mike crane

LV= Broker has been awarded chartered insurer status by the Chartered Institute of Insurers (CII),

LV= Broker handles general insurance business that comes to LV= through brokers.

The insurer said the new status recognised its professional attitude, skills and knowledge as well as the service it provides to brokers.

The company also said that it would benefit from access to CII services to support the continuing development of its people.

LV= Broker managing director Mike Crane (pictured) said: “This is a fantastic achievement for our teams.

“We have been working hard to develop a strong professional heart to our business that gives brokers access to high quality professionals. Chartered status recognises this and I am proud of our team for raising the bar to help us attain the award.”

CII chief executive Sian Fisher added: Mike and his team are to be congratulated on making this step and for embracing the challenge of professionalism.”

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.