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Secrets of Sucessful Business Networking

  • Thu 16 Nov 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Taunton Racecourse
    • Melissa Kidd, Motem

Why this? In today’s demanding times, the strength of our network has never been more important. But while networking events may be a key route to market, many young professionals find them difficult, frustrating and awkward. Who is this for? It’s ideal for reluctant networkers who want to become more confident and effective in raising their profile and meeting new contacts. It’s very suitable for those in general insurance and those in personal finance roles. What will it cover? The highly interactive and practical one hour session will be structured around what to do before, during and after a typical event to help delegates maximise the opportunities. You will learn how to:- • Prepare so that they’re networking with a purpose – using a checklist • Get started in busy room when they don’t know anybody • Get in and out of conversations easily • Have the effective 5-step networking conversation • Demonstrate their credibility through using conversational stories • Follow up professionally without being a pest • Avoid making the one mistake that will ruin their chances of being successful. Who is leading the session? Melissa Kidd runs Motem Ltd – which specialises in helping professionals to communicate so that they can sell more. Once a reluctant networker herself, Melissa has picked up many tips, devised new strategies and learnt new skills to improve her effectiveness and confidence. Melissa has a wealth of experience in the financial services sector – built up largely through working with the Chartered Insurance Institute since 2012. As well as working with accountancy and pension firms, Melissa has spoken at a number of HSBC conferences on the subject of networking.

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Invesco Perpetual Breakfast Seminar

  • Wed 25 Oct 8:00 am – 9:30 am
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Neil Dobson, Invesco

“We will begin this round with the usual update on global financial markets, looking at the fundamental drivers of their performance and prospects going forwards. With a backdrop of increased political instability and uncertainty around Brexit negotiations, there will be a particular focus on the UK economy. As the economic cycle matures and the need for loose monetary policy diminishes, we will also discuss how interest rate policy and QE could evolve in major economies, as well as the method and implications of unwinding QE in the US, which has been signalled by the Federal Reserve.”

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M05 Insurance Law Revision Day

  • Fri 13 Oct 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Alan Chandler

• Have an overview of the main areas of the syllabus , looking at the main examiner focus points in each chapter • Understanding how best to answer the coursework questions • Looking at the case law and statute law most likely to come up • Undertaking a mock multiple choice exam to prepare for this element of the course

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IHT & Business Relief Compliance

  • Tue 03 Oct 8:00 am – 9:30 am
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Justin Elmes, Puma Investments

Many advisers are now familiar with the use of Business Relief as part of IHT Planning. Over recent years the number of providers with such investments has grown considerably, offering a greater range of options for advisers but making the decision making process more complex.

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Accidental Damage to Underground Services

  • Wed 27 Sep 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Rob Stewart, Property Consortium

Learning Objectives: - a general understanding of Accidental Damage to Underground Services claims and be able to apply this when considering policy cover. - an overview of ownership and common causes of damage. - a working knowledge of general market approach and accepted philosophies in relation to AD to US claims. - an appreciation of wider issues affecting the industry and how these can impact on the claim.

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Where do I begin? (Researching, structuring and writing coursework assignments)

  • Thu 14 Sep 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club
    • Jeff Heasman

By the end of the session participants will be able to: • Properly plan and research coursework assignments. • Structure assignments and use appropriate language throughout. • Include evidence in an assignment in a structured and easy to read format. • Properly reference sources and avoid plagiarism.

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Fireworks on the Water

  • Thu 10 Aug 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

The world famous British Firework Championships is set to return to Plymouth's Waterfront on 9/10 August 2017. Hosted by Plymouth Boat Trips, Plymouth and Cornwall Insurance Institute and Finance Society are delighted to announce that Weston Maid has been booked for the Thursday evening so members can enjoy the fireworks from an unrivalled view on Plymouth Sound. There is no bar facility on board but you are welcome to bring your own refreshments (soft drinks will be provided) and snacks. There is no toilet on board but the vessel will stop at the Barbican or Cawsand at regular intervals for comfort breaks. Please visit the Plymouth Institutes website for booking information: http://www.localinstitutes.cii.co.uk/plymouth-cornwall/home/events/2017/fireworks-on-the-water/

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A Day of Liability Event - Session 3 (2.30pm to 5pm)

  • Tue 04 Jul 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Alan Chandler

The final session of 'A Day of Liability Event' - Directors & Officers.

