Events
Forthcoming events
In-person Event: The Evolution of AI in Insurance plus AGM 2025
Join us for an insightful CPD session on the evolution of AI, plus the Insurance Institute of Manchester AGM 2025.
Your local institute council invites you to attend the 2025 Annual General Meeting in order to hear first-hand reports from council members on previous and future activities and vote on the appointment of new council members for the forthcoming year.
If you feel you could make a positive contribution to your institute, it is an ideal first step to becoming involved.
Thu 24 Apr 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Ania Collins, Zurich UK

IIM Football Tournament 2025
It's back! The fiercest football competition in Europe, bar none! We look forward to welcoming participants old and new to the annual football tournament. We have already held early discussions with some ”big hitting” new teams who are keen to join in the fun. Will there be a new winner? The excitement is almost too much to bear!
Fri 25 Apr 1:45 pm – 5:30 pm
Lucozade Powerleague

Webinar: Bitesize: Marine Cargo Insurance – Want to know more?
Want to learn more about marine cargo insurance? Andrea Scott from Marsh will be explaining the policy cover and who needs this type of protection. As a Senior Marine Placement Broker, she will share some of the excuses and misconceptions as to why business don’t think they need cover.
Mon 28 Apr 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Andrea Scott, Marsh Limited
Link Up North – LGBTQ+ Networking in Manchester
Join Link Up North, the LGBTQ+ Insurance Network, for an evening of networking, socialising, and community-building at The Lodge Manchester. Whether you work in insurance or another professional sector, we welcome all LGBTQ+ professionals and allies who want to connect in an inclusive and friendly space.
Tue 29 Apr 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Young Members Ball 2025
We look forward to inviting you to the Insurance Institute of Manchester Young Members' Ball 2025!
The event will take place on Thursday 1st May at Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel.
Drinks Reception starts at 6pm
Join us for an evening of music, food and networking.
Thu 01 May 6:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Webinar: Digging Below the Surface - Introduction to Construction
A bitesize introduction into the world of construction presented by Tracy Keep from Gallagher. Tracy is an expert in her field and has wealth of knowledge and experience surrounding the topic of construction. This session with cover the key areas of construction from JCT contracts and Liability, to a claims scenario in which you can put your knowledge to the test. There is also the opportunity for a quick Q&A session to round up the session.
Fri 02 May 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Tracy Keep, Gallagher
Previous events

Insurance Institute of Manchester Leadership Programme 2025
The Insurance Institute of Manchester is offering you the chance to join a programme to help you develop your career.
We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about their jobs and keen to develop both themselves and our industry. Over 6 months from May 2025 successful applicants will attend 9 workshops which will be face to face and for a half day.
Fri 11 Apr. 12:00 pm

Webinar: Optimum Productivity and Performance at work
How do you take control of your own motivation and make sure you focus and get your work done? Come and join us to learn what motivates you, how to you can take action to develop ‘tiny habits’ and positive self-talk. Discover how to ‘get in the zone’ for peak performance in the moment and the surprising truth about what really motivates us.
Thu 10 Apr 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Nick Thomas, Nick Thomas Associates
Menopause: What All Managers and Colleagues Need to Know!
Breaking the silence on menopause in the workplace!
New Speaker Announced! Rachel Longbottom, Head of Service Performance and Innovation at Bravo Networks, will be providing an insight on how an insurance company can provide practical support to their teams.
For International Women’s Month, we are collaborating with iCAN Manchester and CNA Hardy to host an essential discussion on menopause in the workplace - what all managers and colleagues need to know.
Join us for a Menopause Mythbusting event featuring Kate Muir, a renowned women’s health expert, documentary maker, and author. Katie will break down the myths surrounding menopause, offering valuable insights into how individuals and organisations can foster greater understanding and support.
Wed 02 Apr 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Kate Muir,

Let's Play Darts!
Returning for its 2nd year, the Insurance Institute of Manchester welcomes you to join us on our first social gathering of the year at Black Cat Club , Manchester.
Thu 27 Mar 5:15 pm – 8:15 pm
Black Cat Club
Transgender Visibility – What It Means to Be Transgender in the UK in 2025
Transgender Day of Visibility is a time to celebrate the resilience, achievements, and contributions of transgender people, while also acknowledging the barriers they continue to face.
This lunchtime session, hosted by Link Up North, will bring together speakers from the transgender community and allies.
Thu 27 Mar 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Online

Webinar: Cert CII IF1 Insurance, legal and regulatory revision
Are you currently studying the Cert CII IF1 and need some extra revision help? Look no further as we are providing you with two sessions to help you prepare for your exam.
Session 1 - 14th March 2025
Session 2 - 28th March 2025
Fri 14 Mar 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Adrian Toomey, Intuition Training Ltd