Monday 14 - Wednesday 16 October 2024
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Visit anziif.com/rr24 to register. #ReinsuranceRendezvous
ABOUT THE ANZIIF REINSURANCE
RENDEZVOUS
Held over 3 days, Reinsurance Rendezvous is a must attend event for industry professionals across the Asia Pacific. The conference will provide delegates with the most up-to-date and thought-provoking market developments and insights.
Featuring panel discussions and presentations from industry leading professionals, attendees will hear about emerging trends, where the market is heading and the future of the reinsurance industry.
Whether you are a seasoned professional, a young insurance professional, looking to connect with industry leaders, or simply seeking clarity in this climate of change, ANZIIF’s Reinsurance Rendezvous has something for everyone.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Reinsurance Rendezvous is essential for all:
• Insurers
• Insurance brokers and agents
• Claims professionals
WHY ATTEND
• Actuaries
• Analysts
• Insurance lawyers
• Reinsurers
• Underwriters
• Government
• Deep dive into the latest industry trends and gain fresh insights on strategy from global reinsurance experts.
• Engage with panel discussions featuring industry-leading professionals sharing their expertise on emerging trends and future directions.
• Learn about the future of the reinsurance industry and where the market is heading.
• Connect with industry leaders and peers, broadening your professional network.
PROGRAM
Day One: Monday 14 October
Time Session
10:30am
Coach departs from Sydney CBD to Rydges Hunter Valley
1:00pm – 2:00pm Arrival and light lunch
2:00pm – 4:00pm Icebreaker Activity: Lawn games and wine tasting Sponsored
4:00pm – 4:30pm Free Time
4:30pm – 5:30pm Registration and Networking Drinks
5:30pm – 5:45pm
Official Conference Opening
MC: John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
5:45pm – 6:00pm ANZIIF Welcome
Katrina Shanks, Chief Executive Officer, ANZIIF
6:00pm – 6:45pm Wine and Reinsurance - A Blended Approach
6:45pm – 10:00pm Welcome Dinner
Day Two: Tuesday 15 October
Time Session
8:30am – 9:00am Refreshments and Networking
9:00am – 9:10am Day Two Welcome
MC: John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
State of the Market
9:10am – 10:00am
Andrew Buncombe, Associate Director, Macquarie Group
Karl Marshall, Head of Advisory and Analytics APAC, Howden Re
10:00am – 11:00am Keynote:
Steve Johnston, Chief Executive Officer, Suncorp Group
11:00am – 11:30am Morning Tea
Introduction Presentation
Steven Asnicar, Chief Executive Officer, Diversity Australia
Panel: Cultivating Inclusion, Resilience and Mental Health in the Workplace
• Moderator: Anja Linsmaier, Head of Non-Life, Munich Re
11:30am – 12:30pm
Panellists:
• Stephanie Thompson, Workplace Mental Health Advisor, SuperFriend
• Ann Gi Ho, Risk and Compliance Manager – Australia & Pacific and Chair of Inclusion & Diversity APAC Committee of Canopius Group
• Steven Asnicar, Chief Executive Officer, Diversity Australia
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Day Two: Tuesday 15 October
Time Session
12:30pm – 1:00pm Stay tuned, further details to come!
1:00pm – 2:00pm Lunch
Concussion in sport before the Court - a mock trial
Synopsis:
This session will demonstrate how legal and medical issues that arise in concussion related claims are dealt with before the Court. The mock trial will focus on a hypothetical former professional athlete who is bringing a claim against his former sporting organisation. We will also hear from renowned concussion experts Dr Rowena Mobbs and Dr Adrian Cohen.
• Judge: John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
2:00pm – 3:00pm
• Teni Berberian, Barrister, 13 Wentworth Chambers
• Callan O’Neill, Barrister, 12 Wentworth Selborne Chambers
Key take-aways:
• Develop an understanding of how complex legal and medical issues associated with concussion related claims are dealt with practically before a Court.
• Gain a better understanding of Court related procedure for concussion claims.
• Gain an understanding of how medical evidence is likely to be presented before a Court in relation to concussion related claims.
