Lockton is driving forward its recruitment programme with the appointment of Kevin Culliney as executive director of its Professions division.

The announcement follows the appointment of Neil Nimmo as executive chairman, professions & financial risks, from Marsh and the launch of a new technology & media risks practice under the leadership of Emily Freeman who joined from JLT.

Culliney joins professions from Howden Insurance Brokers where he was a Board director. Previously he was managing director of Heath Lambert's professional indemnity division.

At Lockton Professions he will be responsible for new business development and client retention across all professional sectors.

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.