Bastion Insurance has appointed an insurance industry veteran as a non-executive director.
The insurance firm, which specialises in gadget insurance has appointed Martyn Holman as a non-executive director.
Holman began the role on June 1 and boasts over 40 years’ experience across the insurer, broker and MGA insurance markets.
His role at Bastion Insurance will see Holman play a key part in strategic decisions on capacity and distribution, plus advising and mentoring the board.
Commenting on his new role, Holman said he’s joining Bastion at a “very important time in its evolution”.
“I know Amanda and the team very well from their Supercover days and I’ve watched them develop the business with interest over the past few years,” he said.
“Gadget is an interesting market, and I am genuinely excited at the growth opportunities that exist and am keen to help develop these into revenue streams for Bastion and its partners.”
His arrival signals the “next phase of development for the company” adds Bastion Insurance MD Amanda Kerry-Wallington.
“Martyn is a proven insurance visionary, possessing sound judgement with hands-on experience, which fits perfectly with Bastion’s strategic development plans and growth aspirations. Martyn’s arrival signifies the start of the next phase of development for the company as we take our products into different commercial and strategic partnerships.”
