Global insurance solutions specialist Sherwood International has appointed Steven Bessellieu as President of North American operations.

Bessellieu was formerly senior vice president and a member of Cap Gemini Ernst & Young's global financial services executive board in New York. He was responsible for the strategy, development and deployment of all financial services solutions worldwide.

Bessellieu will replace Mike Dropkin, who will now oversee Sherwood's business plan in the area of product, alliances and industry consultants positioning.

Sherwood International was founded in 1970 and provides software and solutions to the global financial services industries and UK government sectors. It is quoted on the London Stock Exchange.

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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