Sportscover appoints new Sydney office manager

Sportscover has announced that Damian Kerin will take over responsibility for its Sydney office with effect from 1st June 2011.

Kerin replaces Simon Trowell who has decided to establish his own business after 11 years of valuable service with Sportscover. In his time with Sportscover, Simon has been an integral part of the development of Sportscover's operations in Sydney, NSW, Queensland and overseas and a highly valued member of the management team. There will be a handover period of one month.

Announcing the appointment Sportscover Chief Executive Chris Nash explained "I have conflicting emotions in making this announcement. On the one hand I am very sorry to see Simon depart after having worked closely with him on various projects over the past 11 years. His contribution to Sportscover's growth has been considerable.

"On the other hand, I am delighted to welcome someone with the skills and depth of experience as Damian. He will be a valuable addition to the management team having very relevant underwriting knowledge and extensive management experience. I am looking forward to him taking over this senior role."

Damian Kerin joins Sportscover after having been with Austagencies for the past 14 years, most recently as National Manager - Specialty. Damian will have responsibility for Sportscover's NSW, ACT and Queensland operations and will also be involved in the continuing growth of business in the wider region.

Sportscover is one of the world's leading sports and leisure insurance services groups with offices in London, Melbourne, Sydney, Shanghai, and the Pacific Islands. sing a worldwide broker network, Sportscover specialises in accident, liability, property, contingency and travel insurances for sport and leisure.

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