ABOUT
Women in Insurance UK is thrilled to welcome the insurance industry to reconnect face-to-face for a live summit dedicated to empowering women and allies, developing a new generation of leaders, and advancing the careers of diverse insurance professionals.
This event will provide insurance professionals with an incredible opportunity to build new bonds, explore leadership strategies, and get inspired to make small (and big) changes in their careers, and most importantly – work with a purpose in an industry that is constantly innovating to be more digital, exceed clients’ needs and provide equal opportunities for men and women.
Featuring impactful speakers from leading companies, an agenda packed with powerful sessions on hot-button topics, and dedicated time for networking and relationship building, this event is exactly what every insurance professional needs on their calendar for 2022.
Join us in celebrating the resilience of the insurance industry and uniting as a community once again.
Why attend?
Unpack the skills you need to stand out as an insurance leader and take the next step in your career
Explore how you can achieve growth and increase your exposure in a hybrid working environment
Network face-to-face with women and allies alike and connect with some of the industry’s most elite leaders
Engage in a deeper conversation around establishing an inclusive culture that supports diverse professionals
2022 SPEAKERS

Mandy Hickson
Former RAF Fast-jet Pilot

Sheila Cameron
Chief Executive Officer
Lloyd’s Market Association

Carolyn Blunt
Growth & Client Success Director
Davies Group

Lavinia Johnson
Director of Underwriting for International Casualty
QBE Insurance Europe Ltd.

Julia McGillis
Managing Director
Marsh McLennan UK and Canada

Sharon Brown
Director at the Managing General Agents Association and Consultant

Lisa Bartlett
President, UK & Ireland
Crawford & Company

Stephanie Ogden
Managing Director, UK and Ireland
HDI Global SE

Yasmin Carter-Esdale
Development Underwriter
Hiscox UK

Ola Jacob
Broker Success Manager
FloodFlash

Sonia Habib
Head of Product Development
Jensten Group

Weneika Steede
Finance Business Partner and Head of Capital Management
Zurich Insurance

Marcia Mcfarlane
Senior Vice President – Digital Project Manager
Marsh

Barbara Schonhofer
Executive Chair
ISC Group

Samantha Tanner
UK Chief Actuary and EMEA Strategy
SCOR

Tangy Morgan
Senior Advisor
Bank of England

Claire Vivyan Roberts
Partner Coach
Famn

Jason Groves
Global Director of Media Relations
Marsh

Kalpana Shah
President – Elect
Institute and Faculty of Actuaries

Teniola Tijani
Founder
LTL Collective

Ben Johnson
Managing Director & Global Head of Insurance & InsurTech
Sheffield Haworth

