BGC Partners, Inc.’s recently launched Corant Global Limited, the new name for BGC Insurance (BGCI), has today announced the appointment of Steven Beard as Executive Director, effective immediately.
In his new role, Beard takes on an array of responsibilities across the group with functions including finance, operations, IT, infrastructure, and digital reporting to him.
He brings a strong track record of delivering business value, driving business performance, and building market leading positions, having held numerous senior executive roles.
Most recently, he served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RFIB, having joined the firm in 2017. Prior to RFIB, he served as CEO of Agilisys, an IT and business services company.
Corant’s CEO, Steve Hearn, commented on the appointment: “Steven’s appointment is a clear demonstration of our continued investment in building Corant’s tech-enabled multi-channel platform. He has an established and impressive industry reputation and he will play a significant role in driving change, fostering innovation and enabling sustainable growth for the benefit of our clients and colleagues.”
Andy Wallin, Corant President, said: “Steven joins at a pivotal moment in Corant’s journey as we look to capitalise on the opportunities we see in the market. Under our new Corant brand, we continue to build an ambitious group focused on transforming risk and on being the home of choice for top insurance talent – demonstrated by our ability to attract exceptional market leaders such as Steven.”
Back in January, BGC Partners, Inc. announced the launch of Corant Global Limited, the new holding company for all the insurance interests of the global brokerage and financial technology firm.
On his new role, Beard said: “Working for an entrepreneurially led organisation such as Corant that has a robust focus on investing in technology as well as in top-tier broking talent, is an exciting proposition and where my experience is best served. I look forward to supporting the growth of the group and contributing to its ongoing success.”