3:00pm – 3:30pm Mock Trial Q&A
3:30pm – 4:00pm Afternoon Tea
Panel: Emerging Tech in AI
4:00pm – 5:00pm
• Alex Taylor, Global Head of Emerging Technology, QBE Ventures
• Timothy Rafton, Executive General Manager, IAG
5:00pm – 5:30pm Day Two Close
John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
5:30pm – 6:30pm Free Time
6:30pm – 7:00pm Networking Drinks & Canapes
7:00pm – 11:00pm Conference Dinner
Sponsored by
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Day Three: Wednesday 16 October
Time Session
8:30am – 9:00am Refreshments and Networking
9:00am – 9:10am Day Three Welcome
MC: John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
9:10am – 10:00am Morning Session
Stay tuned, further details to come!
The Other Climate Risk – Transition, Decarbonisation, and the Economy
10:00am – 11:00am
Rade Musulin, Principal, Finity
11:00am – 11:30am Morning Tea
11:30am – 12:30pm A conversation with ARPC
12:30pm – 1:00pm Wrap-up
MC: John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
1:00pm – 1:15pm Conference Close
1:15pm – 2:00pm Networking and Light Lunch
2:30pm Coach departs from Rydges Hunter Valley to Sydney CBD
GENERAL INFORMATION
VENUE
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley 430 Wine Country Dr, Lovedale NSW 2325
REGISTRATION
Please visit the ANZIIF website to register.
ACCOMMODATION
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
You can book discounted accommodation here. Hotel bookings are not included in the Reinsurance Rendezvous conference ticket price.
TRANSPORT
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is located a 2-hour drive from Sydney CBD, or a 1-hour drive from Newcastle.
Car Parking
Complimentary onsite, self-parking available.
Coach Transfer
The event managers will organise coach transport from the Sydney CBD If you would like to utilise this service, please indicate your preference when registering so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
14 October: Departs 10:30am, Sydney CBD - Corner Bathurst & George Street – Sydney to Rydges Resort
16 October: Depart: 2:30pm – Rydges Resort to Sydney CBD
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONFERENCE APP
Keep in the know at the conference – view program details and connect with attendees. Features include:
• A–Z attendee list
• Access the live conference program
• General event information
• Interactive features during the sessions including live Q&A and polling
• Presentations
• Receive important updates throughout the day
• Speaker profiles
• Sponsor profiles and contact information
To enable attendees to get the most out of their event experience, the Reinsurance Rendezvous app will be live from Monday 30th September 2024. A link to download the app will be emailed to attendees closer to the event.
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Every effort is made to ensure that people with special requirements are catered for. Should you require any specific assistance, please notify Event Management to enable us to make your visit pleasant and comfortable.
DRESS CODE
The dress code for the event and social functions is smart business casual.
EVENT MANAGEMENT
Mel Hansen, Event Manager, ANZIIF Email: mhansen@anziif.com
ANZIIF gratefully acknowledges the generous assistance and support of our 2022 Reinsurance Rendezvous content organising committee:
• Paul Lacey, Senior Underwriter, Hannover Re (Organising Committee Chair)
• Emma Clifton, Treaty Broker, Aon
• John Edmond, Chairman, Gilchrist Connell
• Natalie Ewart, Senior Account Executive, Gallagher Re
• Jaykishan Jeyendran, Vice President - Senior Client Underwriter Swiss Re
• Michelle Kälin, Senior Underwriter - ANZ, Gen Re
• Sophie Lancaster, Executive Director - Treaty, Steadfast Re
• Richard Pike, Executive Director, Howden Tiger
• Stephen Punch, Executive Manager Reinsurance Strategy and Placement, Suncorp
• Dan Robinson, Principal, Gilchrist Connell
• Simon Scicluna, Technical Specialist, ANZ Casualty & Specialty Reinsurance, IAG
• Tony Smith, (Retired) Formerly Executive Manager, Group Reinsurance, Suncorp
• Jamie Waghorn, Executive Manager Underwriting Cyclone, Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation (ARPC)
• Jade Wahlen, Vice President, Facultative, Australia, Guy Carpenter
• Stephen Voss, Senior Client Manager, Munich Re
The committee have developed an informative and engaging program that will feature a variety of relevant topics, keynote speakers and presentations.