YMC Winter Ball 2026

The IIL YMC is excited to announce that the London Market's biggest and most hotly anticipated young professionals' event will return on Friday 20 November 2026.

Join us for a fabulous evening of networking, dining, entertainment, and socialising with industry peers.

This event is a great opportunity to celebrate CII/PFS exam success, reward staff achievements, boost team morale, encourage team bonding, and raise a glass to success in the year ahead!

This year, the YMC Winter Ball will be supporting The Godwin Lawson Foundation. By purchasing tickets for the event, you will be helping raise funds for the vital work they do.

All tickets include:

• Winter cocktail drinks reception (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
• Three-course dinner with coffee and petit fours
• Unlimited house wine, bottled beer, and soft drinks
• Networking opportunities
• Speeches
• Photobooth
• Entertainment
• DJ and live music

Dress Code: Guests are invited to wear black tie, formal evening wear, or traditional formal dress that reflects their cultural heritage.

(A complimentary cloakroom will be available at the event)

Tickets are priced at:
£245 individual ticket (to join a mixed table)
£2,450 per table of 10

Watch this space and follow the dedicated YMC LinkedIn page as we reveal more event details.

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Lee Anderson, Group Deputy CEO, Specialist Risk Group, says: “For the 4th year running, we are extremely proud to be the Headline Sponsor at the YMC Winter Ball. A partnership that combines our commitment to developing future leaders and specialists, inspiring them to be the best in our industry. As always, we look forward to an entertaining evening.” 

“The Godwin Lawson Foundation is proud to be the official Charity Partner of the Insurance Institute of London YMC Winter Ball 2026. 

Our core mission is to reduce youth violence by supporting young people to access safer, more positive pathways for their future. 

We recognise that youth violence does not exist in isolation, but is often driven by root causes such as poverty, social exclusion, and limited access to opportunity. Through our youth programmes, mentorship, and community initiatives, we address these challenges by providing trusted role models, safe environments, and meaningful support. 

We believe that when young people are given the right guidance and opportunities, the trajectory of their lives can change and in turn, so can the future of our communities. 

We are grateful to be part of this event and for the opportunity to continue making a difference where it matters most.”

For further details about event sponsorship opportunities offering complimentary places, brand exposure, media coverage, etc., please contact Flora Simpson.

Exact timings will be confirmed closer to the event date. Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment.

While this event is organised by the Young Members’ Committee, the event is open to all. Should it be helpful, most attendees are in the 20-40 age bracket.

Any proceeds from this event (after event costs) will be donated to The Godwin Lawson Foundation (registered charity number 1149989).

Please note: Tickets are non-refundable, but substitutions can be made in certain circumstances.

Booking information

You will be sent a confirmation email shortly after booking. If you have not received this within one hour, please contact Flora Simpson (020 7397 3912).

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