In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen Aviva CEO: Transforming Insurance, Navigating Climate Risk and Leading with Purpose
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Oct 29, 2025 Amanda Blanc, CEO of Aviva and a trailblazer in the insurance industry, shares her insights on transforming one of Britain's largest insurers. She delves into the impact of AI on insurance, the urgent need to address climate risk, and her strategies for restoring investor confidence post-pandemic. Amanda also emphasizes the importance of gender balance in finance and reflects on her leadership style, shaped by her diverse experiences. Her journey from South Wales to leadership is both inspiring and empowering, advocating resilience and strategic thinking.
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Insurer As Long-Term Investor
- Aviva is both an insurer and a long-term asset manager with a £400bn balance sheet to deploy.
- Amanda Blanc says investing those assets supports returns for shareholders and customers over decades.
Lifecycle Coverage As Competitive Edge
- Aviva's unique selling point is lifecycle coverage and diversification across many products.
- Blanc argues few insurers globally can take a customer from junior savings to equity-release mortgages.
Prioritize Scale, Divest Non-Core
- Focus your portfolio on markets where you can be a top-three player to gain scale advantages.
- Sell non-core units, deleverage, and return capital to shareholders to reveal core strength.