At the start of the year, Callum Beaton (pictured) stepped into his term as president of the Chartered Insurance Institute, taking over the role from Nicola Stacey. Debbie Mitchell will serve as deputy president for 2026.

Beaton began his career in insurance as a broker back in 1977, before a spell working in underwriting at Lloyd’s. He then entered the captive insurance sector, going on to become chief executive of a captive management company. In 2004, he stepped back from corporate life and has since practised as a specialist consultant focusing on captive and cell captive techniques.

Mitchell is a director of Atholl Scott Financial Services in Aberdeen, where she has worked for more than 30 years. She is a past chair of the North Scotland Region Personal Finance Society and a former engagement member of the CII board.

Beaton said: “It is an honour to be appointed president of the Chartered Insurance Institute, having held membership with this body for nearing 50 years. I look forward to working with Debbie and all our colleagues as, collectively, we work to support our huge and growing membership, as well as the broader professional community in delivering on the CII’s core values.”

Mitchell added: “I am very pleased to have been appointed deputy president of the CII, and to offer my support to Callum during his presidency. The CII group plays a vital role in strengthening and developing the insurance and financial planning sector, and it will be an honour to continue this important work while serving in this role.”