It might sound like a cliché, but the reality is that every organisation can only be as good as its people – and at ManningUK we believe we have some of the best in the world of insurance.
We thought our clients might like to actually see who they’re talking with or who’s writing to them so here’s our gallery of ManningUK people. We hope you enjoy getting to know them a little more.
Ann Manning
Managing Director - click here to contact Ann
Well now where do I start?
I'm a professional businesswoman with over 30 years’ experience in the Insurance Broking Industry. I started MANNINGUK in 1984 with a view to providing a polished, professional and “easy-to-do-business-with” service to all my clients however large or small – this is a philosophy which I’m pleased to say hasn’t changed to this day.
I’m told I’m a workaholic and have a very high standard which can make me quite difficult to work for, but I firmly believe that tradition and standards should be maintained in all walks of life, and endeavouring to carry my beliefs my team do a very good job. I also believe that as we spend more waking hours with our colleagues than family it is important to care and support each other.
MANNINGUK is involved in various sponsorships from football teams, to racing cars to speech and drama, and has been for a long time. I personally take sponsorship seriously and am actively involved with the Woodley Festival of Music and Arts. This Festival encourages young people to develop their speech, acting ability and also musical talent. It is a pleasure to hear and see young people partaking in the Festival and to hear proper diction!
I’m Deputy Chairman of the Reading Bench with all that entails. As regards hobbies I love theatre, polo, entertaining, dabble at bridge and I love anything connected with water. My ambition – to own a narrow boat and although not connected have a picture included in the Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts.
Personal Contact Information: Telephone: 01491 578759 Extension 201 - Email: ann_manning@manninguk.com
Jacquie Newport
Administration Manager - click here to contact Jacquie
Jacquie’s background has always been in Management and Administration – nowadays there’s very little she couldn’t do with her eyes closed.
Jacquie began her career as a Court Administration Manager. After nearly 30 years in the Court Service she eventually decided on a change of scenery and took her skills to MANNINGUK in 2003.
Jacquie’s role covers many areas (she’s often found answering all the ‘can you just’ requests!) However, Jacquie’s main focus is the administration and reconciliation of MANNINGUK client and insurer accounts.
Jacquie's always had an interest in antiques, especially ceramics and glass. She’s spent many an hour wandering around antique fairs and shows and has always pondered the thought of opening her own antique shop. Having been fortunate enough to have many holidays abroad, when it’s time for a break Jacquie’s more than happy nowadays to hire a canal boat and spend an idyllic week on the canals of England or France…travelling at a snail’s pace and soaking up the atmosphere.
Personal Contact Information: Telephone 01491 578759 Extension 203 - Email: jacquie_newport@manninguk.com
Michael Mahoney
Account Executive - click here to contact Michael
His career began in the City of London in 1968 with a Lloyd's broker specialising in Aviation Re-Insurance and he later moved to Eagle Star where he served 25 years many of which were spent in servicing and looking after the locan insurance brokers one of which was ManningUK.
Michael returned to commercial broking in 1999 and is an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Michael is a dedicated famuily man. He is also a qualified UK Athletics Speed Coach and Starter and in his spare time gives his services free to help some of Britan's young athletes.
Personal Contact Information: Telephone 01491 578759 Extension 204 - Email: michael_mahoney@manninguk.com
Nick Franks
Account Handler - click here to contact Nick
Personal Contact Information: Telephone 01491 578759 Extension 202 - Email: nick_franks@manninguk.com
Nicola Hall
New Business Development Executive - click here to contact Nicola
Nicola has been working in the insurance industry for the past 15 years obtaining valuable knowledge in all types of insurance. Nicola has particular in depth knowledge of the construction sector acquired from her previous employer. She loves Trade Shows from the organisation and marketing to speaking with prospective clients. She can talk for England!
Her decision to join ManningUK was to be part of an insurance brokers where she could broaden her knowledge and skills not limited to one sector and continue the acquisition of new business, providing valuable advice, with correct policy cover at the right price.
Nicola's inquisitive nature gets her to the heart of an insurance problem and she quickly understands what is required. Her empathy and customer service allows her to work with an understanding of the client without the need for "hard sell".
Nicola has a passion for the equestrian world and owns her own horse who she tends every morning at 6am and again in the evening. Her competitive spirit leads her to compete in show jumping competitions although these days Nicola is happy hacking around the countryside.
Personal Contact Information : Telephone 01491 578759 Extension 213 - Email: nicola_hall@manninguk.com