The insurance sector is witnessing a wave of leadership appointments as firms strengthen their management teams to drive growth and sharpen their competitive edge.
Evolution Claims Management Expands Operations Leadership
West Midlands-based Evolution Claims Management has appointed Matt Stockton as head of operations to lead its growing claims team.
Stockton, who previously oversaw property services, subsidence claims, and general perils operations at Innovation Group, joins as Evolution continues to expand its client base among major UK insurers. The company’s transparent fixed-fee model and technology-driven approach have supported rapid growth, with its workforce doubling since 2020 and a recent move into larger offices.
Arch Insurance Strengthens Construction Portfolio
Arch Insurance International has named Kevin Lumiste as senior construction underwriter in London.
Lumiste brings more than 25 years of underwriting expertise in power generation and complex risks, having held senior roles at SCOR, Zurich Global Corporate, and Starstone Insurance. Reporting to Tim Chapman, head of construction, he will focus on developing Arch’s global construction portfolio while enhancing service delivery for brokers and clients.
Towergate Builds Employee Benefits Consulting Team
Towergate Employee Benefits has appointed Dasha Ivanova as client director to strengthen its consulting offering.
Ivanova, who previously worked at AON (NFP), will manage strategic corporate relationships and support clients in developing effective benefits strategies. Her appointment comes as Towergate expands its consulting team in response to rising demand for compliant and cost-efficient employee benefits solutions.
Allianz Benelux Realigns Leadership for Growth
Allianz Benelux has announced key leadership changes as part of its strategy to accelerate P&C business growth while supporting expansion across Life, Health, and Wealth.
The insurer has created a new chief P&C officer role, appointing Jeroen den Tex, former Chubb Benelux country president, to lead underwriting, claims, and technical excellence across the region. In addition, Heidi Cortois will step into the role of chief sales officer for Belgium in October, bringing extensive experience from NN Belgium, Crelan, and Marsh & McLennan.
These appointments form part of the Allianz Commercial integration, designed to streamline operations and strengthen broker engagement across the Benelux markets.
Commercial Express Targets Ambitious Growth
UK MGA Commercial Express has named Paul Webley as director of sales and distribution, effective November.
Webley, whose career includes senior roles at Towergate, Arista, Arch Insurance UK, and Ashley Page Insurance Brokers, will lead sales, marketing, and key account management. His appointment supports the MGA’s growth ambitions as it aims to double gross written premium by 2028 and transition into an MGU.