Gareth Mutema
Digital Business Manager
Aviva

Sian Fisher
Non Executive Director
Asta Underwriting Management

Zarina Lawley
Executive Associate
Miller Insurance Services LLP

Deepti Vohra
Partner
PwC

Nadia Kruger
Senior Manager, Insurance Risk,
PwC

Martyn Rodden
Director of Strategy and Transformation
MS Amlin
2022 AGENDA
All times in GMT
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Opening remarks from Chairperson
Teniola Tijani
Founder
LTL Collective -
Keynote address: An Officer, not a gentleman – leading from the front line
As the second woman to fly a Tornado GR4 on the front line, Mandy Hickson pioneered the movement of women in the Royal Air Force. Throughout 45 missions and 3 duty tours, her remarkable career is a testament of her strong mental resilience, bravery, and powerful attitude. Drawing on her experience of calculated risk-taking, decision-making under pressure, and the critical role of humans, Mandy’s vivid leadership story demonstrates the importance of leading, quite literally, from the front to get the best from yourself and your team.
Mandy Hickson
Former RAF Fast-jet Pilot
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Panel: Personal brand and your leadership
Every insurance leader needs a strong personal brand that evolves as you advance in your career. It’s a matter of continually crafting and curating the skills and experience that make you, you! In this session, gain advice on how to best articulate your personal brand, in and out of the office, and how it can be the key differentiator in your career.
- How to make a strong, lasting impression – from the office, in the boardroom, or at your dining room table
- Improving your digital footprint: leveraging popular social platforms like LinkedIn to market and build your brand
- Tips for engaging internal sponsors to be your advocates
- Using your everyday creativity to help you emerge as an authentic leader
Moderator
Sian Fisher
Non Executive Director
Asta Underwriting ManagementPanelists
Sheila Cameron
Chief Executive Officer
Lloyd’s Market AssociationYasmin Carter-Esdale
Development Underwriter
Hiscox UKKalpana Shah
President – Elect
Institute and Faculty of ActuariesGareth Mutema
Digital Business Manager
Aviva -
Networking coffee break
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Panel: Creating a space for everyone
It takes one leader to start a shift in a company’s culture – to encourage active participation by all members of your team, to build an inclusive culture, and to support the celebration of diversity. This session will highlight effective and innovative strategies for creating a workplace that is both welcoming and empowering – and the prominent role you can play in driving them.
- Building a supportive environment for both emerging and established leaders in insurance: What does it take?
- What are the best strategies for crafting a hybrid culture that encourages participation by everyone?
- Communication that fosters openness and empowers your team
Moderator
Stephanie Ogden
Managing Director, UK and Ireland
HDI Global SEPanelists
Carolyn Blunt
Growth & Client Success Director
Davies GroupLavinia Johnson
Director of Underwriting for International Casualty
QBE Insurance Europe Ltd.Weneika Steede
Finance Business Partner and Head of Capital Management
Zurich InsuranceLisa Bartlett
President, UK & Ireland
Crawford & Company -
Achieving growth and exposure in a hybrid working environment
This session tackles the paradox of flexibility and exposure in this new working environment. As organizations are returning to the office in some capacity, many are also offering more work from home options. With that flexibility, some may be wondering if there are trade-offs to choosing more flexible work opportunities.
- How are those that take advantage of working from home missing out on key exposure opportunities that could impact their career?
- How can meaningful exposure to leaders, team management and growth opportunities still be available to those who choose a more flexible work schedule?
- What types of solutions allow for equitable opportunities for all types of work styles?
Deepti Vohra
Partner
PwCNadia Kruger
Senior Manager, Insurance Risk,
PwCMartyn Rodden
Director of Strategy and Transformation
MS Amlin -
Lunch networking break
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Panel: A guide to proactive problem-solving
What separates an impactful leader from others is their ability to effectively problem-solve – to communicate transparently, consider the different perspectives and stakeholders, and challenge the status quo. This session will feature industry leaders who will unpack problem-solving in a workplace setting, and practical tips for finding the best solution to any task or project.
- Building a team culture that considers different stakeholders – both internally and externally
- What are the six key problem-solving skills all leaders should master?
- How can you become an effective problem-solver, regardless of your level of leadership?
Moderator
Sharon Brown
Director at the Managing General Agents Association and Consultant
Panelists
Julia McGillis
Managing Director
Marsh McLennan UK and CanadaSamantha Tanner
UK Chief Actuary and EMEA Strategy
SCORBen Johnson
Managing Director & Global Head of Insurance & InsurTech
Sheffield HaworthZarina Lawley
Executive Associate
Miller Insurance Services LLP -
Making an impact with emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence is a key determinant of a successful leader, especially in an ever-evolving insurance industry. The ability to connect emotionally with your team benefits everything from engagement to overall team productivity. This session will feature an EI expert on strategies for leading with empathy and making a meaningful impact within your team
- What does emotional intelligence look like in the workplace?
- How can EI play a key role in communication in a virtual office
- How can you leverage empathy to impact and empower your team?
- Effective strategies for improving mindfulness and avoiding burnout
Claire Vivyan Roberts
Partner Coach
Famn -
Networking coffee break
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Panel: Lessons learned from a multigenerational workforce
For the first time, five generations are interacting within the workforce. While it’s easy to focus on potential conflict, there is a unique opportunity for insurance leaders to take advantage of the varied perspectives and experiences each generation offers. This session will feature a panel of different generations who will share their own experiences, and strategies for leveraging diverse thoughts and collaborating effectively.
- How to incorporate team strategies such as knowledge sharing, clearing defined expectations, and active listening
- What are we learning right now from each generation?
- Understanding your team and how it translates to your client base
Moderator
Jason Groves
Global Director of Media Relations
MarshPanelists
Ola Jacob
Broker Success Manager
FloodFlashSonia Habib
Head of Product Development
Jensten GroupMarcia Mcfarlane
Senior Vice President – Digital Project Manager
MarshTangy Morgan
Senior Advisor
Bank of England -
Closing keynote: Leveraging industry trends
In this session, hear from key industry leader on some of the most pressing industry trends that are currently shaping the insurance market – and what you need to know to remain an informed and effective leader today.
Barbara Schonhofer
Executive Chair
ISC Group -
Closing remarks from Chairperson
Teniola Tijani
Founder
LTL Collective -
Networking drinks reception
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