Jeff Winn has decided to step down from his position as Winn Group Executive Chairman.

Ending a 23-year association with the company that he founded, Winn will remain as a major shareholder and board member and will instead provide support to the organisation through a new consultancy arrangement.

Previously Chief Executive for two decades, he moved into the Executive Chairman role three years ago, with Chris Birkett (pictured alongside Jeff and Marta Fernandez Varona) assuming the role of CEO.

Winn has been instrumental in the development and growth of the company, helping shape it into the leading accident management company that it is today.

The company has gone through a significant phase of evolution and expansion, with staff headcount rising past 700, growth into multiple office spaces, and a host of awards and accolades that acknowledge outstanding financial and work volume results over the years.

He said: “Building Winn Group has been the most rewarding journey of my professional life, but I have decided to step back from the day-to-day to spend more time with my family.

“I remain deeply committed to the business and excited to support the leadership team in a strategic advisory capacity.

“I’m incredibly proud of everything we’ve achieved together, and I have every confidence in the team as they continue to grow the business in the years ahead.”

Chris Birkett said: “Jeff has been the driving force behind shaping Winn into the successful business it is today.

“We’re delighted that he remains actively involved as the major shareholder and board member, and we look forward to working with him in his new advisory role.

“His continued insight and strategic perspective will remain a valued part of our growth journey.”

A genuine North East company success story, Winn Group, and its staff, are grateful for his outstanding efforts.