All articles by James Cowen – Page 31
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NewsUS-based group acquires ‘substantial’ stake in sports insurance provider
The move ’is a significant moment in our journey as it will help fuel growth across key markets’, says managing director
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NewsLytham-based broker announced as football match sponsor
’Its continued support of the club and the local community is greatly appreciated,’ says football club’s commercial manager
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News AnalysisIn Focus: Why are schemes brokers such attractive acquisition targets?
’A lot of schemes brokers have the ability to organically grow, probably beyond where normal market growth rates are,’ says managing director for schemes and affinities
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NewsHowden consolidates offices to open new Birmingham HQ
’We’re committed to continuing our growth story by investing in our next chapter,’ says chief executive
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NewsAllianz issues statement as Palestine Action attack insurer’s offices for second time
’We have zero tolerance for any criminal behaviour that threatens the safety or security of our people, property and business,’ says insurer
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NewsPalestine Action smash Allianz office windows in second protest against insurer
The group said it had targeted nine of the insurer’s offices across England, Scotland and Wales overnight
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NewsHiscox announces new board appointments as non-executive directors step down
The appointees’ ’deep expertise in their respective areas will be strong complements to our existing board’, says interim chair
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NewsClear Group appoints M&A managing director as it looks to grow UK footprint
’Clear Group has a firm focus on succession planning and our strong and ambitious business model continues to attract leading market talent,’ says chief executive
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NewsLondon-based wholesale broker makes senior hire as new construction arm launched
’With his expertise and network, we can build an exceptional team and offering,’ says managing director
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NewsThe biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest moves and promotions from 20 to 24 January 2025
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NewsAllianz announces new UK commercial leader after Cote departure
’I know he will play a key role bringing our commercial model in the UK market to the next level,’ says chief regions officer
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NewsInsurance warning as Storm Éowyn causes major disruption
’Storms that impact travel plans are becoming more frequent and more disruptive, so getting cover that mitigates this is worth considering,’ says chief commercial officer
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NewsArrests after Palestine Action target Aviva office and ‘paint thrown over person’
Police say that enquiries are still ongoing
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NewsAllianz makes c-suite hire as it merges personal and commercial claims teams
’This is an exciting time for us as we unify our business to leverage the strength of Allianz,’ says chief executive
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NewsPIB Group launches lawsuit against Howden
’We hold ourselves to a high standard of doing business and will not be silent when we feel others have acted unfairly and unlawfully towards us and our employees,’ PIB Group says
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NewsHiscox veteran departs for new role at unnamed broker
’Her contribution to the business has been substantial,’ says chief distribution officer
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NewsArdonagh Advisory to undergo major rebrand
’As one business, bringing everything under a single, meaningful brand name makes sense,’ says chief executive
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NewsFCA places restrictions on Scottish broker after premium payment concerns
The FCA says it is working with the relevant authorities over the situation
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NewsDonaldson steps down as Markerstudy Distribution boss and returns to Ardonagh
The move comes following Markerstudy completing its merger with Atlanta
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NewsLondon-based MGA announces £420m capacity deal with QBE
’It’s fantastic to be taking our partnership with QBE past the 25-year mark with this new five-year capacity deal,’ says leader

























