Former RFIB/Guy Carpenter chief to plot growth strategy at Lloyd’s broker Ramon

Independent  Lloyd’s broker Ramon International has appointed the former CEO of RFIB and Guy Carpenter’s African businesses to develop and execute its growth strategy.

Lee Ellis (pictured) has been appointed to the role of chief strategy officer.

Ellis, who is a board member of Ramon International, will also assume board roles across the international operations and the appointed representative businesses under the Ramon banner.

Ellis has over 25 years’ experience in the London and International insurance markets. He joined Ramon in May 2021, and has previously held leadership roles in multiple Lloyd’s brokers, including CEO roles at RFIB Africa and Guy Carpenter South Africa.

Nick Andrews, group chief executive officer of Ramon, said: “As we continue to grow our group there is an increased need for strategy formulation and developing the corporate vision. Lee’s experience in these areas and of operating in international markets will prove invaluable in delivering our strategic growth plans going forward.”

Ellis commented: “In the past 18 months we’ve acquired, established, and partnered to create a truly international business. Critical to our future success will be developing cohesive strategies that align our operations. In a very short time, we have gone from being a single office London broker to a diversified international group. Our expansion has materially changed our identity and the opportunities open to us.

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