Reports
We look forward to seeing you in Tokyo
Mr Kazumi Imao, Zenkyoren (Japan) talks about the 2011 ICMIF conference that will be held in Tokyo and hosted by Zenkyoren. (In Japanese).
Plenty of energy at this conference, says Kathy
This has been a conference with a wealth of highlights, according to ICMIF chair Kathy Bardswick.
One new idea can turn a company around, says Shaun
Shaun Tarbuck looks back on a successful conference with strong sessions and a commonality of purpose amongst the member delegates.
The sky will be the lower limit!
Incoming Development Chair Nelson Kuria looks forward to his term of office.
First class insurance products for Kenyan market
Nelson Kuria talks about how CIC are exceeding customer expectations.
Microinsurance falls into DNA of Cooperatives and Mutual
Nelson Kuria, CEO, CIC Kenya talks about why ICMIF members philosophies are the perfect vehicle for microinsurance products.
Staying engaged with members
Alan Oliver, Head of Media Relations and Member Engagement at the UK’s Nationwide building society, talks about their member engagement programme.
Building reputation, creating value
Session chair, Roger Belot (MAIF) reflects on the key issues from the “Building reputation, creating value” session.
Improving access to protection
Session chair, Alex Dimaculangan (CARD MBA) reflects on the key issues from the “Improving access to protection” session.
Returning sponsor’s new strategy
Returning sponsor at conference, Inter Mutuelles Assistance (IMA) has implemented a new strategy to address the provision of assistance services to the international mutual and cooperative insurance sector.
French mutuals create innovative alliance
The decision by three major French mutuals to come together in a formal alliance creates an intriguing alternative model to merger for mutuals seeking the benefits of size.
Mutuality in the macroeconomic and competitive contexts
Session chair Alfredo González Moledo (AACMS) recaps the key ideas from “Mutuality in the Macroeconomic and Competitive Contexts”.
A brand, new opportunity
John Balmforth (AMI, New Zealand) comments on the opportunities for cooperative and mutual insurers to use values-based branding.
Strengthening the mutual & cooperative concept for the future
Session chair Greg LeGuier (Capricorn Mutual) shares his perspectives and key highlights from “Strengthening the Mutual & Cooperative Concept for the Future”.
Understanding what our customers need
Lindsay Sinclair (NFU Mutual) talks about transparency in mutuals and how we can be relevant to young people.
Growth strategies for mutuals
Session chair Lindsay Sinclair (NFU Mutual) recaps the key ideas from Growth strategies for mutuals.
Unforgettable experience for tomorrow’s leader
Nektaria Bessa (Syneteristiki Insurance) has unforgettable experience as panel member in “Tomorrow’s leaders” session.
Sustainability for tomorrow’s business
High on the agenda of the first day of ICMIF conference was the theme of sustainability and after lunch the presentations looked at measures mutual and cooperative insurers can take.
A World of Change but also a World of Opportunity
The World of Change session this morning contained much food for thought, some frightening statistics, but also many reasons to be optimistic.
Collaborating on climate threat
Bob Burlton, Chair of Cooperative Financial Services (UK), told ICMIF conference of the need to put sustainability at the heart of business strategy.
Mutuals should promote themselves together
This could be the time for mutual and cooperative insurers to take the initiative
Sustainability a potential advantage for ICMIF members
93% of conference delegates feel that sustainability is an important issue for cooperative insurers, according to an interactive poll
Collaboration at conference key for Willis
Tony Phillips, Managing Director, Willis (USA) cites the ICMIF conference as an important vehicle for mutual and cooperative insurers to exchange ideas
Looking forward in a time of uncertainty
It was little surprise that ICMIF’s world conference in Toronto began this morning with a focus on the financial crisis.
Put the focus on values, says Ann
Rebuilding the world’s financial system means focusing in on values, Ann Pettifor of Advocacy International said today at ICMIF’s conference in Toronto.
Mutuals need to take the long view
The whole notion of mutuality is about making sure the business is well grounded and well founded, said Nigel Waite, of Financial Services Research Forum (UK).
Asian and Oceania insurers meet up
ICMIF’s Asia and Oceania Association (AOA) general meeting was held today, with more than forty people from nine countries present.
Neuroscience meets insurance with amazing results
AGILE has been put through its paces yesterday and today, in a special event for mutual and cooperative insurers linked to ICMIF’s conference.
More insurers join the ICMIF family
ICMIF’s incoming Chair, John Balmforth of New Zealand mutual insurer AMI, has welcomed the eight new member organisations who are joining the international federation.
Boost to mutuals
Mutual and cooperative insurers have increased their market share, ICMIF’s Board was told today.
