SVB Syndicates, the managing agency SVB Holdings, has appointed John Thirlwell as a non-executive director.

Thirlwell is currently co-chairman of the Operational Risk Research Forum. He also chairs the Financial Services and Insurance Committee of the UK International Chamber of Commerce.

Prior to his current role, Thirlwell was a director of the British Bankers´ Association (BBA), where he had been Director and Head of Risk.

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.

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