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Meet Our Team of Insurance Experts

Based near Stockport, the GoShorty team brings together over 100 years of combined industry experience across underwriting, data, finance, distribution, marketing and more. Thanks to the breadth and depth of expertise within our senior team, GoShorty has grown from strength to strength since our founding in 2016. These experts help drive forward our temporary car insurance offering and ensure our customers have the best possible experience. 

Here’s a little more about the experts behind GoShorty, so you know exactly who’s making it all happen.

Alia Braithwaite

Head of Compliance


Alia joined us with 13 years of compliance experience. She ensures we meet regulatory standards, oversees terms and training, and keeps GoShorty fully compliant.

Beckie Wainwright

Office Manager


Beckie plays a vital role in keeping our head office running smoothly. With years of experience, she supports multiple departments and is integral to keeping GoShorty operating at its best.

Chris Evitt

Director of Capacity & Distribution


Chris joined GoShorty in 2025, developing insurer relationships and leading our B2B partnerships. With years of experience across multiple insurance businesses, he’s committed to expanding GoShorty’s reach and partnerships.

Chris Penfold

Director of Underwriting


Chris joined GoShorty in 2021, bringing nearly 30 years of motor insurance experience. He’s spent 16 years in underwriting across Lloyd’s syndicates and MGAs, with 11 years in the broker market. Chris leads our underwriting expertise, ensuring our customers get the best cover available.

Glenn Clarida

Customer Service & Engagement Manager


Glenn has led our customer service and engagement team since 2021, making sure we deliver excellent support across phone, email, social media and live chat. He’s dedicated to giving every customer the best possible GoShorty experience.

Graeme Stoker

Director of Marketing


Graeme came on board in 2022, driving improvements to our website and launching Your GoShorty. With 25 years’ experience in marketing and tech across insurance, telecoms and utilities, he’s focused on making insurance clearer and building customer trust.

Jason Shippey

Testing & Technical Helpdesk Manager


Jason has been with GoShorty since the start, testing our site and quoting process to ensure it works seamlessly, making sure our customers can get insurance as quickly as possible. With extensive insurance industry experience, he’s a vital part of maintaining our high technical standards.

Jodanna Huxley

Finance Director


Jodanna joined GoShorty in 2023, overseeing financial strategy to support our growth. With previous senior finance roles at Carole Nash, Autonet and Co-op, she brings years of experience to our team.

Matt Wood

Director of Data & Pricing


Matt has over 20 years’ experience in motor insurance, previously working with AXA, LV and startups like By Miles. A qualified actuary, he joined in 2022 and uses his data and risk expertise to keep GoShorty ahead of the curve.

Paul Moors

Chairman


Paul joined GoShorty as chairman in 2023, bringing significant experience to the business. Paul led Bollington Insurance Brokers from 1998 to 2017 when he completed the buyout and simultaneous merger of Bollington Insurance Brokers and F Wilsons Insurance Brokers to Create Bollington Wilson Group alongside Inflexion Private Equity Partners, and in 2021 completed the sale of Bollington Wilson Group to one of the UK’s leading independent brokers Arthur J. Gallagher.

Phil Evans

Managing Director


Phil Evans joined GoShorty in 2022 and became Managing Director in 2025. With senior roles across the insurance sector since 2005, he’s played a key part in the growth of brokers like Autonet, Carole Nash and Bollington Wilson, and now us. He’s passionate about helping our customers access the best temporary insurance on the market.