Tony Powis joins PIB Employee Benefits as non-Executive Chairman 

August 17, 2021

PIB Employee Benefits, which is part of PIB Group, has appointed a non-executive Chairman. Assuming the role is Tony Powis who has held a number of senior positions across the industry including as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Sales within financial services firms such as Willis Employee Benefits. 

Formed in 2016, PIB Employee Benefits has enjoyed rapid growth and development while delivering client-led, consultative solutions across the whole spectrum of employee benefits. Clients range from micro-SME through to large corporates.

Today, the business continues to expand in the UK through organic and acquisitive growth in line with client and market trends. Plans are underway for a more global approach to benefits which will be facilitated through the increased use of technology. The new appointment therefore reflects those expansion plans.

David Skinner, MD for PIB Employee Benefits commented: “I’d like to give a very warm welcome to Tony as our non-executive Chairman at PIB Employee Benefits. His experience will play a key part to supporting our senior team and future expansion, while at the same time providing a further level of oversight within the business. We will really benefit from Tony’s invaluable experience to help strengthen our offering further and to continue building a strong sustainable business.”

Tony Powis career spans over 30 years of financial services experience in the UK, international and global markets. His proven track record in delivering growth and retention, along with experience in managing large acquisitions, align with the ambitions of PIB Employee Benefits.

Tony Powis commented: “I am delighted to have been appointed as Chairman of the PIB Employee Benefits board. I am looking forward to supporting David and the existing team of experienced industry leaders to deliver against their ambitious growth strategy and plans. They have a clear vision for the PIB Employee Benefits business and I am thrilled to be joining them at this very exciting time in their journey.”

Highlights so far for PIB Employee Benefits include investment into its technology, a brand refresh and acquisitive growth through i2 Healthcare and the employee benefits division of Sanlam Wealth Planning UK.