Succession
Outgoing Ageas CEO Andy Watson hailed for his broker focus
Sector also welcomes Ant Middle, who is set to take over the reins in June.
Clear Group acquires rights of light specialist
Lights & Legal managing director Dean Perkin will stay with the firm.
Cullum-backed Ataraxia expands broker capital options
Following investment from Minority Venture Partners, the organisation is planning to do 75 deals in the next three years.
Ten boss James Sharp to retire
Sharp, the last of the AR network's founders remaining in an executive position, will be succeeded by Dawn Derbyshire.
Broker distribution director to retire from Ageas
Insurer will reveal Chris Dobson’s replacement by the end of the year.
Bayles: Brexit an opportunity for brokers
Brexit uncertainty means brokers have the chance to add value to their clients, says Aviva MD of intermediaries.
Brokers' Brexit worries are growing, says Aviva
But research from the insurer shows that the number of brokers with succession plans in place has doubled since May 2018.
Willis IRM eyeing acquisitions
Business seeking small to medium brokers who need a succession plan.
Dixons completes MBO backed by Ataraxia
Deal puts succession plan in place at the broker, while Ataraxia takes minority stake in the business.
'Talent crisis' hitting UK brokers
Research by Ecclesiastical reveals most brokers want to hire young talent, but 52% are struggling to recruit as young people lack awareness of what brokers do.
Brokers have "heads in the sand" around succession, says Aviva's Bayles
Research from Aviva shows 9% of brokers are expected to leave the industry in the next year but only 13% of brokers have planned for their retirement.
Marsh Networks partners with Ataraxia for succession planning
Equity release offering available to Marsh ProBroker, Purple Partnership and Bluefin Network members.
Profile: On the acquisition trail
With consolidation firmly on the agenda in the broking sector, Ida Axling talks to seven experts in the industry on the opportunities and perils
Making a success of succession
Ataraxia’s Adam Boakes outlines some of the pitfalls of organising a smooth succession and warns brokers to take their time.
Brokerbility's Stutz and Mistry target MBO for 2024
Duo will use the next 18 months to put a five year plan in place for the succession of their broker business.
Succession planning: Consider consolidation
Consolidation can provide an elegant solution for brokers wanting a smooth transition when they sell their businesses, writes Sam Barrett
Succession planning: Find your funds
The source of funding for an acquisition or buyout will dictate what shape any prospective deal can take, writes Sam Barrett
Succession planning: Taking advice
Getting the right advice is invaluable for brokers looking to sell their business, writes Sam Barrett
Succession planning: People business
Keeping clients and staff informed is an important part of any succession plan, writes Sam Barrett
In-depth - succession planning: Selling up not selling out
Finding the right buyer is not just about getting the best price for your business
In-depth - succession planning: Buying in to buyouts
When it comes to selling up and moving on, a management buyout could ensure a brokerage’s culture survives succession
In-depth - succession planning: Beyond succession
Brokers should be able to rely on help from their insurer partners when it comes to succession planning, writes Phil Bayles
A worthy successor
Brendan Dawson, MD of Qdos Broker and Underwriting, explains why succession planning is essential if a business is to grow.