Lockyer Insurance (Lockyers), part of Ethos Broking UK, has recruited Dan Barnfather (pictured) as branch director.

The smei and Marsh alumnus has made the switch from JSW Insurance, bringing more than 16 years of sales and operational management experience within financial services to Lockyers. In a release, the West Yorkshire business stated: “Very best wishes to Dan in his new role.”

Barnfather, meanwhile, had this to say on LinkedIn: “It has been a great first few days at Lockyers. I am really excited to take the company forward into its next chapter as part of the Ethos Broking UK group.”

Based in Wakefield, Lockyers specialises in business insurance, property, private clients, manufacturing & wholesale, sports & leisure, and special risks.