Gallagher to acquire 100% stake in Capsicum Re

Gallagher | November 28, 2019

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (Gallagher) has agreed and signed head of terms for a deal that will see the global brokerage take 100% ownership of Capsicum Reinsurance Brokers LLP (Capsicum Re), a full-service international reinsurance broker. Capsicum Re was founded by Grahame Chilton and Rupert Swallow in 2013 as a joint venture with Gallagher. With Gallagher’s backing and support, the reinsurance brokerage says it was able to achieve “rapid growth … as an effective alternative to the mainstream reinsurance brokers” around the world.

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Are you aware of the impact that voluntary employee benefits can have on your workforce? If not, you're missing out on a powerful tool that can help you attract and retain top talent. In this video, we explore the world of voluntary employee benefits and how they can benefit your organization.

Discover the hidden benefits of voluntary employee benefits that will help you take your organization to the next level. In this video, we'll explore the various benefits of voluntary employee benefits and how they can impact your workforce.

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Are you aware of the impact that voluntary employee benefits can have on your workforce? If not, you're missing out on a powerful tool that can help you attract and retain top talent. In this video, we explore the world of voluntary employee benefits and how they can benefit your organization.

Discover the hidden benefits of voluntary employee benefits that will help you take your organization to the next level. In this video, we'll explore the various benefits of voluntary employee benefits and how they can impact your workforce.

We'll cover things you need to know about voluntary employee benefits, including some of the types of benefits available, the impact they can have on your employees' lives, and the benefits they can bring to your organization as a whole.

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