Our Team
Our experienced team are solutions-orientated and will work hard to find the best possible covers that will meet your individual needs.
“We are committed to finding our clients the most comprehensive cover possible at the most competitive prices.”
Hugo JacquotManaging Director & Founder
Hugo is the founder and owner of Fort Insurance. He created Fort Insurance in an insurance market that had seen the acquisition of so many independent brokers by large corporates which resulted in the lowering of the insurance services provided to customers. A new independent broker was therefore the best response to the need of customers for exceptional and highly flexible services.
With more than a decade of experience in the insurance industry, Hugo has worked with many large insurance firms including AXA and Steamship Mutual managing worldwide portfolios. His experience, management skills, attention to detail and devotion to client service have gained him the trust of many owners, managers, captains and professionals of the industry.
Estelle Bossard is an insurance professional with over a decade’s experience as an insurance broker; she is recognised for her exceptional capacity of putting client service above all. Owing to her marine insurance experience, she is capable of finding the best solutions for her clients and offers an exceptional claims experience, she is therefore perfectly suited for a role as Head of Customer Service at Fort Insurance. Estelle has a Bachelor’s degree in International Trade from the MBA Institute, Franco-American Business School and speaks both French and English fluently.
After 10 years dedicated to offshore racing (admiral’s cup, Maxi series, match racing, America’s cup…), Franck joined the insurance business in 2012 to acquire extensive experience and expertise in all aspects of yachting, racing and superyacht insurance. Franck is always available to meet the needs of his clients.
Julien is an insurance professional with a decade’s experience as a P&I correspondent and as Director of Operations for an insurance broker. He has a master’s degree in Maritime Law from the University of Aix-en-Provence and a master’s degree in Government Affairs from the prestigious French Institute of Political Studies. His excellent negotiation skills, along with his dedication to provide every client with an exceptional experience, make him perfect for his role as Head of Claims and Compliance.