Previous events

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AF3 Pension Planning - Day 1

  • Tue 19 Sep 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

**SOLD OUT** This is an amazing opportunity for the Surrey PFS members to enhance their exam success.

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The Insurance Act and a Large Claim

  • Thu 14 Sep 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

**SOLD OUT** This workshop will enable participants to learn how to use the Insurance Act 2015 in everyday work in underwriting & placing risks and resolving claims.

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Annual General Meeting 2017

  • Tue 16 May 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

Hear first-hand reports from council members on previous and future activities and vote on the appointment of new council members.

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Influence and Persuasion, with Melissa Kidd

  • Wed 19 Apr 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

**SOLD OUT**This seminar will enable participants to be more skilled in recognising different personality types and adapting their communication approach in order to improve their chances of buy in, change and success.

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How to have Challenging Conversations, with Melissa Kidd

  • Wed 19 Apr 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

**SOLD OUT** Participants will be more confident, effective and resilient when having conversations that are challenging; and leave equipped with tools for talking when it matters most.

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Insurance Law, with Rod Smith (2nd Date)

  • Fri 07 Apr 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

**SOLD OUT** This one day workshop is ideal for anyone taking compulsory M05 by the new Mixed Assessment method with a multiple-choice exam, or for anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge of insurance law generally.

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Insurance Law, with Rod Smith

  • Thu 06 Apr 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

**SOLD OUT** This one day workshop is ideal for anyone taking compulsory M05 by the new Mixed Assessment method with a multiple-choice exam, or for anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge of insurance law generally.

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The Tao of Everest, with Ian Woodall

  • Thu 23 Mar 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • HG Wells Conference & Events Centre

Using the power of emotional storytelling, Ian shows how insights gained on the world's highest mountain can enhance personal inspiration and practical leadership skills.

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Explosions and the role of Forensic Science in Insurance Claims, with Dr Anna Knight

  • Wed 15 Mar 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm
  • The Village Hotel, Farnborough

During this event, we will look at the potential causes of explosions, the different types of explosion and the damage that can be caused by them. We will also look at the role of a forensic scientist and when to appoint one.

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How to Engage, Hold and Persuade an Audience

  • Wed 15 Feb 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm
  • G-Live, Guildford

**SOLD OUT** This is a public speaking seminar with a difference! Fun, practical and interactive; it will focus on how to get the attention of an audience, how to keep their attention and then, if appropriate, persuade them to your way of thinking.

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Guildford Local Institute Annual Dinner 2017

  • Fri 03 Feb 6:30 pm – 1:00 am
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre

Join us for our 2017 Annual Dinner for a fantastic evening of networking, prize giving and more!

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Challenges to the Insurance Industry caused by Escape of Water

  • Tue 31 Jan 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • The Mandolay Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Paul Redington BA (hons) ACII, Zurich Insurance

During this seminar we will look at flood events in the UK, the launch of Flood Re and the challenges to the industry caused by escape of water.

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The Insurance Act 2015, with Philip Adamis from BML Law

  • Tue 29 Nov 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • The Village Hotel, Farnborough

This seminar looks at the main parts of The Insurance Act 2015, and how it might work in practice.

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The Role of a Loss Assessor, with Ian Balcombe from Harris Balcombe LLP

  • Tue 15 Nov 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
  • G-Live, Guildford

One of the family from this highly respected firm shares his experience of being a Loss Assessor.

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Claims Defensibility, with Simon Cutmore from Risk Management Division ICB

  • Thu 03 Nov 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
  • G-Live, Guildford

An easy to understand introduction to Claims Defensibility, and how you can get your systems right!

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Business Interruption Insurance, with Rod Smith, CII-accredited Advanced Technical Trainer

  • Tue 01 Nov 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Harbour Hotel - Guildford

**SOLD OUT** This intermediate level event provides a sound understanding of business interruption insurance.

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6-a-side Football Tournament

  • Fri 03 Jun 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Surrey Sports Park

Dust off your boots for the annual Insurance Institute of Guildford 6-a-side football tournament and your chance to compete for a year's worth of local bragging rights and the coveted Ultimate Pet Partners Cup. If Leicester can do it.....

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PFS Workshop: Volatility Controlled Investing by Malcolm Jones

  • Wed 01 Jun 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • HG Wells Conference & Events Centre

We are delighted to welcome Malcolm Jones as he puts on a FREE event for our PFS members. This workshop is aimed at helping financial advisers understand both the opportunities of the new pension income flexibility, and also the risks that need managing.

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Annual Charity Golf Day

  • Thu 26 May 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Puttenham Golf Club

Places for just four teams remaining at our ever popular charity golf day!

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Challenges to the Insurance Industry caused by Escape of Water by Paul Redington, Zurich Insurance

  • Wed 25 May 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • The Village Hotel, Farnborough

The ABI estimates that the recent floods will cost Insurers £1.3 billion. During this event we will look at the recent flood events in the UK, the launch of Flood Re and the challenges to the industry caused by escape of water.

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