Joanne Marriott Appointed to Russell Scanlan Board of Directors

Chartered insurance broker Russell Scanlan has appointed former Nottingham Insurance Institute (NII) President, Joanne Marriott, to its Board of Directors. Joanne will head up the commercial and small to medium enterprise (SME) operations of the business, as well as taking on responsibility for products governance and FCA compliance with the support from experienced Commercial Team Leader, Rob Wood.

Joanne joined Russell Scanlan in 2020, having built influence within the East Midlands insurance industry for more than 30 years. Having taken up roles as Dinner Secretary, Treasurer and Deputy President for the NII over the course of her career, Joanne was elected President in 2021, a position she held for two full terms.

She brings a wealth of experience to her new Director role, from managing teams across personal lines, small commercial insurance, as well as claims. Joanne’s professional and compassionate influence amongst the Russell Scanlan team positions her well in this leadership role.

Joanne said: “When I stepped through the door of our Wellington Circus office on my first day 4 years ago, I knew the Russell Scanlan was the place for me. Since then, the company has supported me through my NII Presidency, invested its time in my career development and has continued to promote the importance of our wider community in strengthening our culture.”

Joanne position will be supported by the promotion of Rob Wood to Commercial Team Leader. Rob, who returned to Russell Scanlan in 2023 after five and a half years away from the firm, will take up responsibility for the day-to-day management of the firm’s insurance team.

Recent changes to Russell Scanlan’s Board of Directors includes the appointment of former Sales & Marketing Director, Mike Dickinson, to the position of Managing Director. On Joanne’s appointment, Mike adds: “We’re thrilled to welcome Joanne to the Board, with her wealth of experience and excellent credentials. Her passion and dedication for our business, and for the team, has resulted in Russell Scanlan’s growth over the years, both commercially and reputationally.

“Supported by Rob, Joanne’s focus will be on strengthening our commercial operations as well as continuing to be an influential driving force in our CSR initiatives. Congratulations Jo and Rob, very well deserved!”

Russell Scanlan is Nottingham’s longest established insurance broker and is celebrating 143 years in operation. The firm has held chartered status by the Chartered Insurance Institute – one of only a handful of brokers in the East Midlands. This year, Russell Scanlan acquired Leicester-based specialist firm Building & Land Guarantees Ltd (BLG). Through the acquisition, BLG will also now become part of Acrisure, the global fintech leader which provides a range of products including insurance, reinsurance and cyber services.