New CEO named for Amwins' London specialty distribution unit

Amwins has announced that Nick Abraham (pictured above) will take over as CEO of the London-based specialist distribution division, effective January 1, 2025.

Abraham, who joined Amwins in November 2021, holds a leading role in the consumer division. He brings a wealth of experience from his 17-year tenure at Markel, where he held a number of leadership positions.

Scott Purviance, CEO of Amwins Group, Inc, said Abraham has been instrumental in diversifying retailers over the past three years.

“His experience on the carrier side, combined with his sales experience, makes him the perfect choice to lead the expansion of our London operation,” said Purviance.

Nathan Mathis, who has served in leadership roles in London for the past six years, including three as CEO, will return to the company's US-based leadership team in Charlotte. You will focus on key growth initiatives going forward.

Purviance noted that Mathis' leadership helped establish Amwins Global Risks as Lloyd's leading independent broker, representing more than $3 billion in written premium.

In addition to Abraham's new role, Mark Cody, currently managing director of Amwins Global Risks, will be promoted to president.

Cody, who has been with Amwins for 25 years, will work closely with Abraham, focusing on recruiting and carrier relations. James Drinkwater will remain as executive chairman of Amwins Global Risks.

In other developments, M Steven DeCarlo, executive chairman of Amwins, will be honored as the Insurance Leader of the Year 2024 by the St. John's University's Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science.

The award will be presented at the 29th Annual Insurance Leaders of the Year Dinner on February 26, 2025, at the New York Marriott Marquis.

DeCarlo, who previously served as CEO of Amwins for 17 years, oversaw the company's expansion through the integration of several specialty retailers. Proceeds from the event will benefit the students and programs of the Greenberg School, which is part of The Peter J. Tobin College of Business in St. John's University.

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