Chantal Kapani
News AnalysisAre apprenticeships the solution or a costly burden?
’It is hopefully a fast-disappearing perception, but the idea that apprentices are school leavers who make the tea is woefully out of date,’ says learning and development lead
NewsInsurers ‘aren’t promoting’ telematics enough to consumers
’The richness and relevance of telematics data remain invaluable to insurers committed to fair pricing and improved road safety,’ says head
News AnalysisIs the industry doing enough to attract care leavers?
’It is important for children in care to see individuals with similar backgrounds achieving successful careers in the financial services industry,’ says sales operations consultant
NewsNew programme launched to train next generation of loss assessors
’Our trainees will be in the field from day one, learning directly from experienced professionals,’ says chief executive
NewsPet insurance premiums see modest rise
’The steady rise in pet insurance premiums in February marks a shift from the more pronounced declines we saw last year,’ says product manager
NewsGlobal Parametrics appoints Jacob to lead London market expansion
’His experience and broad network across the London market aligns perfectly with our mission,’ says chief executive
NewsMarsh appoints new president for specialty arm
’I am privileged to lead our talented global team and collaborate with them as we deliver on our commitments to clients,’ says appointee
News AnalysisIn Focus: How could the motor market evolve following legal and regulatory scrutiny?
Insurance Times quizzes the industry on how the motor insurance market could evolve considering the Supreme Court’s recent motor finance case and the FCA’s increased focus on premium finance
NewsPool Re launches consultation as it looks to enhance SME terrorism coverage
’We are reliant on market feedback to make sure that our proposals are sensible and deliver practical benefits for all,’ says chief executive
News AnalysisThe Big Question: How can insurance firms stay competitive and differentiate themselves in a soft market?
As softening market rates proliferate, Insurance Times quizzes industry experts on how firms can stay ahead of the pack amid premium price dips
NewsSchool leaders to be mentored by brokers in new initiative
’We aim to equip school leaders with valuable skills and insights that will drive excellence in their schools and empower their pupils to reach their full potential,’ says executive director
NewsHiscox appoints new chief auditor
’I look forward to us benefiting from his contributions,’ says group chief financial officer
NewsApollo welcomes new independent non-executive director
’We’re delighted to welcome him and we look forward to benefiting from his wisdom as we continue to build a more resilient and sustainable world,’ says group chief executive
NewsFlood Re appoints NED as new chief executive to succeed interim boss Logue
’Having been part of the organisation for the past few years, I have seen firsthand the positive impact that Flood Re can make,’ says new boss
NewsCharles Taylor launches new AI fraud detection tool
’The launch places us at the forefront of disrupting how insurance claims have historically been validated,’ says head
News AnalysisUK government’s housing expansion plans has industry nervous for flood risk impact
Recent storms coupled with the Labour government’s plan to build 1.5 million homes by the next parliament – a target set by prime minister Keir Starmer in October 2023 – gives the insurance industry pause for thought around balancing flood risk management, property insurance and demand for housing
NewsCII aims to help insurers build public trust with new report
’Public trust is a vital component of insurance,’ says chief executive
NewsFraud attempts with deepfakes surge over last three years
’Fraudsters are using AI-based techniques that traditional systems can no longer fully detect,’ says chief product and marketing officer
NewsMarsh adds new capacity to Fast Track facility
’The addition of the new capacity is a significant milestone in Fast Track’s evolution,’ says global head of placement
News‘Watch this space’ – Aventum-owned MGA hints at further Lloyd’s expansion
’As we onboard new teams and expand our underwriting capabilities, our need for additional box space at Lloyd’s will naturally grow,’ says managing director
