The commercial property broker plans to expand into untapped markets

Barbon has promoted Steve Brindley to sales and marketing director for its property and commercial division.

Steve will be responsible for developing and implementing a sales and marketing strategy designed to strengthen brand awareness, drive business growth and increase market share in both existing and previously untapped markets.

Steve helped establish Hanover Park Group in 1988 where he held several key positions including commercial manager, sales director and managing director.

Prior to taking up his new role, Steve was managing director of Barbon brand Farr, supplier of risk management and insurance solutions to the housing association sector. Barbon appoints sales and marketing director

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.