Smart & Cook has appointed Dave Ball as its integration director.

Ball joins the company from Allianz Cornhill where he was a national key account manager.

Smart & Cook said Ball would be responsible for developing and implementing the company's acquisition programme.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.