Meet the Team
Our experienced team of insurance professionals is here to provide expert advice and personal service.
At Ellis David, we believe insurance is about people, not policies. Our team combines decades of broking experience with genuine care for every client. Get to know the people who'll be looking after you.
Simon Brewster
Director & Owner
DIP CII
Simon has led Ellis David for over two decades, combining strategic vision with a hands-on approach to client service and business development.
simon@ellisdavid.com
Denise Judge
Managing Director
DIP CII
Denise oversees the day-to-day running of the brokerage, ensuring our team delivers the exceptional standard of service our clients expect.
denise@ellisdavid.com
Richard Hamill
Property Owners & Commercial Team Lead
Richard leads our property owners and commercial team, bringing deep expertise in complex commercial risks and property portfolios.
richard@ellisdavid.com
Joshua Hyde
Broker (Property Owners)
Joshua specialises in property owners insurance, providing expert advice on buildings, liability, and loss of rent cover for landlords and freeholders.
joshua@ellisdavid.com
Cameron Thompson
Broker (Commercial)
Cert CII
Cameron manages a portfolio of commercial clients, combining technical knowledge with approachable client service.
cameron@ellisdavid.com
Fred Rumney
Broker (Commercial)
LLB, Cert CII
Fred brings extensive market knowledge and a meticulous approach to placing complex commercial risks, backed by his legal qualification.
fred.rumney@ellisdavid.com
Fred Brown
Personal Lines Team Lead
Cert CII
Fred heads up our personal lines division, ensuring every private client receives tailored cover and attentive, personal service.
fred@ellisdavid.com
Neil Porter
Broker (Personal Lines)
Cert CII
Neil provides expert guidance across personal lines, building strong relationships with clients and insurers alike.
neil@ellisdavid.com
Daniel Gill
Broker (Personal Lines)
Cert CII
Daniel brings a client-first approach to personal insurance, ensuring every policy is tailored to the specific needs of the individual.
daniel@ellisdavid.com
Connor Clare
Broker (Personal Lines)
Connor provides attentive personal lines broking, helping clients navigate their home, motor, and specialist insurance needs.
connor@ellisdavid.com
Stuart Runciman
Broking Consultant
ACII
Stuart is one of our most experienced brokers, holding the prestigious ACII qualification and advising on complex and high-value risks.
stuart@ellisdavid.com
Despina Michael
Key Clients
Despina manages relationships with our key client accounts, providing dedicated service and ensuring their insurance programmes run smoothly.
despina@ellisdavid.comCarley Benney
Accounts
Carley manages the financial operations of the brokerage, handling client accounts, invoicing, and payment processing.
carley@ellisdavid.comPolly Goslett
Broking Assistant (Personal Lines)
Polly supports our personal lines team with policy administration, renewals, and day-to-day client queries.
polly@ellisdavid.comGiles Lascelles
Broking Assistant (Commercial)
Giles supports our commercial team with policy documentation, mid-term adjustments, and client liaison.
giles@ellisdavid.com