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Damhurst Podcast X Nick Line: Ascendance to Leadership

Nick Line, Chief Underwriting Officer at CFC, shares his view on the realities of executive leadership – from navigating pressure and imposter syndrome to building resilient, high-performing teams.

People Podcast 37 min Mon, Jun 8, 2026

This podcast is brought to you by Damhurst. Originally released on June 8, 2026.

What does it take to step into executive leadership – and thrive once you’re there?

Over the course of his 30-year career in insurance, Nick Line has held senior roles across actuarial and underwriting disciplines. In this conversation, he reflects on the realities of leadership, including imposter syndrome, resilience and the pressures that come with executive decision-making.

You’ll hear practical insights on how leaders can:

  • Embrace curiosity and continuous learning

  • Give honest feedback without falling into “ruinous empathy”

  • Delegate effectively and empower teams

  • Help individuals exceed their own expectations

Tune in for an open discussion on what leadership really looks like – and how to build the confidence and ability to get there. Listen to the full podcast here.

Speaker

Nick Line is Chief Underwriting Officer at CFC, one of the world’s leading specialist insurance providers and a pioneer in cyber insurance. He has spent nearly three decades in the London market, previously holding senior leadership roles at Markel International.

  • Chief Underwriting Officer