Arch Insurance Intl. names Mike Bottle as MD of UK Regional Division

Arch Insurance International, a provider of specialty insurance solutions globally, has announced the promotion of Mike Bottle to Managing Director of its UK Regional Division, effective immediately.

In his new role, Bottle will oversee Arch’s network of UK regional offices while continuing to lead the division’s strategy and distribution efforts.

He will work closely with Stuart Danskin, Director of Underwriting, and Vicky Rowlay, National Director of Business Transformation, to advance the division’s growth objectives. Bottle will report directly to Kirsten Valder, Deputy CEO of Arch Insurance International.

Bottle joined Arch in 2019 as Senior Vice President, Strategy and Distribution for the UK Regional Division. Prior to that, he served as Managing Director of Axiom Underwriting Agency Limited, bringing extensive experience to his leadership role.

This appointment follows the retirement of Steve Bashford, who served as Chief Executive of the UK Regional Division.

Valder added: “Mike is the natural successor to lead the UK Regional Division. He is highly respected by the broking market and has been integral to the impressive growth of the business. Under his leadership, we will continue to build on our momentum, strengthen our broker-focused approach and develop new solutions to respond to the evolving needs of our customers.”

Hugh Sturgess, CEO of Arch Insurance International, commented: “I would like to take the opportunity to thank Steve for his unwavering dedication over the last six years to making the UK Regional Division a leading carrier for our broker partners and mutual clients. Under his leadership, the team has developed a strong brand presence and reputation for quality underwriting and market- leading service. We wish him all the best for his well-deserved retirement.”

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