George McDade
George is a data reporter at Insurance Times, uncovering interesting industry trends and reporting on the technological advancements that will shape the future of the sector.
He graduated in 2017 from the University of Manchester with a degree in Geology. He spent the first part of his career working in consulting and tech, spending time at Citibank as a data analyst, before working as an analytics engineer with clients in the retail, technology, manufacturing and financial services sectors.
Most recently, George worked as a data engineer at Immediate Media, where he was introduced to the world of journalism and the adjacent teams that support it.
Outside of work, George enjoys travelling, 35mm photography, countryside walks and playing golf to a very poor standard.
Contact info
- Tel:
- +44 (0)20 7832 2321
- Email:
- george.mcdade@insurancetimes.co.uk
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’We’re on a mission to help the rank and file of insurance businesses embrace the benefits of eTrading, especially around improved sales distribution and more efficient back office operations,’ says director
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‘While competition is driving pricing down and coverage up for preferred risks, we’re also seeing continued volatility in loss activity,’ says chief executive
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‘We strongly encourage property owners to carry out formal risk assessments, engage certified installers and ensure regular inspections and cleaning,’ says head
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‘With forecasts of unsettled weather ahead, households should check that their policies offer the right levels of cover,’ says head
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‘Following a lot of hard work around our risk management activities and industry engagement, we’ve seen genuine competition return during the ACU’s renewal period,’ says chief executive
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‘In the age of Consumer Duty and an increasingly interventionist regulator, insurers must ensure their products deliver genuine value for money,’ says co-founder
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‘We are undertaking an ambitious series of improvements to foster confidence in financial services now and in the future,’ says chief ombudsman
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‘With her strong track record leading financial strategy, enterprise planning and risk management, she brings deep experience and strategic vision to the CFO role,’ says chief executive
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‘These appointments are clear indicators of the momentum that enables us to continue to invest in our people and our long-term vision,’ says head
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‘Lower IPT would make risk management more affordable and strengthen the UK’s competitiveness,’ says actuarial director
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‘Fewer claims could mean fewer accidents, but equally, it could mean that injured people are not claiming because it’s too difficult, too time consuming and the compensation for injuries is derisory,’ says executive director
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‘With a robust global platform and a clear commitment to underwriting excellence, LM Re is well-positioned to deliver smart, agile solutions for clients and partners,’ says new appointee
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‘We give businesses the backing they need to grow, while respecting what makes them successful – their people, their independence and their connection to clients,’ says chief executive
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‘Over the next three years we will see a dramatic expansion into underwriting processes, pricing and customer-facing areas,’ says business architect
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Many UK home and motor insurance customers are unclear about key disclosure obligations, risking premium adjustments, policy cancellations and, at worst, claims denials
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‘Open GI is at an exciting point in its lifecycle and I am delighted to be joining the talented and dedicated team,’ says new appointee
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‘We’re all excited and energised to deliver more commercial success knowing that in doing so, we can give back even more to society,’ says new appointee
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‘Vans have long been the backbone of British industry, and our partnership with Covéa will help protect van drivers,’ says head
