Previous events

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Marine insurance, Global Fraud and Drug Smuggling: A loss adjuster’s global adventures

  • Thu 27 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Friends Meeting House
    • Graeme Blackie, Sedgwicks

When we think of fraud, we might imagine staged accidents, paint spills on carpets and such like. The marine adjuster thinks globally and considers how trade rules, duty attaching, and global partnerships of organised criminals are made. The global supply chain is fragile; how can outside influences affect global trade, why does drug smuggling affect this?

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Webinar: Outlook Time Management

  • Wed 19 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Lisa Johnson, SquareOne Training

The Insurance Institute of Manchester is happy to announce that their next webinar will focus on how to get the best out of Outlook - one of the tools we use every day in our work lives. Learn some key time-saving shortcuts with Outlook that are all aimed at enhancing the way you use Messages, Calendars, and Tasks.

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Prevent Breast Cancer Health Hour Talk

  • Thu 13 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Prevent Breast Cancer

In this health hour talk we will discuss everything about preventing breast cancer! We will provide an overview of the signs and symptoms to look out for and the best way to check yourself. The talk also covers the different causes of the disease, and the practical ways in which you can reduce your own breast cancer risk. We will give a brief overview of the charity and why we are so passionate about preventing breast cancer, and the ways we are doing so.

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Wellbeing for Winter

  • Wed 05 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Lisa Kempster, Best You Heath

Miindful Manchester are happy to announce their next webinar which will be taking place on Wednesday 5th October 2022. As summer draws to a close, what can we do to protect our wellbeing throughout the Winter? Lisa from ‘Best You Health’ offers advice on simple nutrition, movement, and stress management hacks, giving you more energy whilst protecting your mind, body, and immune health through the cooler and darker months.

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The Insurance Institute of Manchester Football Tournament 2022

  • Fri 30 Sep 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Lucozade Powerleague

It’s back! After far too long sitting at home playing FIFA, we are delighted to confirm the return of the annual CII football tournament. Dust of your togs, get running some drills because the fiercest competition in Insurance has returned. Because of the length of the break, everything that has happened before has been forgotten. County’s borderline assaults on the pitch! Allianz’s annoying habit of winning all the games! It’s back to square one and all to play for. What better way to get warmed up for the World Cup than an Autumn football competition? Team sizes are between 5 and 8 team members - mixed teams welcome. £180 per team. Let’s make it the biggest yet, see you there! Book your place today! Please note bookings close at 12pm on Friday 23rd September 2022.

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Cyber: 5G and the Internet of Things

  • Wed 28 Sep 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Friends Meeting House
    • Dr Mark Hawksworth, Sedgwick International

5G is coming and it will dramatically change the way in which we use mobile communications. The changes that 5G will bring, both good and bad, will affect everyone. The following will be discussed: Why is 5G different than previous generations (2/3/4), the growth of the Internet of Things, who is responsible for data security on 5G and the potential impact on the Insurance sector.

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Seminar: Security Update

  • Wed 14 Sep 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Friends Meeting House
    • Tom Tahany, Blackstone Consultancy
    • David North, Guide Security Limited
    • Paul Jowett, Burgoynes
    • Jason Robbins, Henleys Security Doors

Hear from four speakers about different aspects of residential and personal security including: Blackstone Consultancy - Layered Approach to Security Risk Assessments Guide Security – An introduction to CCTV in the UK Burgoynes - The Forensic Investigation of Breaking and Entering Henley Security Doors – Home security solutions

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Refocus… A Breathing Anchor to Refocus The Wandering Mind

  • Thu 08 Sep 8:15 am – 8:45 am
  • Online
    • Jonathan Bates

Start your morning off the right way with this live 30 minute meditation! Please join the MII as we prepare ourselves for the day and help re-focus our efforts inwardly by using meditation as a means to decrease any stress and deal with anxiety.

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FCA Consumer Duty and Product Governance update for GI

  • Wed 07 Sep 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Branko Bjelobaba

The FCA want to see a higher level of consumer protection in retail financial markets, where firms compete vigorously in the interests of consumers and they wish to drive a healthy and successful financial services system in which firms can thrive and consumers can make informed choices about financial products and services. They consider that firms are not consistently and sufficiently prioritising good consumer outcomes and this causes consumer harm and erodes consumer trust. With final rules published on 27 July 2022 this talk will update you as to what now will be needed.

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Webinar: Official Injury Claim (OIC) Portal Update – 1 year on

  • Thu 18 Aug. 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • John Connolly, DWF Law LLP

This webinar will bring into question whether the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal has been successful since its launch last year. Join us as we go through the complex subject.

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Leadership Panel

  • Thu 04 Aug. 2:30 pm

The Insurance Institute of Manchester is offering you the chance to join a programme to help you develop your career.

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SAVE THE DATE: Annual Dinner 2022

  • Thu 04 Aug – Wed 03 Aug

Save the date for the upcoming Annual Dinner which will take place on the 11th November 2022. Further details to be confirmed.

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The Insurance Institute of Manchester - Quarter End Do

  • Thu 28 Jul. 5:15 pm
  • Kiely’s Irish Bar

Come join The Insurance Institute of Manchester to celebrate our popular Quarter End Do at Kiely’s Irish Bar! The event is free to attend so save the date in your diary today and spread the word!

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Contract Conditions & Liability: The Broker's Responsibility

  • Wed 27 Jul 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Online
    • Alan Chandler

Many policyholders sign contracts without realising they are potentially exposing themselves to liabilities that are not covered by their insurances. Often these contracts are signed in order to either win business or obtain key supplies, either way they are extending their liability beyond the potential protection provided by the liability insurer. The webinar will include exploring the consequences of the Insurance Act 2015 for failing to make a fair presentation of risk with regards to contract conditions.

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Loneliness – How We Can Help Ourselves and Others - WATCH REPLAY

  • Fri 15 Jul 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • The Marmalade Trust

This 1-hour session was an opportunity to stop, reflect and examine the subject of loneliness. It is more important than ever to incorporate strategies both within the workplace and within our own lives to manage these feelings. Rewatch the session here - it is ideal for all those who want to help themselves or others.

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Style in the City 2022

  • Fri 01 Jul. 11:00 am
  • The Midland Hotel

The most talked about fashion show in Manchester returns with guests from the insurance and financial services industry and associated businesses enjoying an afternoon of entertainment with a light lunch and drinks.

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Managing Change

  • Mon 20 Jun. 2:00 pm
  • Online

The Insurance Institute of Manchester is offering you the chance to join a programme to help you develop your career.

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Insurance Charities Q&A Blog

  • Mon 20 Jun.

This year the Insurance Charities Awareness Week will run from Monday 20th to Friday 24th June 2022. This is an amazing opportunity to help others in need! Please read this QA on how you can get involved.

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Fast Track ACII Application

  • Fri 17 Jun. 5:00 pm

Due to the jubilee and school holidays we have had a number of requests to extend the application deadline. Please ensure that all your applications are received by the 17th of June to ensure you are considered for the course. This is the final chance to join us and the Insurance Training Partnership (ITP) on this course specifically designed to help you pass your Advanced Diploma (ACII) qualification in 2 years.

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Sanctions and Financial Crime - Navigating Financial Crime Risk

  • Thu 26 May 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Online
    • Michael Linnitt, Aviva

Join us for this latest CPD session which will cover the risk landscape. We will explore what these new sanctions mean to the insurance industry and help you identify and pre-empt risks.

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