Andy Briggs, CEO of Phoenix Group, is the new President for the Association of British Insurers (ABI).
Andy becomes ABI President with immediate effect and will hold the role for the next two years. He follows on from Tim Bailey at Zurich who had been the President since 2023. Ken Norgrove, CEO, UK & International, RSA Insurance, remains the ABI’s Deputy President.
We're delighted Andy Briggs is stepping into the role of President. His extensive experience across the UK’s insurance and long-term savings sector is especially pertinent at this time as we work with the industry, government and regulators to support the growth mission, alongside Ken Norgrove as our Deputy President. "
“We would like to thank Tim Bailey for his generous support for the ABI, both as our President and throughout his time on the Board. We wish him all the very best for his new role within Zurich.”
Baroness Nicky Morgan
ABI Chair
It is a privilege to become the ABI President. Our world-leading industry has a significant role to play right now to support economic growth, both protect customers, households and businesses across the UK, and boost the returns on their investments. Through the ABI, the industry is stronger together and I look forward to working even more closely with members and business leaders to achieve these goals.”
Andy Briggs
Phoenix Group CEO and ABI President
Three new Board members have also been appointed.
- Drazen Jaksic, appointed as CEO of Zurich UK in January, replaces Tim Bailey following his move to become CEO of Zurich’s Global Life Protection business.
- Alistair Hargreaves, CEO of UK insurance, Admiral, replaces Cristina Nestares.
- Chris Carroll, CEO, Bupa Insurance UK, replaces Alex Perry.