Amanda Blanc
2019 in review: the year's top stories
This year's top stories featured MS Amlin, Tokio Marine Kiln, Marsh Commercial, Ardonagh, Gallagher and Amanda Blanc.
2019 in review: December’s top stories
This month brought about the return of Amanda Blanc to insurance as she accepted roles at Aviva, ERS, and Trov.
Amanda Blanc chooses Trov as exclusive InsurTech signing
Firm stated that Blanc will not become an advisor at any other global InsurTech.
2019 in review: July's top stories
In July, the market was shocked by the departure of Amanda Blanc from Zurich after only nine months in the CEO EMEA role.
Brokers welcome Amanda Blanc back to UK insurance
Blanc has taken on NED roles at Aviva and ERS with experts predicting further announcements are to come.
The Insurance Age Podcast: 6 December 2019
Siân Barton and Laurence Eastham discuss the week's most popular news stories, including the return of Amanda Blanc and the launch of Cuvva's new motor product.
Amanda Blanc’s second NED role revealed
Blanc, whose Aviva appointment was also announced this week, has joined a specialist motor insurer to drive acquisitions and organic growth.
Amanda Blanc returns to UK insurance as Aviva NED
Former Axa UK boss Blanc left Zurich after only nine months earlier this year.
Jon Dye named as ABI chair
Dye takes over from Amanda Blanc, who resigned last week.
Zurich names Alison Martin as Amanda Blanc's successor
Blanc resigned from the EMEA CEO role at the provider last week.
Amanda Blanc leaves Zurich
Former Axa boss resigns after only nine months as EMEA CEO at Zurich.
Regulator sharpens focus on Lloyd's amid sexual harassment claims
Following the warning Lloyd's has revealed advisory committees designed to tackle diversity and inclusion featuring sector leaders such as Zurich's, Amanda Blanc, and the CII's, Sian Fisher, have been set up.
Review of the year: April 2018
In the main, the news of Amanda Blanc's move from Axa to Zurich dominated the headlines in April. Brokers were also particularly interested in the FCA's warning round renewal transparency, Towergate's financial results for 2017 and Jelf, which made its…
The Blog Spot: Did you spot Amanda Blanc's first big move at Zurich?
Is the appointment of David Martin from Allianz the first pointer of what brokers can expect from Amanda Blanc's Zurich?
Amanda Blanc to become ABI chair
Blanc is the first woman to chair the Association since it was formed more than 100 years ago.
News analysis: Blanc “an unbelievable gain for Zurich”
Market reacts to Axa group CEO of UK & Ireland Amanda Blanc’s decision to move
The Blog Spot: Filling in the Blanc?
There has been a lot of chat about how Axa might fill Amanda Blanc’s distinctive shoes but no real suggestions as to who could take her place. Siân Barton writes.
Amanda Blanc a "big loss to Axa and unbelievable gain for Zurich"
Blanc credited with turning Axa around.
Amanda Blanc leaves Axa for Zurich
She will succeed Gary Shaughnessy who is stepping down from a full-time role.
Amanda Blanc “exceptionally pleased” with UK & Ireland performance
The CEO praised the impact of the business' commercial lines division and insisted the "excellent" results had no bearing on McCafferty’s exit.
Axa UK & Ireland COR improves to 96.3% for 2017
Revenues also went up but underlying earnings fell.
Blog: Start-ups headed by ex-AIG and Axa directors prove InsurTech appeal is far from waning
Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift reflects on an emerging trend in the UK InsurTech sector.
Restructure will bring brokers closer to the board, says Axa
New leaders explain the insurer's format after Brendan McCafferty’s sudden departure.
Axa to "invest heavily" in brokers and innovation
Group CEO for UK & Ireland, Amanda Blanc, says insurer sees continued growth in motor and across commercial lines.