Callum Beaton has begun his term as president of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), taking over from Nicola Stacey.

Financial Planner Debbie Mitchell, former board director at the Personal Finance Society, will serve as deputy president for 2026.

Mr Beaton’s career began in insurance broking in 1977, followed by a spell in underwriting at Lloyd’s. He subsequently spent almost 20 years in the captive insurance sector, becoming chief executive of a captive management company and deputy chief executive of its parent group.

In 2004, he stepped aside from corporate activity and has since practised as an insurance consultant with a critical focus on captive and cell captive techniques.

Debbie Mitchell is a director of Aberdeen-based Financial Planning firm Atholl Scott Financial Services, where she has had a 32-year career.

Debbie Mitchell, deputy president of the CII

She previously worked with Bowring Financial Services, part of the Marsh group, and had five years with Scottish Amicable. She is a past chair of the North Scotland Region Personal Finance Society and a former engagement member of the CII Board. She will continue to be an observer at PFS Board meetings.

Mr 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.”

Ms Mitchell, said: “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.”