Overview and key points
Amica Insurance Broker is the latest specialist advisory business to join Partners&. The move brings together two firms who share an aim to build lasting relationships with clients by focusing on providing seamless advice that addresses the challenges clients face.
Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire, Amica is a commercial and personal lines broker with a team of 10 qualified insurance professionals. Founded by Tom Barnett and Matthew Merriman in 2020, they were keen to partner with a like-mind firm who could support them in providing more services to their existing clients and extend their care and service-based approach to a wider market.
Whilst based in the North of England, they have a national reach with clients based across the UK.
I was immediately impressed with the knowledge Tom, Matt and the team had about their clients. Like us, they didn’t view the insurance journey as a transaction. They demonstrated a real care and attention to create a positive client experience – and that stood out. At a time when clients need good advice more than ever, our aim is to cultivate client focused talent – people who are committed to delivering that little bit extra for clients. I’m thrilled they are part of the team.
Tom and Matt both added: “After our initial meeting with Phil and Simon Haynes (CFO), the strength of our shared vision and business synergies was immediately clear and consistently reinforced throughout the process. Both firms are committed to making a meaningful impact in the insurance broking market, with a strong focus on delivering the best outcomes for clients and insurer partners. The team at Partners& has been welcoming, efficient and highly professional from the outset, and we are delighted to be joining forces. Our team is excited about the opportunities ahead and the future we will build together.”