http://www.uniglobalresearch.eu
Distribution Channel Strategy is one of the key trends that will shape and define the insurance industry in the coming years:
Offering integrated financial services is key to driving growth, especially in mature markets. But integration goes beyond cross-selling. Today, customers are looking for innovative solutions addressing their specific needs and being offered via the channel of their choice.

As consumers become savvier there will be a proliferation of direct channels. The phenomenal explosion of online communities is a reflection of how the digital era has become such an integral part of everyday life. Insurance companies need to position themselves accordingly. The efficiency of the operational platform including organisational structure, IT system and human resource policy increasingly determines the competitive position of insurance companies.
The future belongs to companies that see these trends and adapt rapidly to changing customer demands.

Nekazanka 11

Posted: March 20th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.c5-online.com/reinsclaims
C5 has specifically tailored Reinsurance Claims to provide you with the latest strategies for handling today?s complex reinsurance claims. An outstanding faculty of leaders from industry and the law has been assembled to give you a practical guide.

Albert House, 1-4 Singer Street, London EC2A 4BQ

Posted: March 19th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
Comments: none

http://www.availcorp.com/english/events_list.php?eventsid=128&backurl=index.php
As Insurance-Linked Securitization (ILS) moves towards Asian capital markets, insurance/reinsurance, financial services as well as institutional investors are beginning to realise the potential yield that ILS could hold for their businesses and are looking to gear up for the next phase of risk transfer in this region.

Are you and your organisation ready for ILS in Asia?

Attend ILS Asia and discover the fundamentals and different aspects of this alternative risk transfer and investment tool. Join top experts from Dewey & Leboeuf, Fitch Ratings, GC Securities, Swiss Re Capital Markets (Japan) Corporation, Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP and many others as they share their insights and valuable experience.

Be insured with the knowledge > > >

* UNCOVER the POTENTIAL for the development and growth for ILS in Asia
* LEARN how to turn risk to profit through grasping a sound knowledge of securitization structures
* IMPROVE your proficiency in the industry by taking an in-depth look at both the issuers as well as investors perspective into ILS deals
* CAPITALISE on key regulatory developments within the market and region to keep abreast of your competition

Insure your success at ILS Asia! Contact Colleen at +65 6324 9751 or email at cyong@availcorp.com NOW!

146 Robinson Road Unit #03-01 S068909

Posted: March 19th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.c5-online.com/directors
C5?s 11th Annual D&O Liability Insurance conference
5 & 6 March 2008, Russell Hotel, London
The sub-prime crisis, the continuing softening market, growing client interest in global policies and the ever-increasing number of claims, have given rise to new and unexpected challenges for the D&O industry. In this turbulent climate it is vital that you have a complete understanding not only of the opportunities for maximising profitability that exist, but also the latest regulations and claims, so that you can accurately assess your risks and control your exposures.
For further information, call +44 (0) 207 878 6888 or visit our website at www.C5-Online.com/directors

Albert House, 1-4 Singer Street, London EC2A 4BQ

Posted: March 15th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.informedia-india.com/client/index.aspx?sub=program&id=conference&ConfID=102
A Conference on Insurance Distribution Channels

Creating Successful Synergies

The Insurance industry in India has been progressing at a rapid pace since opening up of the industry in 2000. As per Assocham, India?s premier apex chamber of industries, the country?s domestic insurance market would touch around US$ 60.5 Billion by the year 2010 from existing size of about US$ 10.2 Billion. According to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (?IRDA?), new business premium income from April 2006 to February 2007 amounted to INR579.38 billion (US$13.18 billion), registering an impressive 120% growth over the same period last year.

The Insurance industry graph is definitely ascending. Distribution accounts for the largest element in insurer?s cost and affects profitability. The size of the country combined with problems of connectivity in the rural areas, makes insurance selling in India a difficult proposition. The distribution capabilities strongly influence product design in insurance. The distribution channels have a direct impact on the insurer?s market image.

Emergence of alternative channels such as Bancassurance and Internet is reshaping the insurance industry. India with a population of more than a billion people offers unlimited growth potential especially in the rural areas. How do the insurance companies reach them in the most profitable and cost effective way? What are the challenges and opportunities in dealing with multi distribution channel model?

