ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 ICMIF’s Impact Strategy aims to influence industry best-practice initiatives and create business opportunities for ICMIF members in the areas of sustainability, disaster risk reduction and inclusive insurance. Through its strategic partnerships, ICMIF sets out to inspire...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 This session focuses on examples from ICMIF members that have forged partnerships to help them balance financial performance, quantifying risks and measure sustainability impact to more effectively drive long-term growth and resilience. The case studies look...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 The final session looks at how ICMIF can inspire and promote effective collaboration amongst its membership of purpose-led insurers and partners. It provides an opportunity for more ICMIF members to share their experiences and stories of...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 In today’s rapidly transforming and uncertain world, insurers are facing both challenges and unparalleled opportunities to redefine their value proposition and operational strategies. This session looks at the significant trends, such as the advent of artificial...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 This session explores examples from ICMIF members that have effectively embraced and modernised the mutual/cooperative difference across their organisations. The discourse includes how to operationalise a purpose-led strategy that enhances performance for the business while reinforcing...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 Sustainability has become one of the strategic imperatives for the entire insurance industry, influenced by growing market expectations, investor pressures and regulatory compliance. However, for many mutual/cooperative insurers, sustainability is more than adopting sustainable practices to...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 This session delves into the strategic approach and frameworks required for mutual/cooperative insurers to effectively adapt for the future. Featuring business transformation case studies from ICMIF members, the session will look at how organisations are integrating...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 Keynote presentations and discussion, highlighting the potential for mutual/cooperative insurers to lead, innovate and collaborate to create better-performing businesses for a resilient and purpose-led future. Session speakers: Shaun Tarbuck, Chief Executive, ICMIF Alexandra Stråberg, Chief Economist,...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 As purpose-driven, commercially-minded organisations, mutual/cooperative insurers must effectively balance a commitment to having a meaningful impact on people and society, with an imperative to maintain long-term financial stability. This CEO panel discussion explores how ICMIF members...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 Today’s dynamic working environment continues to be shaped by numerous disruptive and evolving trends, underscoring the importance for leaders to prioritise a people-focused strategy. This session examines initiatives by ICMIF members to cultivate resilient and future-ready...

ICMIF Biennial Conference 2024 This session explores how ICMIF members are transforming customer experience as part of their journeys to modernise and become more customer-centric. Looking at how companies are adapting to evolving customer needs and expectations, the session will...

Members who responded to ICMIF’s annual sustainability survey have reported that, collectively, over USD one trillion of their investments are aligned to sustainable investment frameworks, according to the 2024 ICMIF Members Sustainability Report. The report shows that ICMIF members are...

The Flood Insurance for Target Cities in Argentina (FITCA) project aims to mitigate flood impacts in Argentine cities through a public-private partnership that offers parametric insurance. This innovative insurance model provides rapid payouts based on predefined flood-related triggers, facilitating swift assistance to vulnerable populations....

In 2019, Wawanesa, one of the largest mutual insurers in Canada, embarked on a strategic journey to redefine and operationalise mutuality within its business, focusing on member-centricity, community impact, and sustainability. This process involved extensive research, global peer learning, and...

Beazley’s 2024 Risk & Resilience research reveals that while technology offers significant opportunities and benefits, it also presents new and heightened risks for business leaders, many of whom are unprepared for the current and future landscape. Executive Summary Our survey...

Bianca Tetteroo, CEO, Achmea (Netherlands) discusses how Achmea’s international presence strengthens its overall strategy and the organisation’s commitment to its core values while allowing the company to evolve with the changing insurance landscape. Tetteroo also reflects on her leadership journey...

The Commonwell (Canada), has successfully navigated the challenges of building a strong workplace culture while transitioning to a remote-first environment. This case study explores how The Commonwell has adapted its culture-building strategies to maintain engagement, trust, and collaboration among employees...

In March 2024, UK mutual insurer NFU Mutual was named one of only 60 companies across the globe to be recognised as a ‘Gallup Exceptional Workplace’ for the ninth year in a row. The award is only given to organisations...

Achmea has successfully scaled while maintaining its cooperative ethos, which underpins its strategic transformation. Founded in 1811 on shared responsibility principles, the company has evolved into a major insurer, balancing growth with purpose-driven action. Its strategy, “Sustainable living. Together,” emphasises...

At PPS (South Africa), HR plays a critical role in driving successful organisational change by fostering a culture of adaptability and resilience. By engaging employees early, ensuring alignment with company strategy, and creating an inclusive process, HR helps reduce resistance...

Sébastien Dupuis (Assumption Life) on 120 years of legacy, innovation, and people Sébastien Dupuis, President and CEO, Assumption Life (Canada) leads a company that has navigated over 120 years of history with a clear focus on innovation, cultural transformation, and...