Mike Keating

With over 35 years’ experience in the industry, Mike has worked for insurers, brokers & MGA’s in both the commercial and personal lines markets. He has held executive positions at AXA, UK General and most recently Qlaims, before becoming managing director at the MGAA and later CEO.

Irish MGAs have the momentum for sustainable growth in 2027

The market still faces a host of commercial pressures

A clearer path into claims – and up through the market

We have a strong story to tell – but we need to be better at telling it

Giving the next generation of MGAs room to grow

An excellent underwriting idea and a viable MGA business are not synonymous

After the boom, the balance: what the MGA sector's next chapter demands

MGAA CEO Michael Keating on why growth alone is no longer the story, and how technology, talent and a maturing FCA relationship are reshaping what sustainable success looks like

In the AI rush to automate, what must we not lose?

Michael Keating on the fear of not keeping up

Value is king: Key takeaways for MGAs after BIBA 2026

Brokers are starting to ask tougher questions…

FCA’s new priorities put delegated authority and claims under the spotlight

Claims should be front and centre irrespective of market conditions