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Venbrook appoints Awais Farooq as Chief Claims Officer

6th February 2026 - Author: Beth Musselwhite -

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Venbrook Group, LLC, an independent insurance distribution and services firm in the US, has announced the appointment of Awais Farooq as Chief Claims Officer.

In his new role, Farooq will oversee Venbrook’s global claims operations, focusing on driving strategy, enhancing services, and delivering stronger outcomes for clients.

He brings nearly two decades of experience leading high-performing claims teams and transforming global organisations. He joins Venbrook from Crawford & Company, where he most recently served as Senior Vice President of Strategy & Transformation.

Prior to that, Farooq held senior leadership roles at State Farm, Chubb, and Berkshire Hathaway GUARD.

“We are thrilled to welcome Awais to this critical leadership position,” said Jason Turner, Founder and CEO of Venbrook Group. “His proven track record of delivering superior claims outcomes aligns with our commitment to provide our clients with bespoke solutions and a modernised claims process. We are happy to have him on the team.”

“I am excited to join Venbrook and help usher in a new level of service in the company’s claims division,” said Farooq. “Together, we will focus on leveraging data and technology to enhance our services, provide customer advocacy, and deliver exceptional outcomes.”