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Understanding Your Personal Brand
We may have typical titles in the world of financial services and our many roles behind the scenes but that does not define us. Each one of us are beautifully unique! Join us for this fun exploratory session live on Zoom where we will delve into understanding our personal brand.
View event detailsAnnual Dinner 2023
The President of the Insurance Institute of Chelmsford and South Essex is excited to announce our annual dinner at the beautiful Stock Brook Manor on Friday 24th November 2023. As a PFS or CII member you can come on your own or with a colleague or guest or two and you can be assured that you will be seated with other like-minded professionals letting their hair down for the evening. The price includes a drink on arrival, three-course meal, entertainment and dancing until midnight-ish! And there will be some amazing raffle prizes, as you might expect. We have an early bird discount available until 13th August 2023 for £700 a table (£70 per individual ticket). Thereafter, tickets are £80 each or £800 for a table of 10. We can guarantee that if you attend on your own you will be welcomed by our Council and sat with like minded professionals. You can book directly through the website or if you’re interested in tickets or would like more information please contact one of our Dinner Secretaries:- Brett Wexler Email: Brett.Wexler@pib-insurance.com Tel:- 07904809237 Matthew Waters Email: mwaters@harrisonholgate.com We look forward to seeing you there!
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Intl Men's Day - Session 4 - Men's Mental Health in 2023 (Panel Discussion)
In our final lunchtime virtual session for International Men's Day, delegates can listen to a panel discussion with industry professionals from across the local financial services industry, where we will delve into the world of men’s mental health, how our speakers have recognised the signs of poor mental health and what they do to protect their mental health. Please note that to aid the flow of discussion, this session will not be recorded.
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Intl Men's Day - Session 3 - Stress Readiness (George Zielinski)
In the third and penultimate of our lunchtime virtual sessions for International Men's Day, please join George Zielinski of GROW Yourself where delegates can leverage insights from behavioural science to help better manage and renew physical, mental and emotional energy.
View event detailsHawkins Webinar - Investigating Fires Involving Biomass Boilers
Hawkins has investigated many fires associated with biomass boilers, but over the past few years there has been a noticeable increase in instructions of fires relating to their use. In this webinar, Camilla discusses what biomass boilers are, how they work, and how they can cause fires.
View event detailsIntl Men's Day - Session 2 Men's Total Mind & Health (Ollie Martin)
In the second of our lunchtime virtual sessions for International Men's Day, please join Ollie Martin of Nick Thomas Associates where delegates will learn to understand what works and what does not and what they can do about their health and performance in the here and now. This interactive workshop will be interspersed with short practices and tests to support engagement and illustrate and support learning.
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Intl Men's Day - Session 1 - From Pain to Performance - (Kieran Mote)
In the first of our lunchtime virtual sessions for International Men's Day, please join Kieran Mote of Sports Rehab Lab (based in Southend-on-Sea) where delegates will learn about how to improve their physical health by developing a consistent approach to exercise, how to overcome injury and pain management, why physical activity is essential to a healthy lifestyle and how exercising regularly improves your physical health as we age.
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Enabling Womens Careers - 14th November 2023 - Celebrating International Mens Day
Join us for the November Women's Forum session. In this session we will be celebrating International Mens Day 2023! This session will be live online on Zoom. It will not be recorded as we aim to create a safe space for members to express themselves, network and grow. These sessions are for all levels of PFS and CII and future topics will be established from member feedback within the group. The sessions are facilitated by Caroline who is a Certified Coach and NLP Trainer, however, these sessions are an exploration for all and so please bring your top tips to share with other members of the group and be open to explore and encourage eachother. Please allow up to 90 minutes for this session.
View event detailsHawkins Webinar - Push-fit Fittings & Statistical Analysis
Gerald will discuss examples where Hawkins has investigated escapes of water caused by a fault in a push-fit fitting, and how laboratory inspection can be conducted to generate data that allows us to compare the characteristics of exhibit and exemplar fittings, in order to determine the cause of failure.
