Bideford

Our team

Julian Bennett

Agent

It is important that our office runs smoothly and efficiently, and that we have well trained, happy staff in place to look after our customers. Visiting our clients face to face is an important and rewarding part of my job. This could mean helping our NFU farming members, reviewing a large commercial business, or visiting new clients to discuss quotations. Born in North Devon, I never tire of our lovely beaches, the coastline, and rolling hills. Perhaps this is why we are all so friendly.

Jonny May

Agent

My main responsibility is for larger commercial and personal accounts including farm. I am also the Group Secretary for NFU Torridge. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me or any member of the team or alternatively please pop in for a friendly face-to-face chat and we will be happy to help you.

Tamblyn Slade

Office Manager

My job is to make sure that the agency runs to a high standard to ensure we meet our customers' demands in between staff training and the various other tasks which come my way, no two days are the same. When I’m not working I can be found trying to keep my horses between myself and the floor.

Denise Koval

Accounts/Customer Service Adviser

I have worked for NFU Mutual Bideford agency since 1993 and in that time,  I have gained much experience. I know most of our customers personally, and can help you with quotations, general queries, and accounts. In my spare time I play lots of tennis to keep fit and healthy.

Julie Street

Customer Service Adviser

I have worked at NFU Mutual Bideford agency since December 2014, I am able to help you with general queries, claims, commercial motor and personal quotations. Outside of work I have a lovely family who keep me very busy. I enjoy walks on the beach and pottering around in my greenhouse and garden.

Andrew Gibbins

Sales Executive

I joined the team in August 2016 coming from a background in business banking. My role is to support the office with the acquisition and retention of new business, specialising in small business, commercial and larger homes. I enjoy working for NFU Mutual and I believe in the quality of our products and look forward to visiting clients to discuss and cover their own particular needs. I was born on a Devon farm and on top of family life, I manage to find time to run an organic allotment, sing for a local a cappella choir and ride a motorcycle.

Alun Manley

Financial Adviser

I am able to give you advice on investments and retirement planning. Working together I can help you prioritise your financial goals and suggest realistic plans you can put in place to achieve them. You can expect openness, honesty and integrity. My aim is to put you in the driving seat so you can make sound financial decisions for your family and your future.

Kate Lott

Customer Service Adviser/Life Lead Coordinator

I joined the NFU Mutual Bideford agency in March 2021, I have worked in financial services since 2002. In my spare time I enjoy exploring the local area with my daughter and spending time at the beach.

Caroline Barber

Customer Service Adviser

I have worked in the NFU Mutual Bideford agency since March 2021. I have been in customer service and sales for over 15 years.  Outside of work you’ll find me on a beach, paddle boarding or snapping pictures of all the amazing views from one of the south west coastal paths.