Acrisure UK Broking has expanded its reach with the acquisition of four businesses: London-based managing general agent Confidas, as well as established brokers Heathwoods Insurance & Financial Services, Marrs Insurance Brokers and Smith Greenfield Services.
According to Acrisure, the companies have decades of collective expertise, long-standing client relationships and strong reputations in their respective markets including commercial insurance, construction and property insurance, high net worth insurance and estate insurance.
As part of the integration, Acrisure has announced key leadership appointments to strengthen its professional capabilities.
Mark Eckstein, a property and construction industry figure based in Heathwoods’ North London office, will take on the role of Real Estate Director at Acrisure UK Broking.
Meanwhile, Smith Greenfield leader Steve Smith will serve as head of private clients. He brings a proven high net worth individual practice spanning high value residential, fine art, private collections and custom liability solutions.
Confidas, an MGA owned by Smith Greenfield, will continue to offer an innovative product portfolio tailored to the needs of professional customers.
As mentioned previously, Marrs Insurance Brokers was a member of Acrisure’s Appointed Representative Network Eleven and has now officially joined the organization.
The move reportedly reflects the strong partnership established between Marrs, its managing director Mark Coffer and the wider Acrisure platform in the UK.
Mark McIlquham, CEO of Acrisure UK, commented: “We are delighted to welcome new colleagues from Heathwoods, Smith Greenfield, Confidas and Marrs to the Acrisure family and platform. Each of these companies has built something truly impressive that will enhance our platform, including trusted customer relationships, talent and a commitment to doing the right thing.
“This alignment is exactly what we look for in a long-term partner so we can grow together. These acquisitions mark an important step in our expansion this year as we cement our position as a dominant force in the UK insurance market.”