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A Day of Liability Event - Session 2 (11.30am to 2pm)

  • Tue 04 Jul 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Alan Chandler

The second session of 'A Day of Liability Event' - How liability can arise.

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A Day of Liability Event

  • Tue 04 Jul 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Alan Chandler

Exeter Institute is pleased to offer 3 separate CPD events in one day! You can choose to attend anything from 1 to all 3.

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A Day of Liability Event - Session 1 (9am to 11am)

  • Tue 04 Jul 9:00 am – 11:00 am
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Alan Chandler

The first session of 'A Day of Liability Event' - The change in the discount rate.

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Invesco Intelligence Seminar - Fiscal stimulus to the rescue?

  • Fri 09 Jun 8:00 am – 9:30 am
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club
    • Neil Dobson, Invesco

Fiscal stimulus to the rescue? Neil Dobson, Invesco

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Cyber Fraud CPD event

  • Wed 26 Apr 8:00 am – 9:30 am
  • Cornish Mutual, Uffculme
    • Sian Mills, LG Williams & Prichard Solicitors

Sian Mills (a partner in LG Williams & Prichard solicitor’s firm in Cardiff) will be presenting on Cyber Fraud from a solicitors viewpoint.

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Threats to pension clients and opportunities for advice as a result of the Budgets 2016 and 2017

  • Wed 12 Apr – Tue 11 Apr

The presentation covers changes in legislation announced in the Budget 2016 that come into force on the 6th April 2017. We will also cover the changes announced in the Budget 2017 which impact on savers. These will affect both savers and advisers alike and it’s important to understand their potential impact.

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Annual General Meeting 2017

  • Tue 04 Apr 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club

If you have a little time and a lot of energy to give to your local institute, this may be for you.

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Renewable technologies. Considering the risk and dealing with claims.

  • Tue 04 Apr – Mon 03 Apr
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club

Renewable technologies and insurance by Frank McCreesh, FCII, Chartered Insurer; HSB Engineering Insurance Ltd. Who should attend? Anyone involved in the placing or underwriting of commercial business or in the handling or management of commercial insurance claims. Anyone with a general interest renewable energies.

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Invesco Intelligence Seminar

  • Fri 24 Mar 8:00 am – 9:15 am
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club

We will reflect on what has been a challenging year for investors, including the impact of Britain’s decision to leave the EU, wider concerns over a slowdown in the Chinese economy and, of course, the landmark US election. We will also take the opportunity to look ahead to 2017, considering factors that we believe are likely to influence the global economy and drive asset class performance.

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95th Annual Dinner

  • Fri 10 Mar 6:30 pm – 1:00 am

The 95th annual dinner of the Exeter, Devon and Somerset institute will take place at Sandy Park conference and banqueting centre; home of the Exeter Chiefs. We are delighted to announce that our guest speaker will be Monty Halls. The event is being sponsored by DWF. Described by market commentators as “blazing a trail”, DWF is one of the UK’s largest legal businesses and has an award-winning reputation for client service excellence and effective operational management.

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Joint Professions Networking Group

  • Tue 07 Mar 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The social event attended by members of many local professions. Venue: The Mercure Rougemont Hotel, Queen Street, Exeter EX4 3SP

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Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance

  • Wed 15 Feb 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Exeter Golf & Country Club

Directors’ and officers’ liability insurance covers the cost of compensation claims made against a business’s directors and the key managers (officers) for alleged wrongful acts. As a D & O underwriting consultant, Phil will provide an overview of the product, its place in the insurance market and discuss where claims may arise from as an introduction to this topical subject

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