Meet our team

Now claiming an insurance broking career in excess of 30 years, Simon has been committed to his clients. His career began at independent brokers W. J. Shore, for those that can remember that excellent business: Prior to Venture he was managing director at John Lampier & Son.

Specialist PI broker Ian is committed to providing next-level customer service. His in-depth understanding of his clients, combined with an extensive knowledge of the market, has lead to strong client relationships spanning 30 years.

With an extensive and varied portfolio of long-standing clients - with some relationships spanning over 30 years - Graham is proud of the exceptional levels of service he provides. His 30+ year career began at CWR Constable & Co., before he went on to join Bristol-based John Lampier & Son. Graham is ACII-qualified, a chartered insurance broker and an affiliate of IOSH.

Alec has 20 years experience within the Industry, starting his career at Natwest Insurance Services and then subsequently for Bristol based John Lampier & Son Ltd. The most enjoyable part of the job for Alec has always been working closely with his clients and developing long term relationships, built on trust and integrity.

Specialising in Professional Indemnity Insurance since 1991, Danny has been providing consultancy, advice and guidance to a wide variety of professional firms throughout the UK. This includes all traditional professions, but also new and emerging professions, and a whole lot more!

Stuart has 30 years’ experience in the Commercial Insurance market having been an Underwriter with RSA, a Senior Business Developer at Allianz and an Account Executive at Jelf Lampier. Stuart uses the experience gained in these roles to work with clients to meet their Commercial Insurance requirements.

Luke is general insurance Account Director with over 20 years experience in the insurance industry, and specialisms in Real Estate, Property Development and all areas of the Construction industry. Luke adopts a holistic approach to both advice and service that enables him to build longstanding relationships with his clients, and allows them to feel entirely confident that their businesses are protected at all times.

James began his broking career working in general insurance for John Lampier and son, before moving into an Account Executive role as a Property Specialist in 2008. Now an experienced Account Director, James predominantly works with Block Managing Agents and Commercial/Residential Property Investors. In addition to Property Insurance, James's passion is creating value for Managing Agents by helping them improve operational efficiency.

Ray has over 40 years Insurance experience, both here in the UK and also in Bermuda and the wider Caribbean. ACII qualified, his knowledge has been gained from working in Underwriting roles at major Insurance Companies and at Account Director / Senior Management level in two Broking organisations. He has over 20 years Broking experience in client facing roles where he assumed responsibility for the Insurance programme and service delivery.

Gary joined us in June 2018, having relocated from Jersey to Somerset in 2017. He has 33 years’ experience in the insurance sector and has been a commercial broker for 25 years. He is ACII qualified and a Chartered Insurance Practitioner. Like us all, he has a wealth of experience in all aspects of commercial insurance and is a welcome addition to the team.

Sarah has worked in the insurance industry for 22 years working in personal and commercial lines and is currently completing her Cert CII.

Nicola has worked in the Insurance Industry for 20 years as a Secretary and Personal Assistant and is currently studying her Cert CII.

Karen became a part of the Venture team in February 2017 after the acquisition of Poole Martin. She has 36 years of Personal lines experience and is Cert CII qualified.

Jane has worked in the Insurance Industry for 32 years and joined Venture in February 2017 from Poole Martin. She is Cert CII qualified and currently studying for her diploma.

Nicky has worked in the finance for 20 years starting in banking, she moved to the insurance sector 5 years ago, and joined Venture in 2016.

Courtney began her career in customer services. Since joining venture she has worked in personal/commercial lines and is now part of the accounts team and studying for her Cert CII.

Specialist PI broker Ian is committed to providing next-level customer service. His in-depth understanding of his clients, combined with an extensive knowledge of the market, has lead to strong client relationships spanning 30 years.

Specialising in Professional Indemnity Insurance since 1991, Danny has been providing consultancy, advice and guidance to a wide variety of professional firms throughout the UK. This includes all traditional professions, but also new and emerging professions, and a whole lot more!

