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Verlingue makes acquisition to expand employee benefits business
’This acquisition is another important step in our growth strategy,’ says chief executive
Aon unveils diagnostic tools to help clients prioritise property and casualty risks
‘Analytics only create value when they inform what a client does next,’ says global risk consulting leader
Willis appoints ex-Aon head as growth leader for global direct and facultative business
’His deep industry knowledge, strong relationships and global perspective will enhance our ability to deliver exceptional solutions for large and complex clients,’ says global head of direct and facultative
Broker BMS appoints new group chief financial officer
’His background will be incredibly valuable as we build on our strong foundations and accelerate the group’s next phase of growth,’ says chief executive
Wholesale broker names chief executive designate
’I am looking forward to the next chapter of the business’ evolution,’ says appointee
‘Where does the money flow’ – AI insurance recommendations face trust test
‘Sadly, these organisations are all commercial entities. They will recommend the product that’s paying them the most money, I fear,’ says global head
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Mark Thomas: The chief executive building a new model for SME insurance growth
Compare My Insurance chief executive Mark Thomas has built the broker around a digital-first model, targeting the underserved SME market while investing in technology, talent and data to support rapid expansion.
Commercial MGA launches SME real estate product on Bravo Network’s eTrade platform
’Our launch on Bravo Digital Trader is an exciting opportunity for us to deliver this same tried-and-true proposition to a broader cohort of brokers,’ says chief executive
Simply Business partners with Allianz to expand small business insurance offering
’Together, we’re making it simpler for SMEs to access protection that meets their needs as they grow and evolve,’ says director of digital trading
Briefing: Are the financial markets finally coming to their senses?
Mike Edgeley, group chief executive at Clear Group, explores whether the market’s understanding of the value of AI is starting to bear fruit – and what that means for the importance of human connection in an increasingly tech-focused insurance sector
John Toms: Claims, customers and his next chapter at Marsh
After more than three decades in the claims world, Marsh VP and senior claims consultant John Toms has handled everything from major fires and business interruption losses to theft and subsidence. But, for him, the job still comes down to being there when a client needs help
The Big Question: Are specialist commercial lines the answer to soft market rate pressure?
Briefing: The insurance broker is at an existential crossroads
Sonia Habib: Kovrilo launch followed a decade of refusing to accept ‘a limit in the sky’
Opinion: Brokers evolve beyond distribution to take on industry-wide marketeer remit
John Toms: Claims, customers and his next chapter at Marsh
After more than three decades in the claims world, Marsh VP and senior claims consultant John Toms has handled everything from major fires and business interruption losses to theft and subsidence. But, for him, the job still comes down to being there when a client needs help
Sonia Habib: Kovrilo launch followed a decade of refusing to accept ‘a limit in the sky’
Almost nine months into launching a new MGA, the commercial director reflects on the opportunities that ‘come from being hungry, determined and not necessarily taking no for an answer’
Anne Bardsley: From Saturday filing clerk to south west growth leader
After a spell on the client side and a search for what she describes as a ‘unicorn’, Bardsley has returned to the UK broking market with a mission
Ellie Jackson: From ‘ditzy’ apprentice to ‘tenacious’ broker MD in five years – How thoughtful succession planning is unlocking new growth opportunities at Robert Gerrard
The 28-year-old managing director bringing ‘a little bit of Essex in every boardroom’ as she homes in on international opportunities, new scheme potential and a talent first mindset for her incoming era of leadership
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