Howden makes key addition to Welsh corporate team

HOWDEN, the global insurance group, has appointed Daniel Abbott as Corporate Director to its South Wales corporate team.

Daniel joins the team following his role as Sales & Development Director at Watkin Davies, which was acquired by Howden in 2021. This marks another strong addition to Howden’s South Wales base as it continues to attract new talent through its unique employee ownership model and strengthen its potential for client support.

After being in his previous role for six years, Daniel will bring a wealth of experience to support the growth and development of Howden’s South Wales corporate division, which currently includes Annabelle Cervera, Tony Barber and Stephen Yandle as Account Executive, Account Director and Regional Corporate and Commercial Sales Director respectively.

As Corporate Director, Daniel will have a key focus on providing risk management solutions and effective risk transfer programmes for large, complex and multinational clients across industries such as marine, energy, construction and waste management.

Speaking on his appointment, Daniel said: “I was thrilled for the opportunity to join Howden’s corporate team in South Wales at what is such an exciting period of growth. In my role I aim to work closely with our clients and partners to formulate strategic plans that enhance opportunities, while effectively promoting Howden’s comprehensive range of solutions and capabilities.

“Howden is a group of exceptionally talented insurance experts who have the freedom to deliver for clients and the support to do what they do best. I’m honoured to join an exceptional team of seasoned professionals under the insightful leadership of Gary Stevens, and I look forward to contributing to Howden’s continued growth and expansion throughout South Wales and beyond.”

Gary Stevens, Regional Managing Director at Howden, added: “Daniel is an exceptional addition to our corporate team in South Wales and I have no doubt that he will make a strong impact on our growth and development, and catalyse the strategies involved to always provide the highest quality services. With his experience, he holds the key skills needed to create strategic solutions that not only benefit our clients fully but keep the true values and ethos of Howden at heart.”