Simply Business has officially announced the appointment of Julie Fisher as its permanent UK CEO after she served in the role on an interim basis. Fisher succeeds Alan Thomas, who left the company in September to become CEO at Ripe. With over 35 years of experience in the insurance industry, Fisher brings a wealth of expertise to her new leadership position.
Julie Fisher’s Journey to CEO
Julie Fisher first joined Simply Business in 2019 as Chief Commercial Officer, where she quickly made a significant impact. Her extensive career in the insurance sector includes leadership positions at major companies such as Churchill, RBS, and MoneySuperMarket. This vast experience has prepared her to lead Simply Business through its next phase of growth and innovation.
Simply Business Continues to Grow and Innovate
Under Fisher’s leadership, Simply Business is poised to strengthen its position as a leading digital broker specializing in small businesses and landlords. The company’s product portfolio has expanded significantly, now offering a range of insurance solutions, including commercial combined, contractors combined, and commercial vehicle insurance. Additionally, Simply Business boasts a strong panel of 35 insurers, allowing it to offer tailored solutions to its diverse customer base.
Fisher’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company, as it continues to innovate and evolve in a competitive market.
What’s Next for Simply Business?
Simply Business is committed to offering small businesses and landlords access to the right insurance products at competitive prices, all through a seamless digital platform. With Fisher at the helm, the company is set to further enhance its customer experience and expand its range of services to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Simply Business’s continued growth and leadership under Fisher’s guidance will be closely watched in the insurance and digital brokerage sectors.
