Christopher Payne

Head of EY Insurance Technology GTM,Alliances and Insurtech EMEA
EY

Chris joined EY in September 2004 from Specialist Insurance Consultancy Impact Plus.


He has over 25 years insurance / financial services and consulting experience including 7 years with American Express in which he operated in a number of global commercial roles including senior affinity and partnership marketing positions, he has a particular focus on General Insurance.


Chris is responsible for EY’s Technology activities across for the UK and EMEA, including Technology Re-platforming, Strategic Partnering and Insurtech, and has a focus on emerging solutions and Innovation across the value chain. He has led the growth of EY’s Insurance Technology business across key markets in Europe,spending 5 years based in Zurich CH: Key clients include Ageas for which he is UK Client Service Partner, LV, AIG, Enstar, MDU, ZIG, and AXA and a broad range across, GI Life/Health, and the London Market.


Chris is viewed as a leading voice and thought leader on emerging Insurance technology and ecoysystems
Chris has an Honours Degree in Business and Marketing.