FULLY BOOKED - To Pair or Not to Pair: Wine, beer & curry, a private dining experience, complimentary to our members.

To Pair or Not to Pair?
Wine, beer, curry & connection, an evening of insight and a private dining experience, complimentary to our members.
This is not your ordinary networking event. Whether you're new to the industry or growing your influence, this event is designed to spark ideas, deepen connections, and leave you with stories worth sharing.
Date: Friday 24th of October 2025.
Venue: Private room at Indiโs Restaurant, an award-winning Indian restaurant in Westbourne (Bournemouth).
Speaker: Jeff Heasman, a highly experienced international trainer.
Jeffโs knowledge of the insurance and financial services industry, combined with a passion for both effective communication and wine, makes this a fun and entertaining 2 hours CPD session with a difference.
Calling all curious minds, experienced or rising stars in insurance, finance and mortgage:
This isnโt just dinner. Itโs a flavour-packed journey into how the way we pair wine, beer, and curry can unlock surprising insights into building meaningful professional relationships.
Why attend?
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Discover the key cognitive functions that lead to stronger connections.
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Learn how to โpairโ better - in teams, networking, and leadership, and recognise the way in which we can harness emotional and cognitive functions.
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Implement a strategy to form high quality connections in your personal and professional lives.
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Meet and connect with like-minded professionals in a relaxed, inspiring setting
Book now to reserve your spot to this exclusive event, free for our members to enjoy.
Spaces are limited, and on a first come, first served basis
Letโs mix, mingle, and make every pairing count.
Venue
- 25 Seamoor Road
- Westbourne
- Bournemouth
- BH4 9AA
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CII Accredited
This demonstrates the quality of an event and that it meets CII member CPD scheme requirements.
2 hours' CPD can be claimed for this event if relevant to your learning and development needs.
It is recommended that you keep any evidence of the CPD activity you have completed and upload copies to the recording tool as the CII may ask to see this if your record is selected for review. Details of the scheme can be viewed online at www.cii.co.uk/cpd.