’The family and employee-owned company’s commitment to providing specialist agricultural insurance solutions aligns perfectly with my experience and passion,’ says appointee

Agricultural and commercial broker Dallas Scott Davey (DSD) has appointed Toby Baker to lead the broker’s expansion into Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties.

Baker, who has taken on the role of corporate account executive, will focus on serving farming and estate clients across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Warwickshire and beyond.

DSD said the move formed part of its strategic growth and ongoing specialisation in estates and farm insurance.

Baker said: “I’m thrilled to be joining DSD at such an exciting time for the business.

“The family and employee-owned company’s commitment to providing specialist agricultural insurance solutions aligns perfectly with my experience and passion for supporting rural businesses.

“I look forward to growing the client base and offering tailored insurance solutions across the region.”

Experience

Baker joins from Lycetts, where he has served as an account executive for the last six years.

Before this, he served as a senior client manager at Aon Private Clients and business development manager at Oak Underwriting.

Ed Davey, co-founder of DSD, said: “Baker’s wealth of experience in farm and estate insurance makes him a fantastic addition to the team. His deep understanding of rural risks and his commitment to outstanding client service will be instrumental in strengthening our presence beyond our Lincolnshire heartland.

“We are delighted to have him on board.”

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