Gareth Beaver

Gareth Beaver is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the insurance sector, currently serving as CEO of Santam Specialist Solutions since January 2023. Formerly, Gareth held the position of CEO at SHA Specialist Underwriters from September 2016 to January 2023 and served as Chief Executive at Centriq Insurance from May 2012 to August 2016, after which Gareth was the Executive Director of Business Development at Centriq Insurance Holdings from November 2008 to May 2012. Earlier career roles include Chief Financial Officer at Stalker Hutchison & Admiral (Pty) Ltd and Financial Director at Glenrand MIB Ltd. Gareth's foundational experience includes an ownership role at Dipeo Investments (Pty) Ltd and auditor experience at Ernst & Young. Gareth's educational background encompasses an advanced certificate in taxation from Unisa, a CA(SA) qualification from SAICA, and two degrees from Wits University in accounting, auditing, and tax.