Callum Beaton FCII has begun his term as president of the Chartered Insurance Institute, taking over the role from Nicola Stacey ACII.
Beaton officially assumed the position on 1 January. Debbie Mitchell DipPFS will serve as deputy president for 2026.
Beaton began his insurance career in broking in 1977 before moving into underwriting at Lloyd’s. He later spent almost 20 years working in the captive insurance sector, where he became chief executive of a captive management company and deputy chief executive of its parent group. Since stepping away from corporate roles in 2004, he has worked as an insurance consultant, with a focus on captive and cell captive insurance structures.
Mitchell is a director at Aberdeen based financial planning firm Atholl Scott Financial Services, where she has worked for 32 years. Her previous roles include positions at Bowring Financial Services, part of the Marsh group, and Scottish Amicable.
She has previously served as chair of the North Scotland Region Personal Finance Society and as an engagement member of the CII Board. Mitchell was also a director of the PFS Board and will continue to attend PFS Board meetings as an observer.
On his appointment, 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."
Mitchell added: "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."
Helen Phillips, CII Group board chair, said: "We are delighted that Callum and Debbie will be serving as President and Deputy President of the CII in 2026. They bring an excellent range of knowledge, experience and expertise to the positions."
