Vista Insurance Brokers adds to team
Vista Insurance Brokers has appointed John Garrard as head of schemes & affinities to lead the development of digital trading strategies and partnerships.
With extensive experience in digital transformation and niche insurance markets, John previously founded Wrapper Insure and served as managing director at Fish Insurance, driving revenue growth and operational efficiency.
In his new role, he will focus on advancing Vista’s digital trading capabilities, enhancing propositions and ensuring a streamlined, customer-centric approach in an evolving market.
John said: “I’m thrilled to be taking on this role and working closely with our key partners to drive innovation in schemes & affinity and digital trading.
“The market is evolving rapidly and I look forward to building on the strong foundations already in place to deliver real value for our customers and stakeholders.”
Gavin Rubin, chief executive of Vista, which has offices in Manchester, London, Birmingham and Belfast, added: “Schemes & affinities are critical to our growth strategy, and expanding our presence in this sector is a key priority.
“We are committed to working closely with our insurer partners to leverage digital solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline the trading process, ensuring a seamless experience for both our clients and partners.
“I’m looking forward to working closely with John as we drive this strategy forward and unlock new opportunities in the market.”
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