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New Date - Where do I begin? Researching, Structuring & Writing Coursework Assignments
Using his experience as a lifelong learner, a professional trainer, a university lecturer and Dean of Faculty, Jeff Heasman delivers this practical and interactive webinar aimed at candidates studying towards CII and PFS qualifications that include a coursework element. With no tutor support and having to complete coursework assignments alongside a hectic professional life, this webinar teaches candidates key study skills to help them get started with their assignments and ensure they write the best possible submission.
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Golf Day at Gosfield Lake
Our Golf Secretary David Smith is hosting our next Golf day on Thursday 10th April 2025 at Gosfield Lake Golf Club The day will commence with tea/coffee and bacon rolls at 11am followed by the first tee off will be at 12noon. After the golf there will be a 2 course meal and prize giving at around 5:30pm The subsidised price for this event is £55 per person. The dress code is casual for dinner. Please contact David Smith on 07885 879559 to book your place
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Kent Annual Conference 2025
We’re delighted to hold our 12th annual conference once again on Tuesday 1st April. The event provides a superb opportunity to enjoy a fantastic day of education, debate and networking. It is always our aim for you to have plenty of take-aways and thought provoking insight from our brilliant speakers. The event is relevant to issues the sector faces and is an enabler to further your knowledge and understanding to assist you within the scope of your role and share within the workplace or even outside! From feedback ‘as the one to attend’ we cover off a wide range of topics from a variety of presenters with lunch and refreshments and certainly recommend you bring along your colleagues or contacts and gain CPD.
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The Forensic Examination of Photovoltaic Systems - Hawkins Forensic Investigation
Join Forensic Fire Investigator Dr Nick Carey, as he explains the basics of photovoltaic installations, the electrical safety risks of fires scenes involving them, and typical faults/damage which can lead to fires or other failures.
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Chelmsford Networking Event hosted by Young Professionals' Group
Come along to a networking event for insurance professionals in Chelmsford and South Essex. Whether you are just starting out in the industry, re-entering after a career break or a seasoned expert, all are welcome to join for a great opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences and expand your network in a relaxed and friendly environment. Join us for an evening of meaningful conversations and socialising with drinks and a bite to eat. Don't miss out on this chance to make valuable connections and enjoy a casual evening with colleagues from all corners of the industry, hosted by the Insurance Institute of Chelmsford and South Essex Young Professionals Group.
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Demystifying ART; Non-Conventional Insurance Options
This session looks at some of the non-conventional programme options that may be of interest to the more sophisticated client, and which gives brokers and insurers an opportunity to demonstrate innovation. The session will look at the main types of alternative risk transfer options
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In Person - International Women's Day - Accelerate Action with Grit and Grace
Join us for an impromptu face to face catch up in Chelmsford at the County Hotel this Friday! Our session supporting this year's theme 'Accelerate Action' will be facilitated by Caroline Martin, CII Member, Leadership Coach, NLP Trainer and Speaker and supported by the Chelmsford CII Council. Caroline has been working in the Insurance Profession for more than 30 years and in the last 5 years has also coached and trained PFS members. She is a Best-Selling Author of two book collaborations, and her third book 'Grit & Grace' will be launching on IWD 2025 with proceeds supporting the Charity Women's Aid.
View event detailsOnline - International Women's Day - Accelerate Action with Grit and Grace
The session supporting this year's theme 'Accelerate Action' will be facilitated by Caroline Martin, CII Member, Leadership Coach, NLP Trainer and Speaker. Caroline has been working in the Insurance Profession for more than 30 years and in the last 5 years has also coached and trained PFS members. She is a Best-Selling Author of two book collaborations, and her third book 'Grit & Grace' will be launching on IWD 2025 with proceeds supporting the Charity Women's Aid.
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Illicit Cultivation & Processing of Cannabis - Hawkins Forensic Investigation
Ian Tatner will discuss methods used during the illicit cultivation of cannabis plants and subsequent processing of the crop and how such activities can lead to extensive property damage and danger to life.
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Lithium-Ion Battery Fire - A Forensic Insight - Hawkins Forensic Investigation
Electrical Engineer Richard Heath will explain the science behind these incidents, the techniques used to mitigate the risks, and how modern forensic investigation techniques can shed light on the causes of battery failures. He will also include a review of the problems that everyday consumers face regarding lithium-ion batteries and discuss the challenges an investigator might encounter when conducting such investigations.
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Enabling Womens Careers - Final Session of the Series - Prioritising You!
