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March with Pride – Join IIM at Manchester Pride 2025!

  • Sat 23 Aug. 12:00 pm

The Insurance Institute of Manchester (IIM) is proud to walk in the Manchester LGBTQ+ Pride Parade on Saturday 23rd August 2025 – and we want YOU with us! Click the Book Now link for more information and register for a ticket.

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IIM Bitesize: The Impact of Climate Change on Subsidence

  • Fri 22 Aug 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Craig Fookes, Innovation Group

An opportunity to hear from an expert in Subsidence and the impact that the change in climate is having on this type of peril.

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In-Person Event: Emerging Professionals Networking Social

  • Thu 14 Aug 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Ecclesiastical
    • Caroline Hickey, What Happens Now Coaching

Looking to expand your professional circle and build meaningful connections? Join us for an exciting evening of networking hosted by Ecclesiastical.

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Webinar: Makin a mess? Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010: An Update

  • Mon 28 Jul 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Online
    • Nick Holgate, Forbes

This session covers the scope and purpose of the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act, highlighting its application in the recent case of Makin v Protec & QBE and how the Act and it’s implications.

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Summer Social: Roof Terrace BBQ 2025

  • Thu 17 Jul 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Clyde & Co

The Insurance Institute of Manchester, BIBA and iCAN invites you to a casual Roof Garden Summer BBQ on 17 July at Clyde & Co office in Manchester from 5pm to 9pm! Join us for food, drinks, networking and sunshine*! *Sunshine not guaranteed in the price of your ticket. This will be a relaxed, sociable event on the rooftop terrace of the Clyde & Co offices, with food and drink included and lots of opportunity to network and catch up with old friends and colleagues. Tickets include food and initial drinks, however there will be an additional paid bar available.  Join us for what should be a great night of food, drinks, and networking with your industry. Here’s hoping for BBQ weather…well it is Manchester

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Webinar: Unlock Your Potential Through Emotional Intelligence

  • Wed 16 Jul 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Sharon Critchlow, Discover Your Bounce

Emotional Intelligence or (EQ) has been cited by the World Economic Forum as a key skill for workers to have in 2025 and beyond. Join us for this webinar which is ideal for anyone wanting to get more from their relationships, increase their influence or change their leadership style.

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IIM Council Meeting 15.07.25

  • Tue 15 Jul 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
  • Manchester Chamber of Commerce

This meeting is for council members and guests to attend and will be held in the Gaskell Room at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce.

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Style In The City 2025

  • Fri 20 Jun. 11:00 am
  • The Midland Hotel

Roll up, roll up! The President of the Insurance Institute of Manchester is delighted to announce that our annual Style in the City fashion show will take place on Friday 20th June 2025 at The Midland Hotel, Manchester! Sponsor packages now available! General ticket sales opening soon! Join the Ringmaster to experience a spectacle of wonder, fashion and music under the big top. We look forward to seeing you there to support Henshaws charity.

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Webinar: Conflict Resolution

  • Thu 12 Jun 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Michael Quigley

Do you want to manage conflict well? For some people conflict can be awkward which means you might avoid it rather than dealing with it. Learn about 5 approaches to managing conflict and find out what your preferred method is. We are all different so learn how approaches can complement and support you.

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Jubilee Prize Awards

  • Wed 11 Jun 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

The Jubilee Prize Awards take place annually to reward local excellent in CII examinations. Award winners are taken from local exam results, with winners invited to attend the event.

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LGBTQ+ Manchester Walking Tour 🌈🚶‍♂️

  • Tue 10 Jun 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Vimto Sculpture

Join us for a fascinating walking tour of Manchester’s Gay Village, uncovering its rich LGBTQ+ history and iconic landmarks. Starting at the Vimto Statue, we’ll explore key sites, share stories of the city’s queer past, and finish the evening with a drink at The Lodge Manchester.

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Fast Track to ACII Programme 2025/26 - Entry Deadline

  • Fri 30 May

Do you have your Certificate in Insurance and Diploma in Insurance and are you looking to progress to the next step? Do you have members of staff who started working towards their qualifications and need a bit of help moving on to ACII? We have teamed up with Insurance Training Partnership (ITP) to offer the chance to join a programme specifically designed to help achieve ACII.

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IIM Council Meeting 27.05.25

  • Tue 27 May 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
  • Manchester Chamber of Commerce

This meeting is for council members and guests to attend and will be held in the Gaskell Room at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce.

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IIM & Inconnection: BIBA Conference Padel Morning

  • Wed 14 May 7:30 am – 9:30 am
  • The Pollen Club

Kick off your BIBA Conference experience with an exciting Padel Event on Wednesday, 14th May from 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM at The Pollen Club, Blackfriars St, Manchester M3 2EQ just a 13-minute walk from Manchester Central! Hosted by The Insurance Institute of Manchester and Inconnection, this is the perfect way to start your day at BIBA and get active while networking. Register on the event page to secure your place!

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Webinar: The Art of Listening to What People Don't Say

  • Thu 08 May 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Jeff Heasman, Insurance Upskill

When listening to customers and colleagues, it is as important to understand what they don't say as what they do say. We are all guilty of cloaking messages and there can be a number of reasons for this. Being left to read between the lines can have disastrous consequences. The skills taught in this webinar will add great insight and value to the relationships you build with customers and colleagues.

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Webinar: Digging Below the Surface - Introduction to Construction

  • Fri 02 May 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
  • Online
    • Tracy Keep, Gallagher

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.

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Young Members' Ball 2025

  • Thu 01 May 6:00 pm – 11:59 pm
  • Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

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.

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Link Up North – LGBTQ+ Networking in Manchester

  • Tue 29 Apr 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

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Webinar: Bitesize: Marine Cargo Insurance – Want to know more?

  • Mon 28 Apr 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Andrea Scott, Marsh Limited

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.

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IIM Football Tournament 2025

  • Fri 25 Apr 1:45 pm – 5:30 pm
  • Lucozade Powerleague

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!

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