Ian Gibbs

Ian is a National Technical Manager at Sedgwick and a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), with 30 years of experience in the insurance sector focused on building claims and innovation. He has developed services to improve flood resilience, including advice, repairs, and training, and currently serves as Chairman of the Defra Flood Resilience Round Table, collaborating to increase resilience across the UK. Ian also contributes to research projects and industry training and is recognised for influencing future flood response strategies. In addition, he has advanced services that reduce financial and carbon impacts on claims by promoting restoration, re-use, recycling, and low-carbon repair, and he supports Sedgwick’s and insurers’ net zero strategies as part of the company’s sustainability team.