Gallagher Holdings (UK) Limited, part of the global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting group Gallagher, has announced the appointment of David Rush as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
Rush brings nearly 40 years of experience in financial services, mainly gained at Deloitte in Australia and the UK. He held roles as Partner, was a member of Deloitte’s Global Insurance Executive team, and served as Head of EMEA Insurance.
Beyond his corporate career, Rush has invested in and served on boards of start-ups in health, renewable energy, and recycled resources sectors. He is currently Chairman of WeAre.xyz, an organization creating AI-powered tools for collaborative online archives.
At Gallagher, Rush will assume the position of Chair of the Audit Committee, pending regulatory approval. He will succeed Jamie Drummond-Smith, who will resign as Non-Executive Director in February 2026 after 12 years.
“Gallagher’s presence in the UK has gone from strength to strength over recent years and I am looking forward to playing a part in its continued growth.” – David Rush
Author’s summary: David Rush’s vast financial expertise and leadership will support Gallagher’s ongoing growth in the UK insurance and consulting market.