Bupa Global taps Nichola Thomson as general manager

Covering both UK and Africa

Hemma Visavadia
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Bupa Global has appointed Nichola Thomson as its general manager for the UK and Africa regions.

In her new position, Thomson will lead the management of the business strategy across the UK, Africa, and Bupa Egypt businesses. Thomson previously held executive positions across marketing, distribution, operations, and transformation at Zurich and insurance broker, Jelf. She was also previously vice president of insurance business services at Mphasis.    Commenting on her new role, she said: "I look forward to leading Bupa Global into the next phase of its journey in the UK and Africa, and supporting customers to access to Bupa Global's quality, expertise, and comprehensive health a...

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