PIB Group promotes for new underwriting and distribution chief executive

PIB Group has promoted Chris Jackson to the role of chief executive for its underwriting and distribution (U&D) business.

Jackson co-founded international specialist financial lines MGA Acquinex in 2017 and joined PIB Group when Acquinex was acquired by the group in 2021. 

He remained in his position as Acquinex chief executive until August 2025, when he shifted into a newly created role, becoming responsible for PIB Group’s specialty MGA strategy.

When he moves into his new role, Jackson will succeed Charlie Burgess, who has resigned to pursue other opportunities.

The changes will be effective from 1 April 2026.

Jackson said: “Since joining PIB Group as Acquinex chief executive in 2021, I’ve seen the fantastic progress that the U&D business has undertaken under Burgess’ leadership.

”It’s been great to be a part of this team and I’m looking forward to continuing to grow the division. We’re entering an exciting new chapter to create further value for the group, while providing an excellent service to clients through the hard work and collaboration of our people.”

Burgess experience

During his time as chief executive for U&D, Burgess oversaw a doubling of the book and established a strategic direction for a connected community of insurance professionals across 15 trading businesses.

Before PIB Group, he co-founded Direct Asia, one of the first online insurers in Asia, and Oxbow Partners, a strategic consultant to the insurance industry.

Ryan Brown, deputy chief executive for PIB Group, said: “Burgess has built a significant foundation for the future within PIB Group’s U&D business, enabling us to unlock its full growth potential in the years ahead. A big thank you goes to him for his huge contribution during his tenure at PIB Group. 

“I also want to congratulate Jackson as he embarks on his new position as chief executive for U&D. He is an instrumental part of PIB Group’s leadership team and has already played a huge role in the direction of our U&D business. I’m confident that the division will thrive under his leadership and growth ambitions.”