Underwriting Manager

Chris Trotman

Chris has been with Starpeak Insurance Solutions for 5 years. Before starting with the company, Chris was involved in managing underwriting services for the broker market within the Sports and Leisure industry at another respectable Managing General Agents, he also worked at a reputable customer facing general insurance brokers for several years prior to this. Chris’s experiences have helped him develop a comprehensive technical understanding of the insurance industry whilst focusing on customer outcome, he also obtained his professional qualification in insurance in 2013.

Recent Blogs

What does one week off sick really cost a sole trader? Image

Business

What does one week off sick really cost a sole trader?

You might think a week off sick costs you one week’s income. But if you’re self-employed, you don’t hav

Gas safety check for caterers explained Image

Caterer

Gas safety check for caterers explained

Whether you run a café, food truck or mobile catering business, keeping your gas appliances safe is an essenti

Choosing the right location for your salon Image

Business

Choosing the right location for your salon

For many beauty professionals, opening a commercial salon is an exciting milestone. Whether you're currently work

Salon Startup Costs: Budgeting beyond the basics Image

Business

Salon Startup Costs: Budgeting beyond the basics

With beauty services in consistent demand, salon ownership is still an attractive business opportunity. The Briti

11 mins read

Public Liability vs Professional Indemnity: Getting the right insurance Image

Business

Public Liability vs Professional Indemnity: Getting the right insurance

Getting the right business insurance is a stepping stone worth putting some time into. The details might seem dul

Managing risk in your beauty salon Image

Business

Managing risk in your beauty salon

For many salon owners, the biggest risks aren't always the most obvious.  While preventing slips, trips or

How much can bad reviews cost your business? Image

Business

How much can bad reviews cost your business?

Understand the real impact on sales, reputation; and why your response matters most  For many trades and servi

Understanding business risks before they become costly problems Image

Business

Understanding business risks before they become costly problems

Today's economic landscape presents new challenges for businesses. Rising employment costs, increasing overheads

10 mins read

Food safety during heatwaves: Practical tips to prevent stock loss Image

Caterer

Food safety during heatwaves: Practical tips to prevent stock loss

Food safety during heatwaves hit the headlines in June 2026, when supermarkets across the UK were forced to dispo

12 mins read

Can self-employed people get sick pay? Financial support, benefits and protection explained in 2026 Image

Business

Can self-employed people get sick pay? Financial support, benefits and protection explained in 2026

If you're employed and wake up too ill to work, you may still receive some income through Statutory Sick Pay or a

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