Opinion
Trade Voice: Biba's Steve White on why we need to be mindful about mental health
In years gone by no one spoke about mental health issues but now, as well as being aware of the issues, employers have moral responsibility to address it according to Steve White, CEO of the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
I work in insurance: Stephanie Horton, River Canal Rescue
After buying her own boat, Stephanie Horton, managing director of River Canal Rescue realised not everyone has the expertise to fix their vessels so now she comes to the aid of those in trouble on the water
GRP’s Craig Pocock on SMCR
GRP’s chief people officer Craig Pocock explains why it’s important for brokers to plan for the new Senior Managers and Certification Regime.
Sinéad Browne of AGCS on tackling intangible risks
Over the past 40 years business risks have moved from mainly tangible to predominately intangible Sinéad Browne, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty chief regions and markets officer, urges companies and insurers to tackle this weak spot in risk…
Director of Content's comment: Insurance dynasties - Who will be the next predator?
“Extraordinary animals, each in a heroic struggle against rivals and against the forces of nature, fighting for their own survival and for the future of their ‘Dynasties’."
QBE's Chris Wallace on being prepared for Brexit
No one knows what Brexit negotiations will yield. However, Chris Wallace, executive director for European markets at QBE, says companies should be prepared for the opportunities the UK leaving the European Union can bring.
Rising star: Declan Shaw, Cowens
Declan Shaw joined Cowens straight from school and has already risen to account executive.
My other life: James Winchester, Scouting
When James Winchester isn't being client director for commercial insurance (South) for Konsileo, he's building up his Scouting skills as assistant district commissioner for Scouts – Poole District.
Axa XL's Paul Greensmith on why film underwriters deserve an Oscar
Paul Greensmith, UK CEO at Axa XL, delves into the art of underwriting cinema and television productions, which contribute so much to the UK economy and world imagination.
The ABI's James Dalton on the FCA market study into pricing practices
The Citizens' Advice super complaint has highlighted that insurers needs to do more to serve existing customers, but James Dalton, director of general insurance policy at the Association of British Insurers believes its important to stress that the…
Ageas' Bart De Smet on staying relevant in 2030
Insurers need to act now to stay relevant to their customers in future, writes Ageas' CEO Bart De Smet.
Blog: Big data killed niches
Big data has removed the concept of niche insurance, writes Stuart MacIntyre, chief underwriting officer at First Central Group, explaining how policyholders will benefit in the long run.
WTW's Nicolas Aubert on being bold to thrive in a global market
In a volatile geopolitical landscape, Nicolas Aubert, head of GB, Willis Towers Watson and current president of the Insurance Institute of London, urges the market to take the opportunity to rethink its position and think globally.
Editor's comment: Only yourselves to blame
Over the past two-and-a-half years, I have written in this column no less than three articles urging insurers to act on the problem of dual pricing.
Covéa's Stephen Walker on empathy, the digital skill you need
As insurance is embracing digital technologies, the most crucial skill it will need is empathy, explains Stephen Walker, director of claims, customer and operations at Covéa Insurance.
My other life: Tennis coach – Crispin Moger, Marmalade
Crispin Moger, CEO for Marmalade, is a trained Lawn Tennis Association tennis coach
Zurich's Håkan Hedström on what China's reforms of state-owned enterprises mean for investors
Investors should trust China's efforts to reform its state-owned enterprises but still check progress, writes Håkan Hedström, head of Asian market strategy, investment management, at Zurich.
Aviva's Rob Townend on using digital to improve insurers' reputation
Insurers need to leverage technology to make insurance simpler and improve its reputation, writes Rob Townend, managing director of Aviva’s UK general insurance business.
Brightside's Brendan McCafferty on the secret success sauce for personal brokers
Personal lines brokers need to juggle competing requirements to achieve success, writes Brightside CEO Brendan McCafferty, explaining how they can get their basics right.
Rising star: Max Jones, BHIB Insurance Brokers
An insurance apprenticeship caught Max Jones’s eye when he finished his A Levels and hard work since means he has already progressed to claims technician at BHIB Insurance Brokers
AIG's Anthony Baldwin on improving PPL
Only by using Placing Platform Limited can insurers and brokers make electronic placement work better, argues Anthony Baldwin, CEO of AIG Europe.
Axa's David Williams on why insurers need to drive autonomous car initiatives
Motor insurers must play an active part in the schemes that develop and test autonomous vehicles, despite the many issues that need to be ironed out, writes David Williams, technical director at Axa.
Apil's Brett Dixon on how the future discount rate could be skewed
A panel of independent experts needs to be involved in the first review of the discount rate, argues Brett Dixon, president of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
HDI's Phil Wall on complex supply chains and chain reactions
Insurers and brokers are trying to pinpoint the risks posed by increasingly complex supply chains, writes Phil Wall, head of risk engineering UK, Ireland, Middle East & Africa at HDI Global, calling for market collaboration to signpost ways forward.