Gauntlet Group Shakes Up the Appointed Representative Model
Unique new programme offers third compelling entry route into life as a self-employed broker The Gauntlet Group Appointed Representative network is continuing to dynamically spearhead the local broker renaissance, with the launch of a unique third route into life as an Appointed Representative, for those wishing to prosper as an independent broker within the UK […]
Gauntlet Group AR Network is Bringing Ghosted Brokers Back from the ‘Other Side’
Gauntlet Group AR Network, the most innovative appointed representative network in the insurance sector, has launched a campaign intended to bring ‘ghosted’ insurance brokers back from the ‘other side’ and give them a new lease of life. Gauntlet Group AR Network has produced a suite of marketing materials that highlight the predicament of a large […]
What’s the AR Attraction?
When our managing director, Roger Gaunt, spoke at BrokerFest 2023 in London, he was part of a discussion about the role of appointed representatives within the broker model. He was naturally delighted to put across his views on the fundamental part that Gauntlet Group ARs play within the model – as traditional local brokers but […]
‘Reborn As a Broker’ Podcast Highlights Local Broker Rescue Option
The viewpoints of two formerly directly authorised brokers, who have relinquished their direct authorisation with the FCA to instead become appointed representatives of Gauntlet Group, are explored in a brand-new podcast that could help other local brokers become ‘reborn’. The ‘Reborn as a Broker’ podcast can be found here, or downloaded as episode 5 on […]
Gauntlet’s Appointed Representative Network Wins Insurance Times Award
A new trophy adorns our Gauntlet Group offices in Leeds, since our appointed representative network won a much-coveted Insurance Times Award. We seized a Bronze Award in the category of Business Partner of the Year, in recognition of having put local insurance brokers back on the map – something that could not make us prouder. […]
10 Reasons For Directly Authorised Brokers to Become Appointed Representatives Instead
Over the past few years, directly authorised insurance brokers have struggled greatly, realising that the decision to secure direct authorisation from the FCA may have not been the right one. However, for many, at the time they took that decision, the option to be an Appointed Representative instead, may not have existed or been apparent. […]
