Career File - Colin Bird: Bird steps down from Besso chair role
Colin Bird is to step down as chairman of Besso as the business has announced the appointments of Rob Dowman and Russ Nichols as joint CEOs.
Bird, pictured, will remain chairman and CEO of Besso Group.
Dowman is currently global casualty managing director and Nichols global property managing director; which are among the largest divisions of Besso Group.
The restructure will also see North American property division chairman Howard Green and international division managing director Roddy Caxton-Spencer become chairman and deputy chairman respectively.
Bird said: "This restructure recognises those that have played an important role in our company and the talent that has been nurtured within it. We have had a consistent management team here for 30 years and now it is time for the next generation to take the business forward."
Dowman added: "We are excited about helping the company fulfil its growth and ambitions for the future. It is of huge benefit for [Nichols and me] to be able to call upon the vast experience of Colin and Howard as we step into our new roles."
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