Sam Hovey made chief financial officer, following stints at HSBC Insurance Brokers and Ratner Mackenzie

Cooper Gay has appointed Sam Hovey as chief financial officer for its UK business.

Hovey joined Cooper Gay in April 2008 as group financial controller. Qualified ACA in 1999, she held a number of finance roles in the London broking market prior to joining Cooper Gay, including positions at HSBC Insurance Brokers and Rattner Mackenzie, formerly part of the HCC Group.

Cooper Gay chief executive James Summers said “We are delighted that Sam is bringing her unique blend of experience and pragmatism to Cooper Gay & Co. Ltd. As our Company evolves, Sam’s leadership will ensure that our financial stewardship continues to be of the highest quality.”

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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