Less than two weeks to go: Spotlight on day one sessions at the 2023 NIBA Convention
One of the most anticipated events in the insurance broking calendar, the 2023 NIBA Convention is fast approaching. With less than two weeks to go and a jam-packed program, there are plenty of sessions designed to tackle the most urgent challenges facing our profession.
So you don’t miss out, here’s a deep dive into the program, highlighting the main sessions you need to keep an eye out for to make the most of your Convention experience.
Retaining and attracting talent
NIBA will unveil its new initiative aimed at promoting insurance broking as a career of choice and helping members attract and retain talent. Hear from NIBA CEO, Philip Kewin and from the Chair of the Promoting Insurance Broking Careers Committee, Cameron Sheild, about the initiative and how you can fulfil the needs of your business.
Planning and resilience: Where to from here?
Australia has experienced a fair share of unprecedented natural disasters, coupled with a sustained and difficult insurance market. The ‘Planning & Resilience: Where to from here?’ session will feature discussions from key stakeholders and explore how we can empower Australian communities to better handle natural disasters, through a strategic approach to future planning based on our learnings from the past. Panelists include Andrew Hall, CEO, Insurance Council of Australia, Drew MacRae, Consumer Representative, Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee, Andrew Minack, First Assistant Coordinator General, Policy and Programs, National Emergency Management Agency, and Gary Okely, NIBA President.
Future risks: Property insurance done differently
‘Future Risks - Property Insurance Done Differently’ will be presented by Brian Maruncic, Head of Climate Business for Australia and New Zealand at AXA XL, and will explore the creation and application of parametric insurance. Gain valuable insights and ways of practically implementing parametric insurance through real-world scenarios, showcasing its effectiveness in mitigating global weather-related challenges.
Tradition to transformation: Attracting talent to the industry
In a rapidly changing world, the insurance sector must break free from tradition to attract its newest and best talent. The plenary session ‘Tradition to transformation: Attracting talent to the industry’ will see panelists Cameron Sheild, Tom Wheeler, William Thompson and Jodie Krafft discuss why we need a better approach, one that incorporates progressive recruitment methods and initiatives to foster a more vibrant and prosperous future for the industry.
Keynote speakers
Hear from our two keynote speakers – Dr Jordan Nguyen and Dr Bronwyn King AO – and be inspired to think differently about the challenges that lie ahead for the insurance broking profession.
Register for the Convention
Apart from these thought-provoking sessions, there are so many reasons to register for the 2023 NIBA Convention, including exceptional networking opportunities at the NIBA Marketplace, available on arrival and during the breaks.
With less than two weeks to go, book your place today to make the most of your experience! Register for the 2023 NIBA Convention below.
Single day registrations are also available. If you’re interested, you can register for day one for $630 (NIBA member rate) or $760 (non-NIBA member rate).