Independent specialist insurance and reinsurance broker BMS Group has announced the appointment of Rod Spurrell as managing director at Lions Gate Underwriting, a specialist MGA launched in 2015 BMS’s Canadian subsidiary.
Spurrell joins with over 24 years’ experience from Markel Canada, where he most recently served as vice president of underwriting.
Effective immediately, he will be based in Toronto and reports to Brian Gomes, president and Chief Executive Officer at BMS Canada.
“Superior product offerings and bespoke, personalised services are key components of BMS and Lions Gate’s success,” said Gomes.
“We understand the importance of local knowledge and therefore continue to attract the finest talent in the market to develop innovative products.”
“Rod will contribute significantly to our planned expansion in areas of Central & Eastern Canada as we grow our network there.
“His expertise in the environmental liability area in particular will be a great asset as we develop Lions Gate’s product offering and I would therefore like to take the opportunity to welcome Rod to our team.”
