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Chris Jackson is CEO of the Underwriting Collective, leading its strategy, specialist underwriting focus and growth. He co-founded Acquinex in 2017, oversaw its sale to PIB in 2021, and has since helped shape PIB’s broader Specialty MGA strategy.

Will joined PIB Group in 2017 and leads financial performance across the division. He previously worked in Corporate Finance and M&A, supporting acquisitions and capital raises across the UK and Europe, before moving to Underwriting in 2023 to lead finance.

Paul joined PIB in 2016 and brings over 25 years of insurance experience. After senior roles at Bluefin and across PIB’s operations and trading teams, he now ensures the Underwriting Collective has the capability, flexibility and scale to support its strategy and growth.

Bethany joined PIB Group in 2024 and brings over 15 years’ HR experience across financial services and Amazon. She leads the HR team, supporting business strategy through effective people solutions, while helping drive transformation, growth and wider group people initiatives.

Natalie joined PIB in 2025 and leads strategic initiatives across the Underwriting Collective, driving alignment across complex operations. She brings over 20 years’ experience across insurance, advisory and corporate environments, with a strong track record in transformation and strategic programme delivery.

Josh leads Acquinex’s corporate development, financial performance, operations and day-to-day management. He has over 15 years’ experience across M&A and insurance, including senior roles at global insurers and MGAs, and is a qualified solicitor who trained at Macfarlanes.

Steve is co-founder of Litica and has specialised in ATE insurance underwriting since 2008. A qualified lawyer by background, he is recognised for his expertise in commercial and media litigation and has built strong relationships across leading law firms, barristers and funders.

Stephen is co-founder of Litica and has worked in insurance since 2005. A qualified solicitor and experienced litigation insurance underwriter, he brings deep expertise across ATE insurance and litigation finance, developed through underwriting, private practice and work with litigation funders.

Michael Grassee is CEO of hector, a specialist digital motor fleet insurer based in Cologne. With more than 30 years’ experience in motor insurance and operational leadership, he has held senior roles across Germany and Europe and now leads hector’s strategy and growth.

Mike leads the growth and success of the Underwriting Collective’s Wholesale, Affinity and Retail MGAs. He joined Q Underwriting as part of its founding leadership team and has held senior commercial roles spanning distribution, product development, operations and broader MGA leadership.