Optio Group, the specialty MGA, today announces the appointment of Heather Goodhew as an independent non-executive director (INED).

Goodhew brings a wealth of operational and risk experience to Optio, having held senior positions in re/insurance for over three decades. She serves as an INED for DUAL and for Else Holdings Ltd. She has previously held leadership roles at Aspen Insurance including deputy group COO, Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd, CUO (Reinsurance) and executive director for AIUK, and managing director, AsiaPac and Middle East for Aspen Re.

Matthew Fosh, executive chairman, Optio, said: “I am delighted that Heather is joining us as an independent non-executive director at Optio. Her broad underwriting experience and her understanding of MGA multiclass business will be invaluable as Optio continues its growth in the UK and internationally.”