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2024 Mid-Kent CII Quiz

  • Fri 01 Nov 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
  • Studio 6

Join us for our Annual Quiz hosted by the Mid Kent CII on Friday 1st November 2024, with all funds raised going to support the Heart of Kent Hospice.

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Funded CertCII, DipCII and ACII Training Sessions for Mid-Kent Members

  • Thu 31 Oct.
    • Adrian Toomey ACII, Intuition Training

In conjunction with Intuition Training, we are happy to be able to offer a flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for our members who may want support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications. The cost of these courses will be fully funded by the Local Institute.

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WEBINAR - Why underinsurance in home contents is so prevalent and practical tips/tools to address it

  • Wed 23 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Rachel Doerr, Doerr Dallas Valuations

Underinsurance is a major issue in the industry – many reports suggest that around 2/3 of homes are underinsured. Unfortunately, the same is often true for the contents in those homes. Why is this, and what can insurers and brokers do about it? Who is it for? This webinar is for brokers and insurers who handle home contents insurance for MNW and HNW clients. It may also be of interest to insurers and brokers who insure significant assets such as art, silverware, trophies and wine for commercial customers (e.g. restaurants, hotels, charities, sports clubs, offices)

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Joint Learning and Development (CPD) Conference

  • Thu 17 Oct 8:45 am – 4:00 pm
  • Lingfield Park Resort

Our annual Learning and Development Conference takes place on Thursday 17 October and is once again hosted jointly by the Insurance Institute of Sussex and North Downs Insurance Institute. Delivering 5 hours of quality CPD, the event will be of interest to all general insurance professionals and will cover the following range of topics: artificial intelligence; brokers' professional indemnity insurance; modern marine risks; terrorism; cyber; emerging climate risks and opportunities

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"Compliance - a constant in your career"

  • Mon 07 Oct 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Edenwood Place
    • Branko Bjelobaba

A one hour briefing presented by Branko Bjelobaba FCII, FCA Compliance Consultant and CII Accredited Advanced General Insurance Trainer

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Funded DipCII Training Sessions for M05, M92, M85, M66, M80 and M81

  • Tue 17 Sep – Wed 20 Nov
    • Adrian Toomey ACII, Intuition Training

In conjunction with Intuition Training, we are happy to be able to offer a flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for our members who may want support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications. The cost of these courses will be fully funded by the Local Institute.

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Burning Questions - A CPD event with Networking Buffet

  • Wed 11 Sep 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  • The Birch Hotel
    • Anna Knight, Hawkins
    • Ian Major, Hawkins
    • Niralee Casson, Hawkins

Join us for our free CPD and networking evening at the Birch Hotel in Haywards Heath, We will be welcoming experts from Hawkins & Associates who will present on a multi-disciplinary fire investigation, from origin to recovery. This event will followed by a networking buffet. During the evening, - Anna Knight will share her expertise in fire investigation from the initial instruction, investigating the scene and identifying root cause; - Ian Major undertakes investigations into the cause and spread of fires and will discuss how the extent of fire damage is influenced by poor design or construction; and - Niralee Casson will discuss potential building defects and how she can ascertain where the responsibility lies and if there are prospects for recovery.

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IF10 Revision Course

  • Fri 06 Sep – Fri 04 Oct
    • Adrian Toomey ACII, Intuition Training

IF10 Insurance Broking Fundamentals Training Session 1 Friday 6th September 9.30am – 12.30pm Training Session 2 Friday 20th September 9.30am – 12.30pm Training Session 3 Friday 4th October 9.30am – 12.30pm Revision Session Friday 4th October 9.30am – 12.30pm Session Overview Learners will gain insight into all areas of the I10 syllabus and build confidence to take their exam, using real-life examples to illustrate the many principles covered in the unit. The training is suitable for learners starting the I10 unit and continuing their journey towards Cert CII.

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Funded CertCII Training Sessions for I10, IF1, IF3 & IF4

  • Fri 06 Sep – Wed 06 Nov
    • Adrian Toomey ACII, Intuition Training

In conjunction with Intuition Training, we are happy to be able to offer a flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for our members who may want support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications. The cost of these courses will be fully funded by the Local Institute.

