’Their strategic, operational and industry expertise will be invaluable,’ says ABI chair
The ABI has announced two new appointments to its board with immediate effect.
The hires include Jim Islam, chief executive at OneFamily Group, as well as Pretty Sagoo, interim chief executive at Just Group.
Islam brings over 26 years of board-level leadership experience. He also held senior finance and general management roles at Lloyd’s of London and Legal & General, including divisional chief executive, chief financial officer and chief operating officer.
Meanwhile, Sagoo joins the board with more than 20 years of financial services experience spanning leadership, innovation and sustainable growth.
Prior to Just Group, she was head of new business and pensions at Athora and held senior roles, including head of pricing and execution for pension risk transfer, at Legal and General.
’Invaluable experience’
Baroness Kay Swinburne, ABI chair, said: “Islam and Sagoo’s appointments strengthen the ABI board at a pivotal moment for the sector.
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”Their strategic, operational and industry expertise will be invaluable as we continue to champion a trusted, innovative sector that helps households, businesses and the wider economy thrive.”
Islam said that he was ”delighted to be joining the ABI board at such an important time for the insurance and long-term savings sector”.
“I look forward to supporting its work to deliver positive outcomes for consumers,” he added.
Sagoo concluded: “I look forward to working with fellow board members and the wider industry to help shape the strategic direction of our sector, ensuring we continue to deliver strong outcomes for customers while supporting businesses and the wider economy.”
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