This session will help members understand the hybrid fronting model; how it operates and how this model enables access to a variety of capacity, highlighting the benefits it provides to MGAs and other underwriting specialists.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this session, delegates will be able to:
- Explain what a Fronting Insurer is and how the fronting model operates
- Explain how the fronting model allows access to various types of alternative capacity
- Outline the different types of alternative capacity
- Summarise the various benefits of a fronting model for MGA’s & Third-Party Underwriting Specialists
About the Presenters
Paul Jewell, Chief Executive Officer, Bridgehaven
Paul is Chief Executive Officer of Bridgehaven Specialty Insurance with overall responsibility for all operations.
Prior to joining Bridgehaven, Paul was Chief Executive Officer at Best Doctors Insurance and Surestone Reinsurance.
Paul started his insurance career in 1988 as a Commercial Lines Underwriter of a global broker before moving to AIG where he went on to become Global CUO of the Commercial SME business (including US/Canada). Paul joined Towergate Insurance (now Ardonagh) as Chief Underwriting Officer before his move to Best Doctors Insurance.
Having been appointed as Bridgehaven CEO in January 2023 Paul has devoted his time to setting up the business and leading the team on the ambitious strategic growth journey.
