Professionalism
Damage management - Accreditation: A credit to the industry
The BDMA was established with the aim of raising professional standards in the damage management sector. Edward Murray reports on what it takes for firms to secure a collective corporate badge of approval.
Postbox: Is CII right to lead professionalism drive?
My colleagues and I have been discussing the Aldermanbury Declaration and the current media coverage that Post has been part of.
IIB unveils claims service
The Institute of Insurance Brokers has partnered with Claims Experts to launch a new claims advice service for its members.
Hanks confirmed as CII president
Chris Hanks has been formally elected president of the Chartered Insurance Institute at its annual general meeting held in London on 21 July 2010.
Insurance industry urged to take up the professionalism challenge
The insurance industry was challenged to embrace professionalism, and in particular to embrace the Aldermanbury Declaration at the British Insurance Awards 2010 last week.
Colin Naish takes up Cardiff presidency
Colin Naish of Cunningham Lindsey has taken up the role of president at the Insurance Institute of Cardiff.
Merlin revamps loss adjusting arm
Loss adjusting and claims management company Merlin Professional Claims Services has restructured its loss adjusting arm appointing Russell Crewe as its new divisional director.
British Insurance Awards 2010: Be the best that you can
Professionalism is the key to a successful industry, Ant Gould tells the great and good at the BIA.
Rehabilitation Awards 2010 – Welcome
Guests were welcomed to the Rehabilitation First Awards 2010 in the sumptuous surroundings of Merchant Taylors Hall by the chair of the judging panel, deputy editor of Post Lynn Rouse, who outlined why there should be a real sense of optimism and…
CII and Biba to highlight broker professionalism
The Chartered Insurance Institute and British Insurance Brokers' Association will join forces to demonstrate the "professionalism agenda" of broking to the coalition government.
Career path - SME underwriting - Beyond examinations
David Martin explains how the role of SME underwriters is evolving and why a far broader skill set is now essential if the much-talked about professionalism is to be fully embedded.
Online commercial opportunities: Better connectivity
The internet has been a feature of the personal lines market for a long time. Matthew Reed explores the reasons why commercial still lags behind.
Brokers unite in call for new code of conduct for covenant breaches
A British Insurance Brokers’ Association regional head has called for a new code of conduct to help reduce the legal bill and inconvenience faced by intermediaries defending themselves against former staff who break their restrictive covenants.
Spotlight on talent: The price of professionalism
Is the insurance industry talking the talk but not walking the walk when it comes to training staff? Veronica Cowan asks why investment in professionalism is still frequently questioned on cost.
View from the top: Positive and purposeful
It's always good to get an opportunity to see familiar and new faces, and the British Insurance Brokers' Association conference never lets you down. The number of brokers attending was again very strong and the networking opportunities were second to…
Comment - Professionalism: Do the right thing
Roger Flaxman argues passionately about the fundamentals of insurance and questions the apparent reluctance in some parts of the industry to not pay claims.
Allianz commercial boss attacks MGAs on trust
Allianz commercial general manager Chris Hanks has slammed managing general agents for failing to "inspire trust and confidence among customers".
Professionalism pros
I am delighted the theme of next week's British Insurance Brokers' Association conference is professionalism.
Biba 2010 countdown: Heartland of the business
As the final days of countdown to the 2010 Biba conference begin, participating claims and insurer professionals reveal the part they hope to play in proceedings.
The Aldermanbury Declaration - watch the debate
If you missed yesterday's live webinar debating the recently launched Aldermanbury Declaration it is now available for viewing on-demand.
Biba is always full of nuggets
The British Insurance Brokers' Association always throws up some surprises. Snooker legend Steve Davis speaks to Post about why he will be there promoting professionalism in the industry.
Insurancejobs.co.uk web seminar on staff retention - two o'clock today
Insurancejobs.co.uk is hosting a special, free to attend live and interactive web seminar today.
Reed: Job-seekers outpace employer demand
The number of job seekers climbed at a faster rate than new jobs in the market, research by employment agency Reed has revealed.
The Aldermanbury Declaration - is it the way forward?
Post, as part of its Investing in the Profession Campaign, is hosting this week a special, live, and interactive, online debate on the insurance industry's latest initiative to boost professionalism - The Aldermanbury Declaration.