Carlisle-based broker appoints ex-Hedron leader as broker manager

H&H Insurance Brokers (HHIB) has appointed Tom Lawlor as its new broker manager.

In his new role, Lawlor will focus on building upon the firm’s existing relationships and developing new partnerships with insurers.

His appointment is part of ongoing expansion plans for the Carlisle-based firm, which operates across the north of England, the Scottish Borders and Wales.

“HHIB’s reputation is growing across the UK and I want to put us more firmly on the map within the insurance markets to benefit our customers, the insurers and our business,” Lawlor said.

“Furthering our relationships with the UK’s leading insurers will mean they can provide our teams with the best service and products on the market, so it’s an exciting opportunity for me to get out there and highlight the great work of H&H Insurance Brokers.”

Experience

Lawlor joins from Hedron Network, where he supported brokers’ insurer relationships and business growth across the north of England and Scotland.

He ended up working closely with the HHIB team following its decision to join Hedron in 2024.

Lawlor said: “My work at Hedron brought me into closer contact with the HHIB team and I could see firsthand the great work they do as an independent broker.

“The company is known for being Cumbria’s largest independent insurance broker and our agricultural insurance offering is one of the strongest in the UK.

“It’s exciting to be part of this project and I aim to use my existing contacts and newly developed relationships and industry knowledge to support our commercial team to be up there with the best.”