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How to set correct property, stock and contents sums insured in a high inflation world
How to set correct property, stock and contents sums insured in a high inflation world. It is estimated that at least 80% of policies have incorrect sums insured! This presentation looks at the major issue of under insurance in the UK property market and how to help your clients avoid the under-insurance trap. Under insurance has been made considerably worse now that we are seeing UK inflation go into double digits, and this is something all insurance staff need to be aware of. The presentation, delivered by Alan Chandler one of the UK's most popular insurance presenters, will look at what clients actually need to take into account when settling Buildings, Contents and Stock sums insured. Alan will explore why under insurance is so common, the effects of under insurance for the client, and why the current environment of high inflation, leading to significant under insurance, is an increasing cause of Professional Indemnity claims against brokers. Unfortunately, high inflation is likely to be with us throughout 2023 and beyond, due to continuing challenging global events, and clients need to make sure they get their sums insured right because they will get checked by loss adjusters in the event of a claim. One of the problems is that the figures on the client’s balance sheet are not the same as those required for insurance purposes and Alan will point out the differences so that clients can be warned.
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Qualification Pathways to ACII (Advanced Diploma in Insurance)
Join this informative discussion, delivered by Alison Cooper, Director of ACT One Training Services where you will hear about the potential pathways to achieving the ACII, the foremost professional qualification recognised throughout the insurance industry, often used as a signal to employers, clients and peers of the commitment made to the industry and your career in insurance.
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Regulation and the London Market
"This course looks into the London Market and just how Lloyd’s is positioned within it. We look at the operation of Lloyds, its stakeholders and its place in the global insurance market. We will explore Lloyd’s legislation, how it is regulated and why. It is a valuable overview for those working within or just wanting a better understanding of the London Market."
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Presenting with Confidence
Presenting / public speaking is up there with one of the top fears but does not need to be. Whether you are presenting to one person perhaps sharing slides online or presenting to a large group on a live stage, the fundimentals are the same. Everyone has the ability to be a great presenter. Join us for this fun and playful Live-Online introductory session. Please have your camera's on and make sure you are away from distractions as you will be sharing in small groups in breakout rooms as we explore the art of communication and presenting with confidence.
View event detailsBusiness E-mail Compromise
Brad Fraser, CEO of Infoprotect UK will be hosting a webinar showing the ever-growing importance of email Security. The webinar will cover a real-life case of a law firm/client that was comprised in email fraud, leading to a large financial loss for the victim, which the law firm then had to refund due to their negligence.
View event detailsInsurance Conduct of Business Sourcebook (ICOBS) - Introduction
"This session is aimed to introduce the delegate to the Insurance Conduct of Business Sourcebook and its requirements in relation to General Insurance. It provides a top level overview of the interpretation of the sourcebook. Reference should be made to the FCA handbook for the full rules and guidance."
View event detailsEnabling Womens Careers - 19th October - Developing Resilience
Join us for the October Women's Forum - Developing Resilience This session will be Live-Online on Zoom. It will not be recorded as we aim to create a safe space for members to express themselves, network and grow. These sessions are for all levels of PFS and CII and future topics will be established from member feedback within the group. The sessions are facilitated by Caroline who is a Certified Coach and NLP Trainer, however, these sessions are an exploration for all and so please bring your top tips to share with other members of the group and be open to explore and encourage eachother. Please allow up to 90 minutes for this session.
View event detailsWebinar - Say what you want, Say what you mean, Assertiveness Skills
Many people are worried about being assertive: they believe they are coming across as aggressive. Yet everyone has the right to express their needs. Being assertive is an essential skill for anyone. Developing excellent assertiveness skills makes you a better colleague, team player and human being. Susan is an inspirational speaker of international renown and this session can enhance your performance and career.
View event detailsFCA consumer Duty of Care
"This FCA are increasingly moving away from principles-based regulation to outcomes-based, and the new Consumer Duty clearly demonstrates this commitment and shift. The core components of fair treatment of customers and acting with integrity are not new, but the regulator’s expectations, the cultural shift requirements and the outcome focus of the initiative represent a new era for regulation that is far removed from “box ticking”. This session is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of the aims, requirements, and expectations of the FCA in complying with the Consumer Duty."
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