MNK International names Julian Ball to lead North America broking platform

Lloyd’s broker MNK International has launched a North American arm and appointed Julian Ball as its leader, as it targets growth by connecting producers and clients with specialist insurance solutions through the London and Bermuda markets.

Ball (pictured), has more than 35 years of experience in the North American insurance market, including senior roles in London and New York. Ball previously established and built North American specialty businesses at United Insurance Brokers, led a wholesale business serving the US market at Marsh, and oversaw US growth and client development at Bowring Marsh.

Based in London, Ball will lead the development of specialist teams and broaden MNK International’s product offering while strengthening relationships with clients across North America.

The business will target a range of established sectors, including transportation and auto, commercial property, delegated authority, professional and financial, marine hull and cargo, healthcare and life science, natural resources, construction and engineering, crisis management, renewable energy and cyber.

Ball will also oversee development of a digital platform for North American clients and explore opportunities to create proprietary solutions with other businesses across MNK Group.

Naman Kumar, CEO of MNK International, said: “As we continue to strengthen our international reach, North America is a significant growth market for MNK International and Julian is ideally placed to lead the development of our broking platform in the region. He brings deep market knowledge, a strong record of building successful teams and a clear understanding of what clients and distribution partners need.”

Ball added: “What attracted me to MNK International was the clear ambition across the business, together with a willingness to invest in people, technology and new capabilities.

“North America presents an important opportunity for MNK International. Changes in the broking market are creating demand for an independent and collaborative alternative that can give producers access to specialist expertise and capacity in London and Bermuda. I am excited to build out our broking platform, develop specialist teams and expand our offering across both established and emerging areas of the market.”

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