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WINE TASTING AND CPD

  • Thu 05 Sep 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Edenwood Place
    • Jeff Heasman MABP, PGCert CELTA, LL.B (Hons), LL.M

MOVING BEYOND LABELS: WHAT WINE CAN TEACH US ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION! There are many links between the world of wine and a good strategy for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and society as a whole. Wines and humans share the same basic structures but are unique in their own way. Like labelling in society, people tend to make judgements about wines based on labels but in fact wine tasting requires us to notice characteristics and to reflect on our experience and this is exactly the same strategy that helps to encourage diversity and inclusion. By tasting 5 different wines from Spain and Portugal, we will learn how to move beyond labels and relate this to diversity and inclusion both in the workplace and society as a whole.

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Lloyd's of London tour - August 2024

  • Tue 06 Aug 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Lloyd's of London

We will be hosting a guided tour of the prestigious Lloyd's of London building - come and join us!

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WEBINAR – Directors and Officers and Employment Practices Liability insurance in a plain English nutshell

  • Mon 22 Jul 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Alan Chandler

The webinar will explain the history of D&O and how the D&O marketplace is changing dramatically due to the economy.

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WEBINAR - 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE NEGOTIATORS IN INSURANCE AND THE FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY

  • Wed 17 Jul 10:00 am – 11:00 am
    • Jeff Heasman MABP, PGCert CELTA, LL.B (Hons), LL.M

Good negotiation skills are crucial to many different roles within the insurance and financial services sector, and though we may not always realise it, most of our day-to-day work centres around negotiations. That said, little or no formal training is devoted towards these essential skills. This is an interactive and fun session that introduces the key elements of a negotiation process, such as the following: - qualities of a good negotiator - planning a negotiation - styles and strategies - communication skills.

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Financial Stress & Mental Health

  • Wed 10 Jul 10:00 am – 11:00 am
  • Online
    • Jay Unwin, Mental Health in Business

Financial strain is recognised as being one of the key stress factors for adults, and it can be a major risk factor for poor mental health. It is not uncommon for people to neglect their mental health, specifically when they are experiencing financial stress. This can lead to significant problems in the long term and even worsen the existing financial stress. In this session, we will explore the relationship between financial stress and health - and attendees will leave with practical tools to help them combat financial stress, and stay well.

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MEET THE COUNCIL - Networking BBQ and CPD 'The Quiet Power of Reflection'

  • Thu 27 Jun 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  • Edenwood Place
    • Lewis Byford, Anthony George

MEET THE COUNCIL Come along to the wonderful Edenwood Place for an evening of BBQ, networking and even gain some CPD.

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Line Managers Talking Menopause - Webinar

  • Wed 19 Jun 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
    • Jeanette Forder, Phoenix Wellness Coaching
    • Lisa Watson, Watson's Health

Who should attend this workshop? All managers and leaders, ensuring they have the knowledge, skills and confidence to support colleagues around menopause. Taking learning beyond awareness to practical application, participants will also gain an understanding of the potential impact of menopause symptoms within the workplace and build confidence to have supportive conversations when needed.

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WEBINAR - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

  • Wed 12 Jun 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
    • Mary Eniolu, Can Do Academy

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Equip yourself with strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and embrace the success you deserve.

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Men: It’s OK to Talk (and other ways to process difficult stuff)

  • Tue 11 Jun 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Online
    • Jay Unwin, Mental Health in Business

Talking is good for us. We all know that and yet some of us find it hard to talk about how we feel, especially when we aren’t feeling good. This session is aimed at men and those who would like to support the men in their lives. The aim of the session is to shine a light on why some men find it difficult to open up, to explore ways to support men when they are struggling and to share some alternative ways to process difficult stuff, for those who really don’t like talking. In this interactive session, attendees will develop an understanding of some of the challenges facing men today and will take away some helpful ways to support men (or themselves) through difficult times.

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WEBINAR - Contractors All Risks - an Introduction

  • Wed 22 May 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    • Diane Jenkins BA [Hons], ACII, Chartered Insurance Broker
    • Nick Thomas, Nick Thomas and Associates

This session examines Contract Works policies and what they cover, what are the main cover issues (including defect exclusions) and the information brokers need to place the cover.

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Happiness at Work

  • Tue 21 May 10:00 am – 11:00 am
  • Online
    • Claire Russell, Mental Health in Business

Mental Health in Business believes that happiness at work should be a top priority for all organisations, big and small, national and international. That’s why they have developed this session, especially for the International Happiness at Work Week (23 – 27 September, 2024), the International Week of Happiness at Work.

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