Insurance Times Awards 2024: Clegg Gifford’s focus on reopening high street branches helps shape ‘future of commercial broking’

1. Why did you put yourselves forward for the Commercial Lines Broker of the Year category?

We’re proud to share the ongoing progress of Clegg Gifford. After the successes of last year’s branch expansion across the UK, we’re eager to show our continued commitment to enhancing commercial broking in the UK.

Our focus on revitalising local high streets and building strong connections with local businesses speaks of our community-focused mission.

By entering, we are acknowledging the successes we’ve achieved and reaffirming our dedication to serving customers and local economies.

2. What do you think makes your entry stand out and why should you win the award?

Our entry stands out because of our proactive approach to shaping the future of commercial broking.

By expanding customer-facing branches, we’ve made commercial broking more accessible and personal. Initiatives such as the ‘save the high street’ campaign and our apprenticeship programme reflect our commitment to both the community and the next generation of professionals.

Our focus is on ensuring customers are provided with good outcomes to help them achieve their financial objectives and these genuine relationships makes us a strong contender for this award.

3. What would winning this award mean to you and your firm?

Winning this award would be a fitting way to recognise our team’s hard work and efforts.

Most importantly, it would acknowledge the valuable contributions of our dedicated team, whose efforts have helped to make Clegg Gifford a leader in the sector.