THE TEAM
Working with our partners here & abroad to deliver outstanding healthcare insurance solutions.
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David Porteous
Group CEO
“The Barn represents the next generation of specialty commercial insurance underwriters in Australia. A fresh start. No smoke and mirrors. 100% independent and here for the long term. A business that’s great to deal with and makes a difference. No excuses.”
02 8366 0996 | 0449 871 818
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Toby Salmon
Managing Director / Deputy CEO
“No two property risks are the same, nor should the approach be from an underwriter who is keen to understand the client, their unique characteristics and exposures. This is our model. To get our hands dirty. To work with our clients. To provide outcomes.”
02 8066 9915 | 0405 206 842
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Shane Golding
Managing Director / Group Head of Casualty
“Understanding the complex web of Liability exposures our clients face every day, and most importantly, providing genuine solutions to help with those exposures is what we are all about.”
02 8366 0995 | 0435 028 579
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Matthew Porteous
Managing Director / Group Head of Engagement & Strategy
“With over 20 years sales and marketing experience I understand the power of a true partnership and the importance of how we engage with all our clients.”
02 8066 9095 | 0414 948 401
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Jeanene Hill
Group Chief Operations Officer
“I am thrilled to join Market Lane as Group Head of Operations. The calibre of talent and drive this company has, coupled with the amazing vision for the future is an exciting journey I look forward to embracing. I feel very fortunate to be part of the team.”
02 7254 6809 | 0413 162 721
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Antonia Topic
Group Chief Claims Officer
“I am passionate and committed to delivering an industry-leading claims solution, providing fair and reasonable outcomes to our key partners and policyholders whilst maintaining a high level of service in line with Market Lane’s client-focused, underwriting philosophy.”
02 8067 0600 | 0424 892 317
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Michael Atkinson
Group Chief Financial Officer
"I’m excited to be joining the Market Lane team as Group CFO. Having worked with Market Lane from almost the very beginning as their external tax and accounting advisor, this feels like a natural next step.”
0432 338 693
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Taylor Harradine
Group Operations Manager
“My focus is to ensure every interaction with our business is seamless from end-to-end. This is central to our mission and what sets us apart.”
02 8066 9096 | 0433 575 077
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Bobby Major
Eastern Region Manager
“I began my insurance career in 2012 with a Lloyd’s broker in the London Market. After moving to Australia in 2021, I worked as a placement broker before joining Market Lane in 2023 to embark on an exciting new chapter. I believe that insurance is fundamentally built on strong relationships, and my role in partnership allows me to cultivate and strengthen these connections.”
0415 319 458
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ERIKA GUTIERREZ
Northern Regional Manager
“With over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, I have built a career grounded in delivering service excellence and cultivating strong, trusted relationships. My journey has taken me across the full spectrum of insurance—from frontline claims to strategic distribution roles, broking, and underwriting.”
0415 316 281
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Avril Wallace
Western Region Manager
“With sales and marketing experience across multiple industries in Western Australia and globally, I understand the importance of building strong relationships grounded in follow-through, consistency, and a long-term focus.”
0472 863 407
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Natasha Gale
Executive Consultant, Partnerships & Strategic Growth
“For me, insurance is not just another product to sell; it’s a promise. Those of us who work in this industry are the custodians of that promise, dedicated to delivering trust, reliability, and care when it matters most.”
0474 530 199