In this episode of Momentum Meets, host Alistair Body welcomes David Hockey, Head of Partnerships at Admiral Pioneer, the division behind Admiral’s bold expansion into the commercial insurance space.

Renowned for its leadership in personal lines, Admiral is now making strategic moves into the SME market – and they’re doing it through carefully chosen broker partnerships. David shares the thinking behind this shift, the ambition driving it, and what it means for brokers who want to stay ahead of the curve.

From modular products and proprietary platforms to digital underwriting and long-term broker relationships, this conversation uncovers how Admiral Pioneer is building something new – with brokers, not around them. You’ll hear about the lessons David’s brought from his global experience, what’s shaped the early momentum, and how Admiral aims to balance innovation with trusted service.

Whether you’re a broker seeking forward-thinking insurer partnerships or simply curious about how legacy players are adapting for the future, this episode delivers practical insight and fresh perspective in equal measure.

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We meet our very newly appointed Broker Relationship Manager, Joe Hall, who discusses his previous experience in the industry after starting his career in car sales.

If you're looking to start your own brokerage and want more information on how Momentum Broker Solutions can support your journey, then reach out to Alistair Body on LinkedIn.

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In this episode, we're joined by Mathew Rowles, Managing Director of Malago Insurance in Bristol. With over 30 years in the industry and nearly a decade running his own brokerage, Mathew has built something genuinely meaningful – a firm rooted in traditional values, local relationships, and an unwavering commitment to doing things the right way.

We talk through the story behind Malago: why Mathew chose to set up on his own, how he’s grown the business through word-of-mouth and community reputation, and what it means to stay independent in today’s fast-changing insurance landscape. From supporting local sports teams to organising Christmas appeals for families, Mathew’s approach is all about bringing people together and providing real value.

In this episode:

🌉 Why community-led values still outperform volume-driven models

🌉 How independent brokers can compete – and win – without chasing scale

🌉 What today’s clients really want: relationships, relevance, and reliability

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