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Footman James is a specialist insurance broker and is well established as a market leader within the classic car and motorcycle markets.

History
Originally founded in 1983, Footman James celebrated its 30 year anniversary in 2013. Still operating from its Cradley Heath headquarters in the West Midlands, Footman James has over 80,000 policy holders and employs over 150 staff.

In 1999 Footman James was acquired by Viridian and in 2000 Alchemy acquired the company. In 2006 Footman James won the coveted industry award, Personal Lines Team of the Year at the UK Broker Awards. In 2007 Aon plc acquired Footman James and as of 2013, their partnership with AXA Assistance UK has been extended.

Notable Club Affiliations and Sponsorship
Footman James sponsors many classic car shows, events and exhibitions. Footman James became the first title sponsor of the Classic Motor Show at the National Exhibition Centre in 2010, when the company signed a three-year deal. In 2013 Footman James became title sponsor of the Manchester Classic Car Show and supports many other car and bike shows each year including the Sywell Classic and Bristol Classic Car Shows.

Footman James has partnerships with over 150 classic car and bike clubs and sponsors many club events including the Vintage Motor Cycle Club’s Festival of 1000 Bikes and Banbury Run and the Morris Centenary International Event. The company runs regular competitions at events and in the specialist media and offers exclusive insurance rates to club partners’ members