Ardonagh reveals new Towergate CEO as Thelwell exits after 17 years

UK insurance intermediary  The Ardonagh Group has appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO) of  Towergate Insurance Brokers, following the departure of Joe Thelwell.

Richard Tuplin (pictured), who was previously CEO of Ethos Broking, part of Ardonagh’s Advisory platform, will now lead Towergate Insurance.

At Towergate, he will lead 2,800 employees across 70 offices providing UK businesses with general insurance, risk management programmes and claims support.

Tuplin joined Ethos in 2018, and has worked in independent broking for 18 years including as managing director of Jelf Insurance Partnership and regional director of Jelf Insurance Brokers.

Thelwell started with Towergate as an account executive in May 2005, and served in numerous leadership roles before taking its helm as chief executive officer.

Rob Worrell, CEO of Ardonagh Advisory, the group’s SME broking platform, said: “Richard will be a highly effective leader of the Towergate business. He brings an unwavering commitment to independent broking and a strong pedigree in executing strategy. He has delivered both organic and M&A growth throughout his career, whilst being relentless about continued improvement, in both himself and the businesses he leads.

“I would like to thank Joe for his significant contribution to Towergate and the wider Ardonagh Group over many years of service.”

Tuplin commented: “I am delighted to be stepping into the role of CEO of Towergate. The Towergate business is built around a network of regional brokers at the heart of their communities with a loyal client base, loyal people and a good track record of delivery. I am very much looking forward to working with the teams to build an even more successful and exciting business that will go from strength to strength.”

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