A highly experienced systems director, consultant and IT strategist operating in the London and international insurance markets. Good communication skills, in-depth knowledge of live and run-off insurance operations and products, including MGAs, Brokers and Service Companies. Used to working at a very senior level and fully conversant with the current regulatory environment (formerly an FCA Approved Person). An innovative and original thinker particularly strong in insurance distribution and e-business. Recently involved in incubating new Service Companies MGAs and Brokers.Specialties: Systems & operations strategies, allied to comprehensive insurance industry knowledge, Intermediaries, Service Companies, Risk distribution, Delegated Authorities, Regulatory and Governance frameworks, Systems & Controls, Mergers and Acquisitions, (some 25 M&A related projects undertaken, including MBO's, start-ups, outsourcing & due diligence). Process mapping, improvement and solution design. Systems deployment, management of corporate data, e-business, rationalisation of systems and business processes leading to the realisation of major savings.