Adrian Colosso
Hyperion courts Windsor as it takes firm steps towards flotation
The proposed acquisition of Lloyd’s broker Windsor by international broking and underwriting group Hyperion could lead to additional takeover deals in 2012, and would bolster the latter’s chances of initial public offering success, following confirmation…
Colosso speaks out following Gallagher exit
Adrian Colosso has told Post he is keen to return to the market once he has completed his 16-month stint on gardening leave from Gallagher Heath.
Colosso exits Gallaghers amid growth-driven exec restructure
Arthur J Gallagher International has confirmed that Adrian Colosso, chief executive of UK Retail and former CEO of Heath Lambert prior to its acquisition, will not return to the business following his sabbatical, as it unveiled a new-look executive team…
My best 11 - Dave Smith, Zurich
Dave Smith, managing director of commercial broker at Zurich, picks his Best XI for a potential insurance start-up firm. Smith has relied on intermediaries and his colleague Mario Greco to lead the charge, with Wolves legend Steve Bull leading the line.
Interview - David Ross: Faster than the rest
David Ross is a man with a plan, pushing Arthur J Gallgaher International up the rankings with a seemingly unrivalled appetite for growth.
Gallagher Heath plays down redundancy fears
Industry rumours of widescale redundancies at Gallagher Heath have been played down by the firm, amid suggestions group CEO David Ross has also “cancelled Christmas”.
Colosso and Barr leave Gallagher Heath as Hodges starts new role early
A week of departures and early arrivals within the broking community has resulted in former Heath Lambert bosses Adrian Colosso and Graham Barr leaving Gallagher Heath, while ex-Aviva UK CEO Mark Hodges has started work at Towergate earlier than expected.
Gallagher Heath confirms Colosso sabatical
Gallgher Heath has confirmed that former Heath Lambert chief executive Adrian Colosso will be on sabbatical leave for “a number of months”.
Gallagher Heath brand launched
Heath Lambert is to begin trading as Gallagher Heath with immediate effect following its acquisition by Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
Editor's comment: All action, no talk
Mergers & acquisitions have definitely dominated the insurance headlines this week. Nothing unusual in that — except, for once, it's been more a case of all action and little talk, rather than the reverse, as is so typically the case. But it also remains…
Post history - Five years ago: Colosso gives staff advice on takeover
Looking back through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this article from five years ago reveals.
News analysis - AJG acquisition: Deal or no deal
After a number of stalled bids from a variety of firms, Heath Lambert has been bought by international giant Arthur J Gallagher. Mairi MacDonald follows the timeline of the deal and looks at what the consequences may be.
AJ Gallagher in Heath Lambert sale talks
Arthur J Gallagher International is in takeover talks with London market broker Heath Lambert, according to sources close to the company.
Gallagher in Heath Lambert takeover talks
Arthur J Gallagher International is in takeover talks with London market broker Heath Lambert, according to sources close to the company.
Nationals call for FSA talks as Towergate seals £200m deal
Chief executives from some of the UK's largest brokers have called for a meeting with the Financial Services Authority to discuss concerns over the increasing level of intervention in compliance issues by the regulator.
Heath Lambert snares pub contract from Bluefin
Heath Lambert has landed a contract to provide insurance for pub chain Enterprise Inns after winning the contract from Bluefin.
Broking review of the year: A breakdown in momentum
2010 was a fairly low key year for the broking market, as the sector kept a low profile during the financial turmoil. Daniel Dunkley reports on the opportunities that were taken up and deals made.
Interview - Adrian Colosso: The comeback kid
Having come close to going bust in 2005, Daniel Dunkley talks to Heath Lambert's chief executive Adrian Colosso about the challenges facing the firm as it continues to punch above its weight.
Heath Lambert looking to buy after refinancing
Heath Lambert chief executive Adrian Colosso has revealed the company's recent refinancing package could enable the broker to make a long-awaited acquisition.
Post in print - 21 October 2010
Senior reporter Leigh Jackson outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post.
Post powerlist 2010: The influential crowd
Over the past 12 months the UK insurance industry has faced the global recession head on, taken the change of government in its stride and has shown that it is ready to face oncoming regulation in the form of Solvency II. Below we name the major players…
Heath Lambert opts for Santander in refinancing
Heath Lambert has agreed a refinancing deal with Santander, securing a new bank facility worth £24m.
British Insurance Awards 2010: Cracking commercial
This year's winner, Heath Lambert, is a broker that has taken significant strides to enhance its UK operations and client service in recent years culminating in victory at the British Insurance Awards 2010 writes Andrew Tjaardstra.
Heath Lambert raids Lark for M25 push
Heath Lambert has created a specialist commercial division with the target of capturing SME business within the M25 zone.