Digital MGA appoints new chief underwriting officer

UK digital MGA Ripe has appointed Sean Carney as its new chief underwriting officer.

In his new role, Carney will ensure that the company continues to deliver “robust performance for capacity partners and best-in-class products for customers”.

He will also lead on developing relationships with insurance partners across new markets and product speciality areas.

He succeeds David Rowntree, who has left the business to pursue other opportunities.

Alan Thomas, chief executive at Ripe said: “As Ripe grows through product expansion and acquisitions, we continue our mission to deliver market leading underwriting results and product innovation.

”We are excited to welcome Carney as our new chief underwriting officer.”

Experience

Carney joins from Simply Business, where he was managing director for MGA, and has over 15 years of experience in insurance leadership spanning strategy, underwriting and operations at both Simply Business and Hiscox.

”His expertise will further enhance Ripe’s leadership as the organisation expands,” Ripe said.

“Additionally, Carney offers significant experience across SME and specialist personal lines products, aligning with Ripe’s strategic focus during this period of growth.”

Thomas added: ”He will play a pivotal role as we continue to leverage our technology and marketing expertise to deliver the best specialist insurance products and experience for our customers.”