National Friendly strengthens team with three appointments
National Friendly appointed Paul Allen as chief marketing officer, Peter Stanley as deputy chief actuary and Danny Turner as BDM.
National Friendly has appointed Paul Allen (pictured) as chief marketing officer, Peter Stanley as deputy chief actuary and Danny Turner as business development manager (BDM).
Allen joins with more than 25 years of experience in insurance marketing, including a previous role at Zurich Insurance.
In his new role, he will oversee marketing, product propositions and strategies supporting the society’s business partners.
Allen said: “Marketing is entering one of the most exciting periods of change I’ve seen in my career.
“AI is going to transform how we understand customers, develop propositions, create content and deliver experiences.
“I’m delighted to be joining National Friendly at an important point in its development.”
Allen added: “I look forward to combining innovation with the Society’s strong sense of purpose to support its growth and help more people access the protection they need.”
Stanley will oversee actuarial valuations, produce the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment and contribute to capital, investment and liquidity management.
He has 20 years of experience in financial services and previously worked at Lloyds Banking Group and KPMG.
Turner previously held business development and strategic account roles at Vitality, Canada Life and The Exeter.
He will work with advisers and support National Friendly’s business development.
Graham Singleton, chief executive of National Friendly, said: “It’s testament to our ongoing growth and success across the business that we’re making today’s announcement to further strengthen our team.
“By investing in our leadership and specialist expertise, we are increasing our capacity to grow sustainably, support our partners and deliver for our members.
“We’re delighted to welcome Paul, Peter and Danny to the team.”
Singleton added: “Each brings considerable experience and fresh perspectives to the Society.
“And we look forward to working together to help more people access innovative protection solutions and, ultimately, bridge the protection gap.”
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