Broker Network has today announced the appointment of Ian Clark as Executive Chairman with immediate effect.
Clark was formerly a senior partner at Deloitte, leading the Insurance Mergers & Acquisitions and Strategy practice. He has a wealth of industry experience having advised the insurance broking sector for over 30 years and has been personally involved in much of the sector’s key M&A activity. In addition Ian has also acted as a BIBA advisor and a former Government appointed Board Member of the IBRC.
Commenting on his appointment today, Ian Clark said: “I’m thrilled to be leading the Network’s Board of Directors and working closely with staff as we further our mission to provide members with market-leading products and services.
“I've inherited a fantastic team and together with the new joiners; Des O’Connor and Tim Rolfe we will work to shape the strategy of the Network with the backing of long term supportive investors. We are determined to keep up momentum ensuring that the Network will continue to be the driving force for the next 25 years.”
A spokesperson for HPS added: “We are delighted that Ian has joined the Broker Network team as this latest appointment heralds the next chapter in Broker Network’s evolution. He brings unrivalled industry experience, a proven track record and an excellent reputation in the UK market. Securing an additional senior industry figure such as Ian is testament to the Network’s position at the forefront of the UK broking community.”
The appointment of Ian Clark is Broker Network’s third hire since the March announcement that HPS were to take a majority investment in the Network.