Celebrating 25 years, we’re proud to honour our
heritage while evolving for the future.
Founded in 1999, Protect began as a dining club for creditor insurance professionals.
Over the years, we’ve grown into a trusted community supporting the UK insurance sector with insights, advocacy, and networking.
Some of our members:
Our Mission
To safeguard and empower customers, employees, and businesses within the United Kingdom insurance sector by fostering collaboration, promoting knowledge sharing,
and proactively addressing emerging challenges.
We are committed to driving innovation, building resilience, and ensuring a sustainable future for all stakeholders in the industry.
1999
Protect Association Founded
As a dining club for UK insurance underwriters to discuss creditor insurance issues and present views to market bodies.
2003
Chairman Appointed
Steve Devine becomes Chairman of Protect in a part-time role.
2010
Expanding Constitution
A new constitution expanded membership to include broader insurance sectors, transforming Protect into a professional networking community.
2013
Chairman Position Updated
Steve Devine becomes full-time Chairman, enhancing Protect’s reputation as a hub for networking, industry insights, and regulatory expertise.
2024
25 Years Old
Protect celebrates 25 years by reflecting on its legacy, addressing modern challenges like Consumer Duty, and launching a refreshed brand and events for 2025.
2025
Looking to the next 25 years...
Steve Devine accepts position of Chairman for a further three years, Bringing Lexden Group in, along with a widening scope to focus on the whole of the UK insurance market and the protection of firms, employees, and customers.
Steve Devine
Steve focuses on member engagement, ensuring Protect maintains its strong legacy while fostering connections, sharing industry insights, and leading key events.
Christopher Brooks
Christopher provides strategic oversight, guiding Protect’s evolution to meet the changing needs of the insurance sector. He supports innovation, partnerships, and long-term growth initiatives.
James Edmonds
James leads membership development, enhancing member benefits, driving engagement through events and resources, and shaping the future of Protect to better serve its community.
Rebecca Gabbi
Rebecca handles member administration, coordinates benefits delivery, and acts as the primary point of contact for members.
UK Insurance Industry Milestones:
2001
FSA begins regulating general insurance, including Creditor Insurance.
2006
PPI mis-selling scandal exposes major industry issues.
2011
Billions paid in PPI compensation, reshaping public trust.
2013
FCA replaces FSA, enforcing stricter insurance regulations.
2020
FCA introduces Consumer Duty and vulnerability focus for better customer outcomes
