As a strategic advisor to leading players in the London insurance sector for many years he has a wealth of experience advising the insurance markets. His primary focus is to lead the successful execution of BMS's strategy: doubling the size of the broking business by 2015 and developing the overall business proposition.

Journalism graduate, formerly at the BBC, who oversees the newsroom features and media centre content for BMS.

BMS Chief Information Officer, Phil Hill has worked at BMS for over 25 years and is managing the drive for BMS to become the leading broker in the use of technology to enhance client service and streamline internal processes. This drive combines advance business processes with commitment to innovation in the use of technology and information. This includes the coordination of the first fully-electronic placement at Lloyd's in January 2011.

Rupert recently joined as a Director of BMS Professional & Financial Services. Prior to this he was a Director of Miller Insurance Services focussing on the professional and creative industries. He has also held the post of UK Sales and Marketing Director for Hiscox Insurance Company, as well as a number of senior roles within Marsh.

A respected actuary with over 20 years experience in the industry, including Collins’ Chief Actuary and Managing Director at Guy Carpenter. Mike spent more than 17 years with The St. Paul Companies. Mike is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA).

An influential practitioner in the field of Specialty Casualty, having led Aon’s Healthcare and Lawyers Professional Liability Practice and formerly CEO of the Benfield subsidiary Paragon Strategic Solutions.

A highly skilled actuary, with expertise in pricing, reserving, risk modeling, underwriting and risk management, Dave has 29 years industry experience, including operating his own consultancy firm and as Chief Underwriting Officer for American Re Financial Products. He is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society, a Fellow of the Conference of Consulting Actuaries and a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries.

Urban W. Friesz is a Vice President and Senior Claims Specialist in our Client Reinsurance Operations group. As an in-house claims consultant, Urban works with Clients on their insurance and reinsurance claims matters. He also conducts training and development programs on claim resolution and management.