Under the stresses and strains of the executive lifestyle, some chief executives are seeking the help of personal trainers. All very Hollywood, Backchat thinks.

GAB Robins chief operating officer Philippe Bes works out every morning at his local gym near Chelsea Harbour. He also happens to train with two celebrity members.

"I have the pleasure of training with Rebecca Loos and Elle Macpherson," says Bes.

It seems the nickname Philippe 'The Body' Bes has stuck at the GAB Robins London office, though Backchat is not sure whether Loos has taught him to "bend it like Beckham" as yet.

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.

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