BCB Group and Coverforce — FAQs

Scope and how to use

These FAQs are dynamic and will be regularly updated to consolidate the standard FAQs and holding statements to support the announcement and early integration of Coverforce into BCB Group (BCB and Collective Insurance Brokers).

It’s designed for use within employee briefings, client calls/emails, supplier updates and reactive media responses (approved spokespeople only). Always use the most conservative, factual wording. Do not speculate on items still under review.

  • Audience: BCB and CIB employees, incoming Coverforce employees, key clients, partners, insurers, suppliers and industry associations.
  • Tone: Positive, transparent, continuity‑first, client‑centric and factual.
  • Escalation: Direct any media enquiries to approved spokespeople. For HR queries, contact People & Culture.

Key talking points

  • Strategic realignment. Coverforce’s strata portfolio and team are joining BCB Group to align clients with a specialist strata broker.
  • Continuity. No immediate changes for clients – its contracts, service levels and day‑to‑day contacts remain unchanged for now.
  • People first. Roles and entitlements carry forward. Onboarding is paced and supported. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) remains available.
  • Branding. The Coverforce brand will be retained during the transition. Future brand steps will be communicated.
  • Governance. Weekly integration cadence with Steadfast, GSA and CBN. External statements approved by BCB MD.
  • Benefits. Expanded capability, deeper expertise and more choice – without disruption to the existing service levels.

Standard holding statements (short responses)

  • This is a positive, client‑first alignment with a specialist strata broker, focused on continuity and enhanced capability. We avoid speculation and only release approved statements.
  • There are no immediate changes to client service or contacts. We’ll keep you informed well in advance of any updates.
  • This integration strengthens capability and support while protecting continuity for clients and employees.
  • Your data remains protected under our privacy and security standards. Any system changes are controlled and compliant.
  • We refer all media queries to our authorised spokespeople. I’m happy to arrange a briefing if you can provide me with your contact details.

General

Integration process

Customer and market impact

Financial and commercial

Legal and contracting

Branding and media

Employee communication

Employment and Reporting

Employee compensation and benefits

Contacts and escalation

Authorised spokespeople
  • BCB Managing Director: Alistair Gibney
  • Chief Customer Officer (operations/clients): Jason Starr-Thomas
  • People & Culture: Sylvia Zervas
  • Finance and Integration, BCB CFO: Chris Keech