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Brightside chief questions Markerstudy's 'strange' valuation
Brightside's chief executive Martyn Holman has expressed confusion at the change in valuation that scuppered Markerstudy’s bid for the broker.
Post magazine – 11 September 2013
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Editor's comment: What’s on your wish list?
A J Gallagher is aiming to become a top-three retail broker with its £233m acquisition of Giles, but to achieve this market commentators have said it will need to put efficiency and synergies on its wish list, as its combined operation is estimated to…
Redundancies predicted as Gallagher seeks synergies following Giles deal
Sources expect AJG to reduce number of regional offices to cut costs
Keelan Westall launches non-standard property broker team
Wholesale property broker Keelan Westall has unveiled a new non-standard broking team.
Gallagher targeting top three UK retail berth after Giles deal
The £223m purchase of Giles by US broker Arthur J Gallagher will convert the latter into one of the UK’s largest regional retail brokers according to UK commercial director Janice Deakin.
Gallagher to complete £233m Giles deal
Gallagher will snap up independent broker Giles for £233m in cash, in a deal expected to close in October.
Deakin targets commercial retail growth at Arthur J Gallagher
Arthur J Gallagher UK commercial director Janice Deakin is confident of achieving growth in the commercial retail space after describing it as “an ideal time” to be targeting business.
AJG recruits construction trio
Arthur J Gallagher has recruited a trio of construction specialists with a collective total of 50 years’ experience for its projects team.
Total Objects recruits business support pair
Software provider Total Objects has added two business support managers to its team to help bolster its business acquisition and maintenance processes.
Keelan Westall aims to double broker club membership
Keelan Westall plans to increase membership of its Prestige Broker Club by 50% over the next year, and has its sights set on brokers generating more than £150 000 gross written premium.
AJG posts rise in profit to $93.5m
Broker Arthur J Gallagher reported a group increase in profits to $93.5m [£61.4m] for the second quarter of 2013, from $71.7m in the same period of 2013. Adjusted total revenues for AJG’s brokerage segment were up 16%, base organic commission and fee…
Integration focus cited as Towergate walks away from Giles deal
A combination of pricing and a focus on its own integration are likely to have been factors in Towergate not acquiring Charterhouse's majority stake in Giles, Post understands.
AJ Gallagher wins Giles race
US-broker AJ Gallagher has entered into exclusive negotiations with Giles, according to reports, beating off competition from Aon and Towergate.
Career file: Vyvienne Wade: Wade takes up international role at rival broker AJG
Arthur J Gallagher has recruited Jardine Lloyd Thompson's former European chairman and group general counsel to lead international growth.
Keelan Westall introduces underwriting proficiency test
Recently acquired wholesale property broker Keelan Westall has introduced an annual proficiency test for underwriters, designed to improve the service given to customers.
AJG swoops for JLT Europe chair Wade
Arthur J Gallagher has recruited Jardine Lloyd Thompson’s former European chairman and group general counsel to lead international growth.
AJG tipped as early favourite to complete Giles swoop
Arthur J Gallagher has emerged as an early frontrunner among a pack of brokers looking to secure Charterhouse's majority stake in Giles.
Affinity news: Rich customer data can be used to benefit products
The differences in customer service and customer loyalty between those who come via price comparison sites and those that come direct were highlighted in a presentation by Arthur J Gallagher managing director of partnerships Alan Sanderson.
British Insurance Awards 2013: The E-Business Award
OIM means e-business
Zurich, Direct Line Group, Cunningham Lindsey and Allianz among winners at 2013 British Insurance Awards
Reg Brown, chairman of the Managing General Agents Association, was honoured at the British Insurance Awards last night, receiving the Achievement Award.
Market Moves: Hires at RSA, Keelan Westall and MGAA among the week’s major moves
Moves within the insurer and broking spaces once again dominated the recruitment radar this week, as RSA unveiled high-profile changes within both its boardroom and its London market offering. Keelan Westall, meanwhile, moved to reinforce its growth…
Ex-Towergate manager takes on regional role at Keelan Westall
Wholesale property insurance broker Keelan Westall has appointed Becky Hyndman as its new business development manager to spearhead expansion across the North East.
View from the Top: The result of clarity? Confusion
Regulatory transparency is set to make headlines with the Financial Conduct Authority due to report back this month.