Kevin Thompson has advised the Board of Insurance Ireland that he is resigning his position as CEO to take up a senior role within the industry. Kevin is engaging with the Board in relation to his departure date and will remain as CEO until this date is confirmed. The Board of Insurance Ireland will now commence the process for the appointment of his successor.

Ann Kelleher commented, “On behalf of Insurance Ireland, I would like to thank Kevin for his leadership and commitment during his very successful tenure. Kevin’s achievements include the significant increase in the membership of the organisation and the expansion of Insurance Ireland’s international presence with the opening of a Brussels office. These and other achievements leave Insurance Ireland well positioned for the future. I am pleased that Kevin is remaining in the insurance industry and wish him every success in the next stage of his career.”

Kevin Thompson commented, “I would like to thank the staff, the Board and the members of Insurance Ireland for their support throughout my seven years as CEO. It has been a pleasure to work with such dedicated people and to see the organisation grow. I look forward to seeing Insurance Ireland’s work continue on behalf of the sector and its customers.”

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