Community Broker Network (CBN) has made some key appointments as it finalises a strategy review aimed at ensuring network members are in the strongest position to operate and grow their businesses.

The review priorities also included initiatives targeted at the new regulatory environment, capitalising on the rapid evolution of technology and leveraging data and analytics in the development of new propositions.

CBN says management of network members and insurance partners will be consolidated into one team, led by Leigh Frost as Executive Manager - Distribution.

Mr Frost, who will be responsible for the long-term success of the authorised broker network, has more than 25 years’ experience in insurance and financial services. He joins from Willis Towers Watson where he was Leader, Commercial & Private Clients and has also served as National Insurance Brokers Association Victoria/Tasmania Committee President since 2019.

John O’Brien has been named Head of Placements, reporting to Mr Frost.

Wendy Foweraker becomes Executive Manager – Broker Operations, supported by Head of Broker Development Kathryn McClunie, while Samantha Palmer takes on the role of leading CBN’s broker partnering services.