Bruce Carnegie-Brown on Building Global Resilience, Reforming Capitalism, and Tackling Climate Risk | Force for Good Interview
Bruce Carnegie-Brown, Chairman of Lloyd’s of London, joins Host Ketan Patel and Force for Good to share critical insights on building global resilience, managing systemic risks, and reimagining capitalism to address today’s most pressing challenges—from climate change to financial instability.
“We absolutely need to be investing in our resilience… We specialize in the world’s largest and most complex risks… making sure we can move capital freely to where it’s needed is hugely important.”
In a wide-ranging interview, Bruce Carnegie-Brown reflects on how Lloyd’s of London, as one of the most influential global insurance markets, helps bridge gaps between the Global North and South, ensuring risk coverage for climate disasters, pandemics, geopolitical threats, and other cross-border crises.
Key Takeaways from Bruce Carnegie-Brown’s Interview with Force for Good:
- Global Risk and Insurance: How Lloyd’s of London is positioned at the center of the world’s most complex and consequential risks, offering solutions that transcend national borders.
- Climate Change and Resilience: Why investing in resilience is vital to protecting communities, economies, and ecosystems from the growing impact of climate-related events.
- Capitalism and Reform: Bruce explains why capitalism—when embedded with the right values, governance, and policy frameworks—remains the most powerful tool to drive sustainable development.
- Bridging the SDG Gap: A call for financial systems to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through scalable, risk-managed investment strategies.
- Why He’s an Optimist: Despite global instability, Bruce believes collaboration and shared purpose can lead to real progress.
About Bruce Carnegie-Brown
Bruce Carnegie-Brown is one of the most respected figures in global finance and insurance, with a distinguished career spanning over 30 years across investment banking, insurance, and digital finance.
He currently serves as:
- Chairman of Lloyd’s of London (appointed 2017), the world’s leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace
- Vice Chairman of Banco Santander, one of the largest banks in Europe and Latin America
- Chairman of the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club), a historic and influential institution in global sport
- Chairman of Cuvva, a disruptive digital motor insurance firm
- Chair of the Leadership Council at TheCityUK, the industry body representing UK-based financial and related professional services
His previous leadership roles include:
- Chairman, Moneysupermarket Group
- Non-Executive Chairman, Aon UK
- CEO of Marsh UK & Europe
- Senior executive roles at JP Morgan and 3i Group
- Past President of the Chartered Management Institute
Carnegie-Brown is known for his deep expertise in risk management, capital markets, and governance, as well as his commitment to making capitalism more inclusive and resilient. His leadership continues to shape global conversations on climate risk finance, economic resilience, and the role of financial institutions in sustainable development.