On 6th November we hosted our annual Expo, and one month on, we reflect on the incredible opportunities our franchisees had to network, exchange ideas and discover how we continue to support their growth.
Watch the Coversure Expo 2024 video here.
We were thrilled to welcome more than 300 attendees to the event, including franchisees, franchise staff, insurers, central support and a number of businesses from across the Jensten Group. We’d like to extend a special thank you to all who joined us, as well as our sponsors, particularly headline sponsors, RSA and Zurich.
We were honoured to have football legend John Barnes join us at the event. His talk on mental strength, resilience and overcoming obstacles left us all feeling motivated and ready to tackle new challenges.
Driving growth and innovation
It was inspiring to see such dedication to growth and excellence throughout our network. The keynote sessions provided valuable insights, and we were excited to hear about the innovative initiatives that continue to shape the future of Coversure.
Through resources like the Coversure Hub, merchandise portal and social media masterclasses, we’re dedicated to providing the appropriate support our franchises need to thrive. We’re also excited to introduce the Coversure Academy, an online learning platform offering over 200 e-learning courses and 150 webinars, designed to help franchisees and their teams access essential resources for professional growth.
Celebrating franchise success
At the Expo, we unveiled the return of our Club Eighty-Six recognition programme. Franchisees who meet specific performance criteria will be invited to an exclusive hospitality experience at the Henley Regatta next July – just one of the many ways we celebrate excellence and support franchisees in achieving greater success.
We concluded the event with the annual awards, proudly sponsored by Aviva, and would like to recognise the outstanding achievements of the following winners:
Lifetime Achievement Award: Janet Fay
Janet Fay has been an integral part of the Coversure network since opening her franchise in 1998. She has successfully grown her business and become a valued member of the Newcastle business community. Janet’s contributions to the network are a model of insurance excellence. Her brokerage has recently joined Jensten Insurance Brokers, marking an exciting new chapter in her journey.
Team of the Year Award: BYB Group
Mel and Tony, who run three Coversure offices, Batley, York and Middlesbrough, have shown incredible teamwork and dedication. Their ability to overcome challenges and maintain a positive, professional environment in each of their offices has been truly inspiring. Their enthusiastic approach to business makes each of their locations a welcoming place for both colleagues and clients.
Star Award: Ciara Curran
Ciara Curran, who joined Coversure Teddington as a 16-year-old apprentice, has grown into a key team member. Her dedication to professional development is evident in her proactive networking and involvement in the Zurich Insurance Rising Broker Network, which has opened up valuable industry opportunities for her.
Franchise of the Year: Coversure Westminster
Rajen Savani and Mahesh Gadhvi, who opened Coversure Westminster in 2000, have shown remarkable growth, increasing their business by 20% while maintaining an impressive 92% retention rate. Their development of a specialist scheme has set them up for even greater success in the future. Their positive approach to work and life has made them well-loved by both colleagues and clients.
Business Enterprise Award: Dan Hurley
Dan Hurley’s entrepreneurial spirit has driven the success of Coversure Ringwood and the recent addition of Coversure Milton Keynes. Dan’s commitment to understanding his clients’ business needs and his proactive approach to networking have been key to his rapid growth and success in the Coversure network.
A network built for franchisee success
Coversure continues to offer franchisees the tools and support they need to thrive, including marketing and HR support, risk and compliance assistance, and access to a wide range of insurance markets. Our network is designed to make business management easier and to help our franchisees grow and succeed.
Have you always wanted to be your own boss? Get in touch with our team to discuss how Coversure can support you in your journey to opening your own brokerage.
