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WEBINAR - How to be Positively Disruptive
We are trained to pass exams; to fit in; to ‘be good and keep our head down and work’. However, we are living in a changing world. Having the ability to challenge existing norms; to identify opportunities and bring these to the workplace are invaluable for companies. But is a fine line between being Disruptive and a positive disruptor. In this topic we will discover how to avoid being mediocre: but a positively disruptive, invaluable member of your team.
View event detailsDevelopment of Parametric Business Interruption Solutions – Dealing With Coverage Gaps
Join Diane Jenkins for this session looking at some of the new BI solutions being developed by parametric insurers
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How to be positively disruptive
Having the ability to challenge existing norms; to identify opportunities and bring these to the workplace are invaluable for companies, but it's a fine line between being Disruptive and a positive disruptor. In this topic we will discover how to avoid being mediocre: but a positively disruptive, invaluable member of your team.
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Enabling Womens Careers - 13th December 2023 - Managing the Merriness without Meltdown
Join us for the December Women's Forum - Managing the Merriness without Meltdown 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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Introduction to Aviation Insurance
The aviation industry has unique and specialised requirements when it comes to insurance placements. The purpose of this course is to get an understanding of the risks associated with this industry, and how insurance policies provide the cover. The session will look at the covers available within the insurance market, underwriting questions and typical terms and conditions that can be expected to be found, before looking at emerging risks that the industry faces.
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Raise Your Visibility for Career Success
Susan Heaton-Wright is a multi-award winning impact, communications and speaking expert for emerging leaders and the creator of the Superstar Communicator™ methodology. She is an international speaker; the MD of award-winning music company, Viva Live Music, podcaster and a former prize winning international opera singer.
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Commercial Insurance: Staying out of Trouble
Jim Dart is a career insurance professional with 46 years in the industry, the last 20 as a compliance consultant and is currently Managing Director of dart Compliance Ltd. He has previously run his own brokerage, worked in Lloyd’s as an underwriter and within the claims team of a composite insurer. He is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments and hold the International Advanced Certificate in Regulatory Compliance from the International Compliance Association.
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FCA GI Consumer Duty and update
Join Branko for this webinar where he will discuss the FCA GI Consumer Duty covering what you should have done, current issues, key aspect of the product governance and the new rules on multi-occupancy insurances and the ramification on insurers and brokers.
View event detailsInsurance for multi-occupancy buildings – impact of FCA review
Join Diane Jenkins for this webinar where This session will look how insurance for multi-occupancy buildings will be affected by the FCA consultation Sept 2022 (CP23/8: multi-occupancy building insurance) and Multi-Occupancy Buildings Insurance Broker Remuneration report April 2023
View event detailsEnabling Womens Careers - 14th November 2023 - Celebrating International Mens Day
Join us for the November Women's Forum session. In this session we will be celebrating International Mens Day 2023! 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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SURE: A NEW TECHNIQUE TO ENSURE CLIENTS HAVE UNDERSTOOD YOUR ADVICE
In this session, Jeff Heasman will outline his SURE technique for insurance and financial services professionals, based on concept checking, a method traditionally used in language teaching.
View event detailsManage Your Fear and Show Up with Confidence
Susan Heaton-Wright is a multi-award winning impact, communications and speaking expert for emerging leaders and the creator of the Superstar Communicator™ methodology. She is an international speaker; the MD of award-winning music company, Viva Live Music, podcaster and a former prize winning international opera singer.
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Introduction to Marine Cargo
Products get made all over the world. Once that a product is made, it needs to be transported to the retailer to be sold. This course will explore the element of marine cargo insurance, and how contracts are formed between the seller and the buyer of the goods. It will explore the insurable interest principle and how it differs to a general insurance product due to the nature and operation of this industry. You will determine the variety of products available within the market, along with the appropriate underwriting considerations for each. Finally, the course will look at how claims arise, and how they technically work when a loss occurs.
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Regulation and the London Market
"This course looks into the London Market and just how Lloyd’s is positioned within it. We look at the operation of Lloyds, its stakeholders and its place in the global insurance market. We will explore Lloyd’s legislation, how it is regulated and why. It is a valuable overview for those working within or just wanting a better understanding of the London Market."
View event detailsInsurance Conduct of Business Sourcebook (ICOBS) - Introduction
"This session is aimed to introduce the delegate to the Insurance Conduct of Business Sourcebook and its requirements in relation to General Insurance. It provides a top level overview of the interpretation of the sourcebook. Reference should be made to the FCA handbook for the full rules and guidance."
View event detailsEnabling Womens Careers - 19th October - Developing Resilience
Join us for the October Women's Forum - Developing Resilience 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 detailsFCA consumer Duty of Care
"This FCA are increasingly moving away from principles-based regulation to outcomes-based, and the new Consumer Duty clearly demonstrates this commitment and shift. The core components of fair treatment of customers and acting with integrity are not new, but the regulator’s expectations, the cultural shift requirements and the outcome focus of the initiative represent a new era for regulation that is far removed from “box ticking”. This session is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of the aims, requirements, and expectations of the FCA in complying with the Consumer Duty."
View event detailsLuton & Hertfordshire Half Day Regional Financial Services Conference
Join us for our Financial Services Half Day Conference followed by Lunch 09.30 – 10.00 Arrival and coffees 10.00 – 10.50 First speaker - Royal London’s Craig Muir – Pension tax allowances 10.50 – 11.40 Second speaker – Foresight’s Hiten Parmar – VCT’s, another tool 11.40 – 12.00 Break 12.00 – 12.50 Third speaker – LV’s Vincenzo Lomonaco – Secured Income 12.50 - 13:45 Lunch
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Introduction to Lloyd's
This course aims to introduce Lloyd’s and the London Insurance Market, taking delegates from the commencement of insurance trading in the 17th century through to the current day.
View event details7 TOP TIPS ON HOW TO BE A MORE EFFECTIVE AND MORE EFFICIENT LEARNER WHEN STUDYING FOR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
This practical and interactive webinar is perfect for candidates studying towards professional qualifications with either an exam or coursework element. With often limited, or sometimes no tutor support, it is extremely difficult to balance home, work and study. This webinar will teach you key skills of how to get started with your studies, how to research assignments, read as much as possible in the least amount of time and deal with issues such as procrastination and mental blocks, as well as how to avoid overlearning. We will also look at how to plan your assignment and structure your writing.
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