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Julie joins Carbon from Asta Capital Limited, where she served as Head of Client Management. She brings extensive experience in managing syndicate underwriting performance and relationships, a key asset as Carbon continues to grow its innovative insurance offerings.

In her new role, Julie will oversee the management and performance of Carbon’s syndicates, including the recently launched Syndicate 5757, which has received Lloyd’s approval in principle to begin underwriting 1 January 2025. 

Overall Carbon will have £400 million GWP under management in 2025 year of account, combining Syndicate 4747 and 5757. 

Carbon Founder and CEO Nick Tye commented: “We are really delighted to welcome Julie Gallagher to our growing team. Her extensive expertise in syndicate management will be invaluable as we continue to expand our footprint in the international specialty market. The approval in principle for the launch of our second Syndicate – Syndicate 5757 from January 2025 –  is a major milestone for us, and Julie’s appointment reinforces our commitment to building a world-class team. Our technology-first approach, embodied in our proprietary ecosystem Graphene, is transforming the way we operate, and we are confident that with Julie on board, we will continue to drive innovation and deliver exceptional underwriting results.”

Julie Gallagher, Head of Syndicate Management, added, “I am excited to join Carbon at such a pivotal moment in its development. Syndicate management and fostering strong syndicate relationships are critical to driving sustainable growth and ensuring long-term success. Carbon’s commitment to innovation, particularly through the Graphene platform, sets it apart in the industry. I am eager to contribute to this dynamic environment and help shape the future of Carbon’s syndicates, especially as we embark on the journey with Syndicate 5757.”

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About Carbon Underwriting

Carbon Underwriting Limited (Carbon) operates Syndicate CBN 4747 at Lloyd’s and Syndicate CBN 5757 at Lloyd’s. 

Carbon set out in 2018 with a mission to transform the world of delegated underwriting and with a vision to set a global benchmark. We are a dynamic company and recognise the importance of embracing modern technology to deeply enrich our offering. We have pioneered a game-changing, bespoke approach using an open underwriting model where data drives improved underwriting performance creating superior analysis and fluidity of portfolio management. This is administered through our in-house technology ecosystem, Graphene. For more information, please visit: www.carbonuw.com/

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