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Wine Tasting Grapevine Talk - Characteristics of a Good Communicator

  • Thu 25 Nov 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • The Plough Coton
    • Jeff Heasman, Trainer & Consultant in Law, Insurance, Communication & Psychology

The characteristics of a good wine can teach us a lot about the characteristics of a good communicator. Each wine is unique in its character and so too is each person. However, there are common ingredients and methods that go in to producing the finished article, whether it be a good wine or a good communicator. Through tasting five different Spanish and Portuguese wines, each with a unique character, this session will relate these characteristics to the five essential characteristics of a good communicator, from preparation through to execution of a message. Venue The Plough Coton, 2 High Street, Coton, CB23 7PL. There will be a selection of nibbles available. If you have any specific dietary requirements please let us know.

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Utility extensions - a repeat of the pandemic expectation issues

  • Wed 17 Nov 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Damian Glynn, Sedgwick International

The FCA Test case showcased the range of different perceptions about the scope of disease cover. There are residual issues that are likely to litigate but we broadly know where we stand on the core issues. But misunderstandings about business extensions are not limited to disease covers – in particular, utility failure cover is provided generally on two fundamentally different bases (with a hybrid variant for good measure), threatens aggregation over a wide area if there were to be an extensive power outage, and would inevitably reveal misunderstandings about the extent to which the loss of internet sales might or might not be covered. In the light of the above, this session will explore aspects of a power outage scenario and highlight the potential for further disputes mirroring that over covid-19.

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Managing Conflict

  • Fri 12 Nov 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Michael Quigley, Kataholos

This session is designed for all employees, particularly those with customer service and customer care facing roles, and will cover techniques and approaches to manage conflict.

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How to Identify Potential Recoveries & Not Miss an Opportunity - a Legal Perspective

  • Fri 29 Oct 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Claire Collings, BDB Pitmans
    • Jacqueline Dickinson, BDB Pitmans

Whilst working within a busy insurance industry it is all too easy for a recovery to be missed, evidence disposed of and the opportunity to recover money for insurers to be lost. This webinar will explain the legal bases required in order to pursue a successful claim and what you need to look out for in order to identify whether there is a potential recovery.

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Women’s Forum: Don’t be a passenger in your own career, take the driving seat

  • Thu 21 Oct 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
  • Online
    • Sandra Lewin

Do you pay attention to the opportunities around you? Do you ever feel discouraged to take a risk? Are you unsure of your career and what to do next? Do you seek change? Join Sandra Llewin for this insightful webinar to learn more about yourself and how to take the lead in your career.

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New Webinar - Customer Service for Insurance

  • Tue 19 Oct 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
    • Bernard Thornton, Chartered Insurance Practitioner

At a time when the public image of insurance has never been in a more intensive spotlight, this webinar looks at the importance of customer service, both within the profession and to the outside world. Venue Online

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M92 Revision Course - Business and Finance in Insurance

  • Mon 11 Oct 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Online
    • Alan Chandler, Insurance Trainer

This M92 course is limited to 20 members and will be delivered over 2x three hour revision sessions which will cover all the main aspects of the CII diploma subject M92 business and finance module.

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MO5 Revision Course - Insurance Law

  • Mon 11 Oct 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
    • Alan Chandler

This MO5 remote course is limited to 20 members and will be delivered over 2 three hour revision sessions which will cover all the main aspects of the CII diploma subject MO5 insurance law module.

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Cyber Security and Counter Fraud Controls

  • Tue 05 Oct 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Craig Wooldridge, IASME
    • Chris Pinder, IASME
    • Robert Brooker, PKF GM

This webinar is aimed at SMEs within the financial services and insurance sectors looking to improve their own cyber security and counter fraud controls. It will also be of interest to individuals that manage cyber security policies and claims on behalf of their customers and clients.

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WEBINAR: Ted Talks Workshop

  • Fri 24 Sep 10:00 am – 11:00 am
    • Susan Heaton-Wright, Superstar Communicator

Ted Talks: What do these styles of speeches have in common? They are all shorter than a traditional keynote; inform; entertain, are memorable and inspire discussion. They all tap in on human connection which is a powerful way to communicate. How can we use this within our industry to educate, communicate and inspire? Venue Online

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FCA Pricing Practices: Product Governance and Auto Renewals

  • Thu 23 Sep 10:00 am – 11:30 am
  • Online
    • Jill Hambley, Insurance Compliance Services

Following member feedback, we are delighted to welcome back Jill Hambley, Insurance Compliance Services to provide two further updates on the FCA's Pricing Practices. This session will focus on the pricing requirements, but also concentrate on Product Governance, the changes taking effect from 1st October 2021 and what this means for manufacturers and distributors.

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FCA Pricing Practices: Pricing & Reporting

  • Thu 16 Sep 10:00 am – 11:30 am
  • Online
    • Jill Hambley, Insurance Compliance Services

Following member feedback, we are delighted to welcome back Jill Hambley, Insurance Compliance Services to provide two further updates on the FCA's Pricing Practices. This session will focus on the Pricing Rules and associated reporting requirements, which are due to come into force from 1st January 2022.

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IF1 Remote Revision Course - Insurance Legal and Regulatory

  • Wed 15 Sep 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • Online
    • Alison Cooper, Act One Training

This interactive training course, delivered in two sessions, will provide an opportunity for participants to build their insurance knowledge and practice multiple choice questions.

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Getting over your live video fear so that you can thrive on camera

  • Wed 08 Sep 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Christina Robinson, Green Umbrella Marketing

There’s no denying it, live video is not going anywhere soon - It’s here to stay! If you’ve struggled to show up consistently on video from a marketing perspective, you are not alone and Live video, in particular, can be awkward, scary, and at times, a technical pain! In this strategy-packed session, you’ll discover tips and techniques to embrace video with a more personal, casual approach, while creating a stress-free, seamless experience that attracts your perfect audience.

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Virtual Escape Room Networking Event

  • Thu 12 Aug 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm
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FCA New Rules for Pricing Practices

  • Mon 26 Jul 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Jill Hambley, Insurance Compliance Services

The FCA has released its Policy Statement and final rules on general insurance pricing practices. The FCA has largely implemented the policy as set out in its earlier Consultation Paper but has made some concessions around reporting and timings having received over 100 responses to the Consultation.

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Vacant Properties

  • Thu 15 Jul 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online

In a vacant property any damage is likely to be exacerbated by the length of time it takes for the damage to be noticed and repaired. Covid-19 and the introduction of national lockdowns meant that 2020 saw a dramatic increase in the number of buildings being left vacant for an extended period, with little or no warning and time to prepare and has meant that de-commissioning of the building and services were not undertaken.

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Women's Forum: Julie Page, CEO Aon

  • Mon 05 Jul 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Julie Page, Aon

Join us to hear and learn from Julie's professional journey - the challenges along the way, and how she faced and overcame them to become a leader in a male dominated industry.

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The Paint Club - Virtual Networking Art Event

  • Thu 24 Jun 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for a fantastic opportunity to meet and network other members and be creative with paint! This event is hosted by our Young Professionals Group and will involve attendees participating in a virtual painting experience. All necessary art materials will be provided to you by post, a few days prior to this Zoom event. This will include everything you need to create a masterpiece in this 2 hour session, whilst being guided by a professional artist who will help every member to create the secret group subject.

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Water Damage the Basics

  • Tue 22 Jun 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Andrew Vincent, Polygon

This webinar, from Polygon, provides an introduction into water damage - the basics of the survey process, mitigation, moisture measurement and drying techniques.

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