Leadership Transition at Amwins Group: A New Era Under Ben Sloop

Leadership Transition at Amwins Group

In a significant development for the wholesale insurance industry, Amwins Group has revealed that Ben Sloop will take over as President effective January 1, 2025. This transition signifies a pivotal moment for the company as it looks to further its strategic objectives under capable leadership.

Ben Sloop has been an integral part of Amwins since 2005, holding pivotal roles that have greatly contributed to the company's growth and success. His journey through the organization includes key positions such as the President of Amwins Access and Group Chief Operating Officer. In his new capacity, Sloop's primary focus will be on driving Amwins' strategic expansion, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, while also enhancing operational excellence through innovation and technology. A notable aspect of his agenda will involve leveraging data and analytics to improve both client relations and overall market performance.

Scott Purviance, CEO of Amwins, expressed enthusiasm regarding Sloop's appointment. He stated, "Ben has been a key contributor to the success of Amwins, and his deep market insights have continually driven the company into new areas of opportunity. His leadership has been instrumental in helping us differentiate ourselves in the market, and I am thrilled he will take on this broader role."

The change in leadership comes alongside James Drinkwater’s transition to the role of Vice Chair, continuing his active involvement with Amwins as Executive Chairman of Amwins Global Risks. Drinkwater has been with the company since 2004 and has served as President since 2018. Reflecting on his time at Amwins, Drinkwater remarked, "It's been an incredibly exciting journey, and I'm proud of everything we've achieved as a company, from our explosive growth to the strong culture we've built."

Now, as he steps into a Vice Chair position, Drinkwater will be able to focus on nurturing retail client and carrier relationships, essential for maintaining Amwins' competitive edge in the marketplace. His advisory capacity is expected to enhance the company's strategic direction further.

Purviance commented on the restructuring, saying, "At Amwins, we are constantly assessing our structure and strategy to ensure we are best positioned to execute on our 150-year vision. Both Ben and James have been at the forefront of many of our successful initiatives, and their contributions are invaluable."

This leadership transition is crucial for Amwins as it aims to uphold its mission of being a premier partner within the wholesale insurance market, committed to employing the finest professionals and delivering unmatched value to clients. As Sloop steps into his new role, the entire organization anticipates an exciting future leading the way in the industry.

As Amwins embarks on this new chapter, all eyes will be on the innovative changes and strategies that will arise under Sloop's leadership. The company’s dedication to operational excellence, client satisfaction, and market growth stands to reinforce its position as a leader in wholesale insurance brokerage and specialty underwriting in the years to come.