All articles by Katie Scott – Page 3
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IT InterviewSerge Raffard: Allianz Personal sees ‘huge opportunity’ in broker relationships
The ‘Frenchie’ leading Allianz’s personal lines business is excited by the ‘competitiveness’ of the UK market and the ability to action change quickly
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News AnalysisBriefing: MGA seeks capacity to bust taboos in ‘untapped market’
New MGA actively encourages claims to adopt preventative stance around taboo healthcare field – here’s how its model could have helped me
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NewsAviva refuses to be complacent on eTrading service following record report result
The insurer believes that its eTrading evolution is ‘not a one and done’ project, which is why it boasts the highest five star score from broker partner research for the sixth consecutive year
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NewsABI and Insurtech UK agree MoU to ‘connect the dots’ between ‘best of technology’
‘Innovation and harnessing the best of technology is crucial to maintaining our sector’s competitive edge,’ says director general
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NewsAviva completes £249m Probitas buy
Insurer’s UKGI boss notes that finalised transaction represents ‘a significant growth opportunity for us and further enhances our customer proposition’
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News AnalysisOpinion: Has brand stacking replaced the loyalty penalty?
Research foundation feels some insurers are ‘committing the sin of omission’ when promoting tiered products
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IT InterviewTara Foley: Axa UK and Ireland strives to be the ‘go-to place for talent in the industry’
Alongside a focus on organic growth and technology, the insurer’s medium-term strategy sees it bid to become a ‘destination workplace’
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IT InterviewRichard Coleman: Ecclesiastical’s charitable focus creates ‘amazing story’ for broker partners
The insurer’s ‘hugely attractive’ charitable purpose has additionally supported recruitment, says UK managing director
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NewsEcclesiastical launches into office professionals market to satisfy broker feedback
Alongside entering new markets, the insurer is ‘selectively starting to open up conversations about supporting MGAs’ in order to further facilitate business growth, says UK managing director
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NewsGlobal cyber insurance market predicted to reach £23bn GWP by 2027 – Morningstar DBRS
Credit ratings agency predicts that ‘technological advancements, changes in the regulatory landscape and the advent of innovative insurance products will shape the trajectory of the cyber insurance market’
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NewsMore brokers looking to support charities and communities
Brokers seek connections with local charities in order to give back to customers, improve their reputation and support talent attraction and retention, finds insurer research
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IT InterviewTara Foley: Consumer Duty is ‘not a one and done’ regulation
Insurer chief executive says the implementation of the new rules has ‘required significant effort and focus’
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News‘Huge’ growth in property fraud is ‘non-stop’ – DWF Law
In particular, ‘cannabis farms are a big issue’ concerning commercial and domestic properties, as well as suspicious escape of water claims
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NewsAxa UK and Ireland works to ‘strengthen’, ‘solidify’ and ‘deepen’ broker relationships
Chief executive believes it is ‘absolutely critical’ that the insurer works ‘hand in glove’ with brokers to tackle industry-wide challenges
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NewsInsurtech secures capacity from Aviva-backed MGA to expand vacation rental cover
Chief executive says ‘strategically important partnership’ will help improve business volume
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NewsAround 15% of SMEs opt to pay for insurance monthly as bill late payment issues continue
Cash flow concerns see SME owners switch method of paying for insurance, says premium finance firm
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News AnalysisOpinion: How true is the claims ‘shop window’ adage?
Editor Katie Scott discusses whether a change in perspective around how claims are viewed could help improve customers’ perception of the industry
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NewsRegulation and retention are key concerns for personal lines brokers – Ageas UK
Chief executive flags that ‘supporting our partners to keep customers is the lifeblood of our business’
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IT InterviewAnt Middle: M&A will provide Ageas UK with ‘optionality for the future’
Chief executive eyes new product lines and M&A opportunities as personal lines insurer plots out its next three to five-year strategy
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IT InterviewTom Downey: Pen Underwriting plans to use M&A to build ‘a much more specialist, niche business’
Chief executive strives for MGA to be ‘magic in the middle’ between capacity partners and brokers as it looks to hit £1bn GWP by year-end
