financial Conduct Authority succeeding Charles Randell.
People Moves: 4-8 July 2022
Stay informed of the top personnel changes in insurance.
Brand succeeds Catlin as Convex group CEO
Paul Brand has become group CEO of start-up Convex succeeding co-founder Stephen Catlin who remains as executive chairman.
Hiscox names Flaquet as group COO
Hiscox has appointed Stéphane Flaquet to the newly created role of group chief operating officer.
James Hands to take over from Greg Collins as CEO at Miller
James Hands will succeed Greg Collins as Miller CEO, the broker has confirmed.
Allianz agrees to sell majority stake in Russian operations
Allianz has agreed to sell a majority stake in its Russian operations to Interholding, the owner of Russian insurer Zetta insurance.
RSA re-jigs leadership team to bring customer operations and claims together
RSA has promoted Karl Helgesen to chief operating officer with Louisa Leonard becoming managing director for personal lines to replace Kay Martin who is retiring.
The accidental insurance broker – Brokerbility boss Ashwin Mistry
Profile: How Ashwin Mistry took a wrong turn and ended up in insurance. Interview by Siân Barton
Willis: Predator or Prey?
News analysis: Following the Aon/Willis Towers Watson deal collapse David Worsfold explores if WTW will turn hunter or hunted amid the fallout from the failed $30bn deal.
Blog: Ardonagh's swoop for 'brand Bayles' is a logical one rooted in past success
As Phil Bayles becomes the latest Aviva senior manager to join Ardonagh, Jonathan Swift suggests that having built his 'brand' at the insurer, he is well primed to now make his mark in the broker space.
Blog: It’s Simply Business as Markerstudy finally lands Brightside
As Markerstudy acquires Brightside Jonathan Swift looks at a deal over seven years in the making that has highlighted a tale of two investments for Anacap.
Blog: how brokers can protect themselves from cyber threats
With cyber attacks growing in frequency, alongside stricter data regulation, Alex Haynes of CDL explains how brokers can ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.
Blog: Moving on from ‘I just fell into insurance’
Gallagher’s Claire Davies considers how the industry can begin to attract school leavers and make insurance a career choice instead of a happy accident.
Meeting private equity: Tom Elliott, Bowmark Capital
Private equity is driving an M&A boom in UK broking but often we don't know who is behind it. Insurance Age gets to know the key figures.
Aviva expands broker apprenticeship programme
The provider is offering a job swap or placement to participants in the programme.