CII Press Release / News item
30/04/2010
Lynn Richards-Cole, associate director at Perkins Slade, has taken on the role of chairman of the Insurance Broking Faculty at the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). Lynn takes over from Mark Radburn, CEO International Networks, Willis Limited and will be the first female chairman of the faculty.
Mark served as chairman of the Insurance Broking Faculty for the past two years and during this time launched the market-leading “Delivering World Class Service” research report with Ernst & Young in April 2009. Mark also helped to establish Chartered Status as the benchmark for professionalism within the broking industry, highlighting the significant benefits to both firms and individuals.
Commenting on her new role, Lynn stated, “I am very happy to be taking up the role of chairman after the valuable work that Mark has done. I am a great advocate of Chartered Status and have seen the benefit it has brought to my own firm. Working with my colleagues within the faculty, I aim to encourage more firms and individuals to achieve Chartered Status and so firmly establish the reputation of professionalism that is growing within our sector.”
Gillian Donegan, faculties manager at the CII, said, “Mark’s leadership has provided the faculty with the vision to improve further the standards and professionalism of brokers working in the industry today. Mark has shown great commitment and success in his year as chairman and we are delighted to see him stay on as a member of the board.
“Lynn took on the role of chairman from 1st April and we look forward to supporting her in further enhancing the standing and expertise of the broking industry.”
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Notes to Editors:
The CII
The CII is the world’s leading professional organisation for insurance and financial services. Its 95,000 members are committed to maintaining the highest standards of technical competence and ethical conduct.
A robust framework of learning and development solutions enables the CII to support corporate partners and individuals across the industry. It ensures that all members comply with minimum standards and inspires many more to achieve advanced levels of technical and professional competence.
About the CII Faculties
The CII Faculties offer members a simple way to stay up to date and well briefed on the issues of the day affecting their particular area of business. Each faculty is advised by a board of representatives selected from senior figures within the industry. The boards guide and inform the choice of issues and topics to be considered and identify subjects for further research or debate. This approach ensures the faculties present a balanced view on any topic and provide insights and thought-leadership to improve the level of professional knowledge in each area. Membership of one faculty is free to CII members.
Membership of the Insurance Broking Faculty membership stands at around 8,500 members. Further details can be found at www.cii.co.uk/broking