Jordan started her career in Insurance in 2014, after completing her law degree at the University of Gloucestershire. She has experience dealing with personal lines home and motor claims, previously working for national insurer Zurich and Endsleigh Insurance Brokers. Now specialising as a PI broker with us at Venture, she is working towards her Cert CII qualification.

Sarah has been an Insurance Broker for over 30 years, looking after some of her clients for as many years. Initially working with Martin & Galpin in South Bristol, she became part of John Lampier & Son before they sold to the Jelf Group. Like all of the team Sarah prides herself on client service and a broad understanding of all things insurance, with customer service being her top priority.

John started his career in insurance broking over 10 years ago working for Aon Ltd. He then worked for Jelf from 2011 before joining Venture in 2020. Specialising in Property Insurance, John has over 8 years’ experience dealing with Block Managing Agents, commercial property owners and residential property owners

Nicky has over 25 year experience in the Insurance Industry starting her career on the underwriting side and progressing through various roles whilst working for 3 major Insurers. In 2000 she moved into broking, bringing her underwriting knowledge and experience to work directly with both clients and Insurers, building and maintaining important relationships.

Louisa joined us in 2015 having previously worked with most of us at Lampier Insurance Brokers in Bristol. Louisa started her insurance career with International Insurance Brokers, Aon in 2000 and subsequently joined Lampiers in 2007. Like us all she has a wealth of experience in all aspects of business insurance and is a welcome addition to the team.

Sam joined us in 2017 from Arthur J Gallagher in Bristol where she specialised predominately in the live events, media and commercial pyrotechnics sector. She started her career in the insurance industry in 2004 and has varied experience in both personal and commercial lines. Sam is currently working towards her ACII qualification and hopes to achieve this in the near future.

Harriet joined us in 2018 having worked previously at Higos Insurance Services in Bath and has nearly 10 years’ experience working in general commercial insurance. She is Cert CII qualified and looks forward to progressing further with her professional studies. Harriet prides herself on attention to detail and with customer service being her top priority.

Jonquil has over 25 years broking experience starting in personal lines and moving to commercial insurance in 2000. Jonquil specializes predominately in Property Owners and Fleet Insurance, but has varied experience in both personal and commercial insurance.

Lisa has been looking after our key clients for many years, both as the first employee of Venture and previously at John Lampier/Jelf. A Chartered Insurance Broker, she has worked in our industry for over 20 years. Lisa is married with 2 boys and enjoys running and cycling in her spare time.

Kate has been working in the insurance industry for almost 20 years starting with Royal & SunAlliance with the majority of her time spent in Claims roles. Kate is extremely service driven, client focused and always achieves the best possible result when managing claims for us here at Venture.

Stuart has 30 years’ experience in the Commercial Insurance market having been an Underwriter with RSA, a Senior Business Developer at Allianz and an Account Executive at Jelf Lampier. Stuart uses the experience gained in these roles to work with clients to meet their Commercial Insurance requirements.

Luke is general insurance Account Director with over 20 years experience in the insurance industry, and specialisms in Real Estate, Property Development and all areas of the Construction industry. Luke adopts a holistic approach to both advice and service that enables him to build longstanding relationships with his clients, and allows them to feel entirely confident that their businesses are protected at all times.

James began his broking career working in general insurance for John Lampier and son, before moving into an Account Executive role as a Property Specialist in 2008. Now an experienced Account Director, James predominantly works with Block Managing Agents and Commercial/Residential Property Investors. In addition to Property Insurance, James's passion is creating value for Managing Agents by helping them improve operational efficiency.

Ray has over 40 years Insurance experience, both here in the UK and also in Bermuda and the wider Caribbean. ACII qualified, his knowledge has been gained from working in Underwriting roles at major Insurance Companies and at Account Director / Senior Management level in two Broking organisations. He has over 20 years Broking experience in client facing roles where he assumed responsibility for the Insurance programme and service delivery.