News

John Ambler - To Retire

November 2009

After more years than he cares to mention in insurance - John ( Johnners ) has announced he plans to retire in the spring. John has been with us since the start of the business in 2003 and his wealth of knowledge will be sorely missed.

Aviva Personal Best

October 2009

Aviva have now made available to Irvine Commercial the same rating and 'offers' available on Aviva Direct. So if you are looking for value for money household or motor insurance with the support of a broker why not give us a try.

Aviva Annual Conference

September 2009

Aviva held their second annual conference for their select panel of brokers in Barcelona in September. Steve Sawrey was lucky enough to be asked to attend this year on behalf of the business.

Whilst there was plenty of time to enjoy the sights there was a serious side to the visit as well.

It was an opportunity for the senior executives at Aviva to share their vision for the industry in the years ahead. Clearly they value local brokers like us because of our close relationship with and our professional service to our clients. They will continue to develop their products and services with this in mind.

Tell us what you think

July 2009

As part of our aim to provide an unrivalled service we have signed up with Client Survey.com.

This facility enables us to contact you by e-mail and invite you to take part in a brief online survey. Initially this will be targeted at new customers but will be extended to include the renewal and claims handling process in due course. We value your feedback.

Coventry Fun Run 2009

July 2009

John Townsley was appointed event Co -Ordinator for this event through his involvement with Coventry Three Spires Round Table. Work started in January 2009, for the Fun Run, which entered it’s 26^th year in June 2009.

The event raises money for local charities and good causes with over 3000 runners taking part who take to the streets of the city in the 4 mile route. The event raised £48,000 this year.

Irvine Commercial were one of the sponsors and some of the staff took part on the day.

John and his team from Round Table worked hard to lay on entertainment, stalls, music and even managed to secure the attendance of an Olympic athlete from Team GB. The organisers aim to improve upon this again for 2010. Special thanks go to our very own Mina Subhan for her invaluable help working alongside John on the administration for the event.

If you are interested in raising money for your own specified charity and would like to know more please view www.coventryfunrun.co.uk or give john a call.

Emma returns from Maternity leave

April 2009

After the birth of her second child - Mia - we are delighted to welcome Emma Walker back to the business.

Emma is now responsible specifically for the personal motor and household business together with travel.

We believe that personal business requires a more personal touch so have decided to dedicate one member of the team to this business. Emma's background is in personal lines insurance so this made perfect sense.

Aviva Bonus Status Awarded

April 2009

We are delighted to announce that Aviva Insurance have awarded Irvine Commercial with BONUS status. Aviva only give this to a select panel of brokers across the country and is recognition of the business placed with them but also the professionalism of the broker and their standing in the business community.

It means having a dedicated underwriter in our office who can provide a fast turnaround on quotations adjustments and documentation.

Ian Williams is our Bonus Underwriter and looking to develop new relationships with our commercial customers.

Ian has over 20 years experience in underwriting and has held similar positions with other brokers over the years.

Keith Harrison Retires

October 2008

As many of you will have read in the last newsletter Keith retired in October 2008 after 40 years in the industry.

Keith keeps in touch and has represented the business at a number of networking meetings when the regular member has been away on holiday.

Our New Office Location at Last!

September 2008

Work on our offices at Lower Farm finally finished last summer and we were able to move to the main part of the building on 30th September 2008.

Many of our clients have been to see us. Those who haven't - you are welcome to drop in any time.