James Begley becomes managing director

Synergy Insurance Services has appointed James Begley as managing director.

Begley who has over 15 years' experience in the London Market, will be responsible for leading the Synergy team and driving the company’s growth strategy.

Begley previously worked for Arthur J. Gallagher (UK) for seven years where he held a number of senior management positions and was a director from 2006 until 2009. Most recently, he was Director of Strategy for Arthur. J. Gallagher International.

Sir Mark Weinberg, chairman of Synergy Insurance Services Holdings Ltd and founder of the company, commented: “Synergy has built up an exceptionally able team of underwriters in both the commercial and personal insurance fields and I am confident that James has the qualities and experience to lead the company to an increasingly successful future.”

John Kavanaugh, executive chairman of Synergy Insurance Services (UK) Ltd, said: “I am delighted that James has joined Synergy and I look forward to working with him on our future growth and expansion.”

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