Andrew Brooks (pictured), who has retired after serving as chief executive of Ascot Group, is now the deputy chair at the Council of Lloyd’s.
An elected Lloyd’s Council member since 2017, Brooks succeeded Dominic Christian as deputy chair on February 9. The industry veteran has worked in the Lloyd’s Market since 1983.
“My time both within the Market and on Lloyd’s Council has been immensely rewarding so far,” noted Brooks when the announcement was made. “Through my work at Ascot, I’ve been lucky enough to play a part in cementing Lloyd’s as the global destination for specialty insurance and look forward to continuing to ensure it remains a hub of expertise for the future.
“My priorities as deputy chair will be to further develop Lloyd’s strategic priorities, which will enhance value for all stakeholders, and I’m excited to get started.”
Currently, Brooks chairs the Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA) and is also a board member at the London Market Group.
“We would like to congratulate Andrew Brooks on his appointment as deputy chair of Lloyd’s, a prestigious role and one for which he is an outstanding choice,” commented LMA CEO Sheila Cameron in an emailed statement.
“Andrew has been, and continues to be, a phenomenal chairman of the LMA, and he will similarly be an excellent ambassador for Lloyd’s in his role as deputy chair. His passion for the Lloyd’s marketplace and the depth of his underwriting expertise is simply peerless. We look forward to working with him closely as he takes up his new role.”
Lloyd’s chair Bruce Carnegie-Brown, meanwhile, highlighted Brooks’ nearly four decades of Lloyd’s Market experience and more than five years with the Lloyd’s Council.
“I am delighted that Andrew has accepted my invitation to become deputy chair,” shared Carnegie-Brown. “I look forward to continuing our work together on the Council, delivering against our performance, digitalisation, sustainability, and cultural goals during an important period for both Lloyd’s and the wider insurance industry.”
