Category: Pound Gates

Shirley joined Pound Gates in August 2008 and has supported our nursery scheme for the Childcare Sector for the past ten years. During this time she has built up good relationships with many clients. Shirley holds the Certificate in Insurance with the Chartered Insurance Institute. She is also a member of the charity committee. Shirley has three grown up children and three grandchildren with a fourth one being born in America shortly. In her spare time, she spends a lot of time with her Grandchildren, and also enjoys travelling especially to America to see her son and his wife and soon to be new grandson and Peanut the dog.

Abigail joined Pound Gates in 2008 with seven years previous insurance experience, and holds the Certificate in Insurance with the Chartered Insurance Institute. In supporting our Nursery Scheme clients for over 10 years and representing Pound Gates at NDNA member events around the UK, she has gained a strong understanding of issues within the sector and also thus supported the development of the Nursery Scheme. Abigail is married and she and her husband enjoy cycling and walking together in the beautiful Suffolk countryside where they live. They love to travel, exploring the local history and cuisine but also look forward to the winter season combining this passion for food with snowboarding in Europe.

Kerry has worked in the insurance industry for 27 years, having previously worked for Aviva Insurance Ltd. She joined Pound Gates in 2010 and holds the Certificate in Insurance with the Chartered Insurance Institute. Kerry is married with two children. She is the resident choreographer for a local theatre company, having previously been a professional dancer, and enjoys going to the theatre.

Kerry joined Pound Gates in 2011 having spent the previous 10 years with a major motor insurer. She has an extensive knowledge of motor claims, but has also developed a broad knowledge of all commercial claim types during her time with Pound Gates, including claims in the removals and self-storage sectors. Kerry holds the Certificate in Insurance qualification is a member of the Chartered Insurance Institute.

Del started his career as a commercial underwriter with Commercial Union in 1994, progressing through various senior roles as the organisation merged with General Accident and later Norwich Union to become Aviva. Del is Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and holds the Advanced Diploma (ACII) qualification. He joined Pound Gates in 2001 and became a Director in 2013. Del is married with two daughters. He is a keen cyclist and very amateur tennis player. Del is also responsible for managing the Pound Gates’ Acorn Fund with the Suffolk Community Foundation.

Viv has spent 18 years within the broking insurance industry having joined Pound Gates in June 2005. Viv takes pride on giving excellent service and advice to her numerous clients. She holds the Certificate in Insurance with the Chartered Insurance Institute. Viv has three grown up children and five grandchildren and in her spare time socialises with her family. Viv is a keen traveller and enjoys holidaying abroad and has visited numerous countries.

Debbie has spent nearly 20 years in the insurance industry, focusing on all aspects of marine insurance. She has held senior positions at JLT, HSBC and Marsh handling portfolios of international business. Debbie joined Pound Gates in 2014 as a marine, transport and logistics specialist. She is an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and a Chartered Insurance Broker.

Kayleigh joined Pound Gates in 2016 and has worked in accounts and finance roles since 2005 in a range of industries including Public Sector Services, Healthcare and Pub, Retail and Brewery. She became Assistant Management Accountant in April 2017. She is currently CIMA Cert BA qualified and continuing with her accounting studies.

Josh joined Pound Gates in 2016 and leads the Finance and Commercial team. He is a fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He has held senior positions in a range of industries including Import / Export of goods, Energy, Manufacturing and Retail. He is responsible for developing and implementing commercial strategies in line with the company’s objectives. He is also responsible for a number of key clients and these range from local businesses through to large multinationals. He will act as your senior level contact within Pound Gates. Josh is married with two young children. He is a keen supporter of Arsenal FC and is a coach at youth level for a local football club. In his spare time, he enjoys travelling and socialising with friends. Josh is also a Trustee of The Soma Leo Foundation.