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What needs to be done to close insurance protection gaps? This panel at #PROGRES24, moderated by Felix Salmon (Axios), explored how to leverage public policy & regulation, technology and financial education to increase insurance uptake. Our many thanks to panellists Brenda Cude (The University of Georgia), Salene Hitchcock-Gear (Prudential Financial), Debasish Panda (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India), and Danita Pattemore (The World Bank) for their contributions to the discussion.

Lee Yuan Siong, Chairman of the Geneva Association, delivered an insightful keynote speech to kick off our Programme on Regulation and Supervision Seminar 2024 #PROGRES24 taking place in Washington, D.C. over the next two days. Mr Lee emphasised the crucial role industry stakeholders play in advancing the mission of ‘Insurance for a Better World’. “The insurance industry is a powerful enabler of economic growth, social stability and financial inclusion. We must remain committed to driving positive change, embracing innovation and fulfilling our social responsibilities. I look forward to a future, where everyone can access the protection they need to succeed, regardless of their circumstances.” #PROGRES24 #InsuranceForaBetterWorld

Our search has started for a new Director of Research! Are you an established researcher in the field of insurance or risk with experience overseeing research teams? Reporting into our Managing Director and based in Zurich, this exciting leadership role involves heading up our insurance think tank's research team as well as your own projects. Learn more about the position and how to apply on our website. #Hiring #JobOpening #JoinOurTeam #WeAreHiring

Insurance helps keep people protected against climate risks. But insurablity may be challenged as climate change causes risks to intensify. At #PROGRES24, Robert Gordon (American Property Casualty Insurance Association), Petra Hielkema (she / her) (European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA)), Alice Kane (New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI)), Steven E. Seitz (U.S. Department of the Treasury), Raghuveer Vinukollu (Munich Re) and Maryam Golnaraghi, Ph.D. will discuss what it will take to keep climate risks insurable. Register to join virtually https://lnkd.in/dq76PzHv or email events@genevaassociation.org to request an invitation to attend in person! NB: This session is closed to the media. We are pleased to invite media representatives to participate in #PROGRES2024 sessions on Monday, 16 September.

#PROGRES24 is happening in just one week! Tune into this keynote by Shigeru Ariizumi, Chair of the IAIS - International Association of Insurance Supervisors Executive Committee, to hear how effective supervision helps build resilience within the global insurance sector. #IAIS 

How does insurance support resilience around the world? What role do regulators play in maximising insurance’s positive impact? We’re honoured to have Lee Yuan Siong, Geneva Association Chairman and Group CEO of AIA Group, open our #PROGRES24 Seminar with a keynote speech underscoring the Geneva Association’s own focus: “Insurance for a Better World.” Virtual registration is open until 14 September! https://lnkd.in/dcUExByv

Join us at #PROGRES24 to explore the key role insurance regulation can play in building societal resilience to global climate, geoeconomic and financial risks! Interactive sessions on generative AI, the longevity economy and DE&I in insurance for those who attend in Washington DC. Dennis Noordhoek, Jad Ariss, Kai-Uwe Schanz, Pamela Corn, Maryam Golnaraghi, Ph.D., Adrita Bhattacharya-Craven, Ruo (Alex) Jia Find out more and register: https://lnkd.in/dcUExByv

Insurers are increasingly adopting generative AI in their operations. At our first-ever Digital Technologies Conference, kindly hosted by Generali and moderated by Ruo (Alex) Jia, participants explored how AI will affect the future of the industry and how companies can effectively and safely adopt AI tools. Summary now available: https://lnkd.in/dFqV48Rw

Global warming is real but how cost effective are proposed solutions to address it? We’re excited to hear some fresh views on climate change from Bjorn Lomborg, President of the Copenhagen Consensus Center and keynote speaker at our upcoming seminar #PROGRES24 in Washington, DC. Sign-up here to watch the speech online https://lnkd.in/dcUExByv Also still accepting interest to attend in person! Email events@genevaassociation.org

How can re/insurers help get climate technologies off the ground? Our climate tech conference, kindly hosted by Swiss Re, explored the vital role insurance can play in closing investment gaps and managing the risks associated with emerging climate technologies. Read the summary: https://lnkd.in/dHDFdXxD