Lloyd's syndicate Dale appoints ex-Guy Carpenter Ramage to board

Lloyd's syndicate Dale Underwriting Partners, which is managed by third-party managing agency Asta, has appointed Jim Ramage as an independent non-executive director to the board of its holding company.

Ramage’s career spans more than 50 years in the London market. He has held positions such as active underwriter and director of underwriting businesses, as well as a number of senior positions with broking firms. These include director and deputy CEO at Guy Carpenter and director at JLT Re, where he was instrumental in setting up the broking business.

More recently, Ramage serves as an independent non-executive director, chairing and participating on key governance committees.

Duncan Dale, the company's chief executive, said: “Jim has a wealth of experience as a director and a successful track record in launching and running broking and underwriting firms. His entrepreneurial spirit will be crucial in driving our business forward and we will benefit greatly from his expertise. We look forward to welcoming him to the board.”

Ramage added: “I am delighted to be joining the board and working closely with the team at Dale Partners Limited as they continue to develop their business and strengthen their position within Lloyd’s and the London market.”