This two day conference will focus on the main issues and challenges in managing different distribution channels to create a successful synergy leading to profit maximisation. The Conference will also provide a right platform for networking and syndication for appropriate channel partners.

The key areas this conference to cover would include:

? Alternative channels of distribution

? Building an integrated multi-channel distribution model

? Convergence of banking and insurance ? Bancassurance ?Is it the most successful channel?

? Digital transformation and emergence of ecommerce and ebanking and it?s effect on insurance distribution

? Difference between commercial banking and insurance culture

? Case studies of life and non life insurance distribution models

? Achieving the right concept of cooperation and integration between distribution channels

? Micro-insurance and rural market

? Distribution channel models for the future

Who Should Attend

Insurance Companies

Banks

Corporate Agents

Third Party Administrators

Reinsurers

Personal Finance Portals

Online Financial Transaction Services

Independent Financial Advisors

Insurance Brokers

Posted: March 13th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.informedia-india.com/client/index.aspx?sub=program&id=conference&ConfID=102
The Insurance industry in India has been progressing at a rapid pace since opening up of the industry in 2000. As per Assocham, India?s premier apex chamber of industries, the country?s domestic insurance market would touch around US$ 60.5 Billion by the year 2010 from existing size of about US$ 10.2 Billion. According to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (?IRDA?), new business premium income from April 2006 to February 2007 amounted to INR579.38 billion (US$13.18 billion), registering an impressive 120% growth over the same period last year.

The Insurance industry graph is definitely ascending. Distribution accounts for the largest element in insurer?s cost and affects profitability. The size of the country combined with problems of connectivity in the rural areas, makes insurance selling in India a difficult proposition. The distribution capabilities strongly influence product design in insurance. The distribution channels have a direct impact on the insurer?s market image.

Emergence of alternative channels such as Bancassurance and Internet is reshaping the insurance industry. India with a population of more than a billion people offers unlimited growth potential especially in the rural areas. How do the insurance companies reach them in the most profitable and cost effective way? What are the challenges and opportunities in dealing with multi distribution channel model?

This two day conference will focus on the main issues and challenges in managing different distribution channels to create a successful synergy leading to profit maximisation. The Conference will also provide a right platform for networking and syndication for appropriate channel partners.

The key areas this conference to cover would include:

? Alternative channels of distribution

? Building an integrated multi-channel distribution model

? Convergence of banking and insurance ? Bancassurance ?Is it the most successful channel?

? Digital transformation and emergence of ecommerce and ebanking and it?s effect on insurance distribution

? Difference between commercial banking and insurance culture

? Case studies of life and non life insurance distribution models

? Achieving the right concept of cooperation and integration between distribution channels

? Micro-insurance and rural market

? Distribution channel models for the future

Who Should Attend

Insurance Companies

Banks

Corporate Agents

Third Party Administrators

Reinsurers

Personal Finance Portals

Online Financial Transaction Services

Independent Financial Advisors

Insurance Brokers

For Delegate Registration
Pushpalata Ramteke
Tel: 91-22-66801100 Fax: 91-22-28509590
pushpalata.ramteke@informedia-india.com
E-mail marketing@informedia-india.com or call +91-022-66801142
ITC Hotel Grand Maratha Sheraton and Towers, Sahar, Andheri (E) Mumbai - 99

Posted: March 13th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.marketforce.eu.com/imf/
As a soft cycle gains momentum, insurers face a host of challenges. An increasingly globalised marketplace means companies must balance new opportunities for growth with keeping a keen eye on pricing discipline and operational efficiency. Capital management strategies are also under the spotlight, along with dealing with more complex customer needs and the potential impact of climate change.

Building on the considerable success of the market-leading The Future of General Insurance conferences, we are proud to present the Insurance Market Forum which will focus on the big issues affecting the development of the London market and the provision of wholesale insurance.

Posted: March 13th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.c5-online.com/nordicpe
This is where you need to be to maximize your knowledge of this promising market and ensure you are in the best position to capitalize on the regions favourable conditions. The Nordic and Baltic regions represent the fastest growing private equity market in Europe. Deal sizes are getting bigger.

