Networks
Heed the alarm: Top five warnings for brokers
Following the warnings from PwC that brokers must take on a more risk advisory role we examine other times the alarm was sounded in the broking market.
Chris Hanks on non-exec roles and Purple Partnership
Former Allianz commercial chief on his current experience with the Jelf-owned network.
Westinsure's Erwin appointed MD at 1 Answer
New leader joins as Paul Muir takes up chairman role.
Gauntlet targets 20 more appointed reps
Latest recruit to work with accountancy firm.
TEn opens office in Scotland
Network aims to double number of Scottish brokers in next three years.
Ataraxia buys stake in Momentum
Network MD Pepper says business remains independent.
Cobra Network in motor trade deal with Aston Scott-owned MTS
New partner specialises in products for independent and smaller businesses.
Rural splits from Broker Network
Insurer pulls the plug but insists broker partners will not be affected.
TEn switches to employee ownership
Company claims to be first in broker network sector to make the move.
Compass appoints Montgomery as London leader
New recruit joins from Cobra.
Bluefin Network partners with Prism
Disaster recovery specialist will provide network members with 24/7 assistance.
New Broker Network boss must get their “sleeves rolled up”
Network says model is still working as CEO Gary Duggan moves on to lead Paymentshield
Broker Network targets revealed
Towergate-owned network aiming to add 20 new members and lose "fewer than 12" in Q1.
Brokerbility launches website to attract talent to industry
Successful applicants to Brokerbility Academy will study CII accredited programme.
TEn Insurance posts jump in GWP
Network boss says he is impressed by "entrepreneurial spirit" of UK broking.
TEn Insurance adds eighth member in Scotland
TEn director James Sharp claims network is welcoming "discontented brokers".
Momentum heads for profit in 2014
Network sees losses tumble in past year, Insurance Age can reveal.
Hodges "feeling positive" despite Towergate's £41m loss
Consolidator chief says 2015 will see a turnaround in the business.
Purple added six members from rival networks in last six months
Network is targeting membership of 90 by end of 2014.
Power hour: A place for networks
As the SME market becomes increasingly automated, networks could give regional brokers the clout to compete with the big players, our expert panel tells Andrew Pearce
Marsh network arm hits £225m GWP
Network's insurer panel saw organic growth of up to 50% in 2013.
Brokerbility unveils academy to "promote professionalism"
Network describes Brokerbility Academy as "genuine alternative" to university.
Ryan MD named chairman of Biba network and MGA board
Tim Ryan will head up advisory board, Insurance Age can reveal.
UNA partners with Axa
Network and provider unveil new three year rolling deal as Axa moves onto strategic insurer panel.