Big Interview: Michael Lee, First Central
Michael Lee, CEO of First Central, sits down with Scott McGee to run through the company’s transformation over the last few years, why he won’t be rushed into growing the home and motor books, and the potential of new investment.
After rumours of the firm looking for a buyer over the years, First Central’s CEO, Michael Lee, confirms new investment might be on the cards for the personal lines insurer.
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