Events

Stress is a fact and life - and something most of us will experience. This brand new session, for 2024,is especially pertinent for Stress Awareness Month (April) - but will be valuable year-round. The session explores practical ways to manage stress and reduce feelings of overwhelm for better health, more resilience and a sense of wellbeing.

Many business have employees to conduct their business. Some businesses also use sub-contractors for certain elements of work to complete a project. This course will explore who is classed as an employee, and the associated risks that an employer carries. We will explore the relevant laws, regulation and guidelines issued by the Health & Safety Executive, alongside the consequences of not having the appropriate protection in place. Finally, this course will discover the processes that an employer is able to put in place to not only protect their employees, but themselves.

In this session, we will explore how we can all make a commitment to safeguarding and nurturing our resilience skills in order to protect our future mental and emotional mental health and wellbeing. Participants will leave the session with practical tools and techniques to help them identify their existing resilience qualities and to develop more resilient behaviours.

This one-hour seminar session is designed to enhance understanding of neurodiversity in the workplace, specifically within the insurance industry. Hosted by the Insurance Institute of Bristol as part of NextGen Month, this webinar will delve into the various aspects of neurodiversity. The session aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment for neurodiverse employees. Through a combination of expert insights, real-life case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will learn about the unique strengths and perspectives that neurodiverse individuals bring to the workplace. By the end of the presentation, participants will have a deeper appreciation for the strengths that neurodiversity brings to a team and will be empowered to help foster a culture of acceptance and support. Attendees will also gain practical strategies for creating an inclusive work environment, including tips on communication, workplace adjustments, and supportive policies. Join us for this enlightening session to better understand how embracing neurodiversity can lead to a more innovative, productive, and harmonious workplace.

As interest in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) continues to grow, so does the need for sector specific guidance, potential regulation and reporting requirements. In November 2022 the FCA announced their refreshed ESG Strategy with the aim to “support the financial sector in driving positive change”. In this webinar we tackle what the FCA have to say about ESG, and why it is a priority on their regulatory agenda. We will explore the implications that their strategy and recent discussion paper consultation has for the insurance sector and regulated firms, and what it may mean for future ESG Regulation.

Fancy yourself Bristol's Best Bowler? Want to bowl over your colleagues with your networking and karaoke skills? Join us on 24 October for our bowling and karaoke night - and bring along a friend for free!