This is the final of our current booked sessions in our Womens forum so don't miss out! One of the biggest blockers in this community has been putting ourselves first so this session will be dedictated to Prioritising You! This session will be live online on Zoom. It will not be recorded as we aim to create a safe space for members to express themselves, network and grow. These sessions are for all levels of PFS and CII and future topics will be established from member feedback within the group. The sessions are facilitated by Caroline who is a Certified Coach and NLP Trainer, however, these sessions are an exploration for all and so please bring your top tips to share with other members of the group and be open to explore and encourage eachother. Please allow up to 90 minutes for this session.
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How Liability Rates Will Significantly Fall in 2025 Due To The Recent Ogden Rate Reduction
The Ogden rate may sound an obscure thing, but it has massive implications both positively and negatively on liability settlements. All brokers, underwriters and claims staff should have a good understanding of the Ogden rate in order to explain rating changes to policyholders and understand why large liability claims will now be reducing.
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Major Loss Fire - Hawkins Forensic Investigation
In this presentation, Richard Fletcher will discuss a case study on the investigation into the cause of a major loss fire several years ago. The extensive building was severely damaged, and a significant portion had collapsed.
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4 P's to Presenting with Confidence
Whether you are delivering a message 121, in a group or to hundreds of people the same principles apply. Join us for this dive into 4P's for Presenting with Confidence! We guarantee that if you are a seasoned presenter or a new professional just starting out with zero experience, there is something to be gained from this session. Please have your camera's on where possible, not only to enhance the experience for the group but so that we can all experience as close to an in person session as possible.
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Sales Processes, Planning & Pipeline Management
There are many factors that can contribute to successful sales outcomes. We often think that top salespeople are successful because of their confidence and ease when in meetings or presentations, their ability to communicate, articulate, influence, and persuade. However, research shows that good planning and processes are key to successful sales outcomes. This session shows you how.
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Hawkins Forensic Investigation Part 2: Factors Affecting Self-Heating & Self-Heating to Ignition
Presenter: Martin Pope - Fire & Explosions Expert - Hawkins Forensic Investigation Continuing the topic of self-heating, Martin provides an opportunity for the audience to consider the factors that affect self-heating processes. He will share details from real cases and discuss how science provides clues into this fascinating subject, including how different processes can lead to devastating fires in commercial laundries and hay barns, as well as fires in domestic properties which can be caused by tumble dryers.
View event detailsEnabling Womens Careers - Aligning to your Values
This is the penultimate of our current booked sessions in our Womens forum so dont miss out! This is the penultimate of our current booked sessions in our Womens forum so dont miss out! In this workshop we are going to take a dive into exploring Values (ie. The things that are important to us as individuals). We know when things don't feel right and we know when things do, but how often do we spend the time to get really clear so that we can do more of what we love and avoid the things that drain us? When we take the time out to explore what is important to us it heightens our awareness and acts as a catalyst to help us to stay on track. In this session we will explore: - What are values? - How can understanding our values help us to progress in life and business? - Identify our own personal Values - Explore how we can do small things to become more aligned This session will be live online on Zoom. It will not be recorded as we aim to create a safe space for members to express themselves, network and grow. These sessions are for all levels of PFS and CII and future topics will be established from member feedback within the group. The sessions are facilitated by Caroline who is a Certified Coach and NLP Trainer, however, these sessions are an exploration for all and so please bring your top tips to share with other members of the group and be open to explore and encourage eachother. Please allow up to 90 minutes for this session.
View event detailsHawkins Forensic Investigation Part 1: The Myth of Spontaneous Human Combustion & The Science of Self-Heating
Dr Andrew Moncrieff will look at the age old idea of spontaneous human combustion, exploring reasons why a human body might suddenly burst into flames with no outside influences. He will be answering questions such as ‘what is it?’, ‘what does it involve?’ and ‘is it self-heating?’
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The Three Wise Insurance Execs: An Insurance Christmas Story (1)
Apologies to those that tried to attend this session on Tuesday. There were some tech issues and so we are trying again! This amusing and fun webinar will look at the magic of the Christmas story through the eyes of The Three Wise Insurance Execs, as they set out on their camels to reach The Lloyd´s Building in London, above which a guiding star shines brightly. During their journey the execs will meet the Ghosts of Insurance Past, Present & Future and they will enlighten us with a review of the insurance world in 2024, current issues, and what we can expect in 2025 and beyond. The story will be narrated by Jeff Heasman using specially commissioned artwork.
View event detailsThe Three Wise Insurance Execs: An Insurance Christmas Story
This amusing and fun webinar will look at the magic of the Christmas story through the eyes of The Three Wise Insurance Execs, as they set out on their camels to reach The Lloyd´s Building in London, above which a guiding star shines brightly. During their journey the execs will meet the Ghosts of Insurance Past, Present & Future and they will enlighten us with a review of the insurance world in 2024, current issues, and what we can expect in 2025 and beyond. The story will be narrated by Jeff Heasman using specially commissioned artwork.
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