Cogent, the international (re)insurance broker, today announced the appointment of Adam Holberry as CEO Designate, effective 1st October 2026, to lead the business into its next phase of growth.
Adam Holberry brings significant experience leading and developing specialist insurance businesses, alongside deep relationships across the London market. He will work closely with group CEO Mark Bishop as well as with Cogent’s Board and wider leadership team.
The appointment builds on the strong foundations established at Cogent and supports the company’s long-term ambition to create a leading independent insurance group, whilst embracing Cogent’s entrepreneurial culture. The company’s focus remains on providing exceptional service while continuing to invest in the people, relationships and capabilities that will support its future growth.
Mark Bishop, group CEO, said: “As Cogent moves into its next phase, our independence, culture and client focus will not change. I remain fully engaged on a day-to-day basis, and Adam Holberry’s arrival will give us extra capacity to deliver our growth plans. I am very excited to welcome him to the team.”
Adam Holberry said: “I am delighted to be joining Cogent. The company’s independence and entrepreneurial spirit give it a genuinely open, innovative approach to complex risk solutions and now is the time to build on that. I am looking forward to the next chapter of the business’ evolution.”