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Welcome to the March edition of Insurer Insights. This month, CEO for Europe, Middle East and Asia, Manan Sagar, identifies opportunities for growth, leadership and investment in 2025 following the expansion of Gallagher Bassett's services.
We also welcome the appointment of Katie Lamb as General Counsel and share our latest article following the release of our 2025 annual whitepaper, The Carrier Perspective: 2025 Insurer Insights, where Tom Overing and Julian Nicklin delve into the impact that the recent spate of weather events in the UK has had on the insurance industry and how to plan for a future where climate change continues to escalate the frequency and severity of weather-related incidents.
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Focus on Growth, People and Exceptional Outcomes with Manan Sagar
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Manan Sagar, CEO — GB Europe, Middle East and Asia, looks ahead to the rest of 2025 and the opportunities for growth, leadership and investment. After a strong start to the year, he shares three key focus areas, from expanding capabilities to an emphasis on talent development programmes and increasing investment in innovative technology, he describes 2025 as, "a year of expansion."
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New UK General Counsel to Strengthen Compliance and Legal Strategy
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We're proud to announce the appointment of Katie Lamb as General Counsel for Europe, the Middle East, and Asia as part of our expanding compliance and legal strategy. With nearly 15 years of experience in the industry, Katie brings extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, M&A, and corporate governance that will strengthen GB's position as the leading provider of claims and risk management solutions.
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Climate Change in Focus — Stormy Weather and Challenges for Insurers
with Tom Overing and Julian Nicklin
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GB's recent release of The Carrier Perspective: 2025 Insurer Insights revealed that UK insurers are concerned about resource management and risk assessment in the face of increased weather-related incidents. Tom Overing, Loss Adjuster — Property & Commercial Claims, and Julian Nicklin, Operations Manager — Claims Consultancy, summarise their key learnings and future considerations following recent stormy weather, identifying the adjustments required to ensure the industry keeps up with extreme weather events.
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Effective risk management is crucial for safeguarding your business and its people. That's why our Risk Consulting team offers comprehensive training solutions designed to empower your team with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex risk landscapes.
Explore our Training Solutions:
Bitesize Training — This programme of virtual one-hour training has been developed to help you identify and address the risks you face.
IOSH Training — We are an approved provider of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) programmes and our Risk Consulting team is delivering these courses virtually.
Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management Training — Explore both the positive and negative aspects of risk through a balance of formal teaching and practical exercises designed to improve your knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage risk.
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Growing Specialty Claims Services with W K Webster
Insurance Business and Insurance Times discuss GB's acquisition of W K Webster, a firm specialising in marine and transit claims management. Speaking to Insurance Times, Gallagher Bassett CEO Manan Sagar said, "This expansion ensures our clients have access to an unparalleled range of services."
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Our team of experts would love to meet you at upcoming events. Connect with them in advance through LinkedIn or in person on the day!
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International Women's Day, we celebrated the women who inspire and lead. Our team nominated incredible women at Gallagher Bassett whom they admire and shared what makes them so impactful. Read their words of appreciation.
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