Groupama's head of commercial distribution Allison Andrews

Musical talent...

I firmly believe that I should actually be a musician. I used to play brass instruments at school, I bought a piano that I didn’t play well and was recently given a guitar that I have yet to master. We all have to have dreams though.

Animal lover...

I'm a member of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Cat Protection League, Guide Dogs for the Blind, RSPCA and probably half a dozen more. When I win the lottery I will open a wildlife sanctuary.

Highly commended...

My biggest achievement in terms of my education was winning an award for my ACII pass. I was second in the region and got a lovely silver platter that I found my colleague serving drinks on later in the evening. How disrespectful!

Strange but true...

Shockingly, but true, I have been pot-holing, sailing, rock-climbing, canoeing and even caught, gutted and cooked a fish. I only include this as anyone that knows me won't believe this for a minute.

Nice view...

Even though I live in Port Solent on the marina, I don't own a boat. However I benefit from a beautiful view. The lottery win however will not need to stretch to a cruiser, as boats make me ill.

Allison Andrews is head of commercial distribution at Groupama.

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.