At the end of December 2025, The Needham Group acquired Black Lion Broking Services.
Black Lion Broking Services was founded in 2016 and is owned by Simon Church and Lee Walstow, both of who will remain in leadership roles following the acquisition.
Based in Weybridge, Black Lion will remain in the local community, supporting new and existing clients with their business insurance.
Neal Lowe, Chairman of The Needham Group, comments:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Black Lion, its team and its clients to The Needham Group. Simon and Lee have built a highly loyal client base and an excellent reputation across Surrey and beyond.
Black Lion is a fantastic addition to our Group and is well positioned to accelerate its growth with the support of Needham and the wider TBIG platform.
”Simon Church, owner of Black Lion Broking Services, adds:
“We’re delighted to be joining The Needham Group and the wider TBIG network. The partnership gives us access to a broader insurer panel and valuable support across compliance, sales, systems and marketing. Lee and I have spoken to a number of brokers already within the Group and have been impressed by the positive feedback on integration and post-deal support. We’re excited about the next stage of our journey and the opportunities ahead.”