Regulation is open and efficient. The opportunities for foreign potential buyers, investors and investment banks are huge. Visit our website: www.c5-online.com/NordicPE

Albert House 1-4, Singer Street, London EC2A 4BQ

Posted: March 9th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
Comments: none

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<font face=”Arial” size=”2″>This conference will provide you and your company
with the tax, legal and regulatory information on structuring,
implementing and operating your captive program. Both single parent and
group/association captive arrangements, whether onshore or offshore, will
be analyzed.  Various sessions will address the major tax and
non-tax advantages, including access to more efficient reinsurance
markets, enhanced control over cash flows and investments, as well as
promotion of a coordinated focus on proactive risk management and loss
control. The parameters of developing a well structured captive insurance
program to facilitate acceleration of premium tax deductibility from the
time claim payments are made to the time premium expenses are incurred
will be discussed. Further, benefits of partial sheltering of investment
income using insurance loss reserve deductions will be considered.
Finally, certain situations where the profits of the insurance vehicle can
be realized in a favorable tax jurisdiction, deferring recognition of
taxable income in a higher tax rate jurisdiction, will be explained.
ATLAS
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<p style=”text-indent: 0; margin-left: 3; margin-right: 0″> <span style=”font-weight: bold”><font face=”Arial” size=”2″>Lippa Insurance
Services, Inc. - Lucky Lippa has been an insurance broker since 1972. He
takes the initiative to develop, form and manage captive insurance companies
for his multi-state clients. Lucky is the first worldwide recipient of the
Associate in Captive Insurance professional designation. He also is the only
broker to hold 17 other designations including CPCU and ARM. He was named
the 2007 ?Broker of the Year? by the American Insurance Marketing & Sales
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Potential Tax Benefits of an Insurance Affiliate </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Review of Business Reasons for Utilizing an Insurance Affiliate</span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Onshore Captive Tax and Regulatory Considerations </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Offshore Captive Tax and Regulatory Considerations </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Finding Third Party Risk: Internal & External</span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Employee Benefits as Third Party Risk </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Repatriation of Captive Profits</span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Overview of Cell and Rent-a-Captives </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Current IRS Audit Experience and Discussion of Recent Rulings and Cases </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>State Taxation of Captives </span></font></li>
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style=”mso-bidi-font-weight: bold”>Case Study: Non-Tax Analysis of a Major Multinational’s Captive </span></font></li>
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1 Barker Avenue 2nd Floor

Posted: March 7th, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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http://www.sccia.org
Captive professionals are the core of the South Carolina domicile. Staying abreast of the latest risk management trends, regulatory issues, and knowing who??s who in the alternative risk transfer market are crucial if your captive oriented business is going to flourish.

Whether you intend to establish a new captive program, relocate an existing program, or just build relationships with those that do, this conference has bushels of opportunity to learn the right things and meet the right folks.

This bountiful opportunity includes:

?X Learning trends of the trade, personal experiences, and innovative ideas from seasoned professionals and industry experts

?X Discovering the benefits of captive business in a thriving domicile

?X Networking among the nation??s most talented and experienced captive colleagues

?X Gaining a better understanding of captive business, and how you can best serve this booming industry

?X Participating in hot topic discussion roundtables

?X Enveloping yourself in the charms and culture of the South??s most hospitable city

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

?X Entrepreneurs with risks to ensure
?X Decision makers looking for an alternative to the traditional insurance marketplace
?X Risk Managers and Association Executives
?X Marketing & Insurance Sales Representatives
?X Captive Mangers
?X Insurance/Reinsurance Executives and Brokers
?X Captive Industry Service Providers (accountants, lawyers, reinsurers, intermediaries, actuaries, etc) and Consultants
Host Hotel: Charleston Place Hotel

Special Seminars:

Pre-Conference Seminar: Captive Academy (A Captives 101 type course. Perfect refresher for the basics)

Special Pre-Conference Seminar: Securitization in South Carolina (An in depth look at Securitization)
P.O Box 1327

Posted: March 3rd, 2001 under Business: Insurance.
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