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SUMMARY:Tips & tricks for pricing\, remediation and portfolio health
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Collin Wang (Director) & Dr Jonathan Cohen (Principal) \nUnderwriting agencies operate in competitive markets where performance can shift quickly\, and pricing capability is a key driver of both resilience and growth. \nThis session takes a practical\, end-to-end view of key pricing concepts and their application within differing contexts. Recognising that MGAs vary widely in size\, classes of business and pricing maturity\, we focus on core principles that apply broadly\, alongside pragmatic pathways to uplift capability in line with each agency’s context. We’ll bring this to life through illustrative case studies and examples\, and share common pitfalls\, limitations\, and lessons learned from working with both MGAs and capacity providers. \nThrough the discussion\, we will cover an end-to-end view of pricing processes including data\, modelling\, rate setting\, go-to-market implementation (including rating engines)\, and ongoing monitoring and feedback loops\, all supported by fit-for-purpose governance. We’ll show how stronger pricing practices enable not only timely course correction\, but also more confident decision-making\, sharper competitive positioning\, and better-informed capacity conversations. \nBy the end of this session\, attendees will be able to: \n\nIdentify their current level of pricing maturity and prioritise practical areas for uplift\nUnderstand the end-to-end pricing pipeline and the role of governance throughout\nDetect and respond to performance changes using structured monitoring and feedback loops\nImprove rate-setting and implementation to ensure pricing intent is delivered in market\nUse pricing insights to support stronger underwriting decisions and capacity discussions\nRecognise common pitfalls across pricing\, implementation and monitoring\, and how to avoid them\n\nRegistrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/0d83f26a-b9a9-4afb-866e-435879bbacfb@6d96f8f2-00e8-4ea1-9ba7-fd86f83ec1b3
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/10924/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260515T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260408T225802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T233335Z
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SUMMARY:2026 State of Play in Accident & Health - 3 Part Virtual Event Series
DESCRIPTION:A 3-part virtual event series with AHI underwriting\, product\, claims and AHI Assist experts. \nAccident & Health can appear straightforward at placement – but it’s often one of the hardest covers to unwind when something goes wrong. Join our national underwriting\, product\, claims and AHI Assist expert panel as we examine the key themes shaping A&H programs\, pricing and broker decision-making in 2026. \nAbout the series\nAcross three focused sessions\, we’ll examine: \nPart 1: What drives different terms for similar clients | 1 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nHow workforce behaviour\, policy intent\, geography and operating context influence underwriting outcomes. \nPart 2: What shapes A&H risk thinking today | 15 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nHow underwriting\, product\, claims and assistance perspectives shape how A&H risks are considered in today’s environment. \nPart 3: Understanding A&H pricing and placing risks with more confidence | 29 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nWhat factors influence pricing\, and how brokers can place A&H risks they can stand behind. \nQ&A: In each session\, local underwriters ask the panel key questions and share real scenarios from working with our broker partners. \nDuring the screening\, members of our underwriting team will be available live via the chat panel to answer any questions you may have in real time. \nWhat you’ll gain \n\nPractical insights into A&H risk drivers in Australia\nAn understanding of how claims experience informs underwriting decisions\nGreater clarity on why terms and pricing vary\nA more structured approach to placing A&H risks\nAttend all three sessions and earn 3 CPD points.\n\nHow it works \n\nRegister once for access to all three sessions\, or select the individual sessions you’d like to attend\nAttend live or watch on-demand at your convenience\n1 CPD point awarded per completed session\n\nWho should attend  \n\nA&H risk drivers\nClaims-informed underwriting\nRegional nuance in A&H placement\nA&H pricing – from portfolio to individual accounts\nIntegrated support models\n\nRegistrations: https://www.ahiinsurance.com.au/broker-resources/virtual-event-series-2026-state-of-play-in-accident-and-health?utm_source=uac&utm_medium=third-party-newsletter&utm_campaign=ve-2026-state-of-play&utm_content=register
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/2026-state-of-play-in-accident-health-3-part-virtual-event-series/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260518T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260311T235559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T024527Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Industry Risks in Construction & Engineering and how to manage them
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Angela Winkler (Partner) & Justin Khouri (Special Counsel\, Property & Construction) \nWe will focus on the emerging insurance and legal risks in 2026 across a key industry sector for underwriting agencies – Construction & Infrastructure across Australia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearning about the emerging insurance legal risks in the Construction & Infrastructure sector across Australia\nHow to effectively manage underwriting the risk & the claims response.\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/emerging-industry-risks-in-construction-engineering-and-how-to-manage-them/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260326T215054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T215054Z
UID:10000159-1779451200-1779454800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:CPS230 - final readiness checklist for agencies
DESCRIPTION:Agenda: \n\nBrief recap of CPS 230 regulation\nApplicability criteria\nPractical steps how an agency and service provider needs to prepare\nManaging CPS 230 obligations in practice\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand regulatory requirements and applicability of CPS 230\nGet practical tools on what needs to be set in place to comply with CPS 230 as an agency and a service provider (not APRA-regulated entity)\nUnderstand what oversight related to CPS 230 means\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/cps230-final-readiness-checklist-for-agencies/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260413T045821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T045821Z
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SUMMARY:UAC EAP: Manager Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kim Connor (National Head of Psychological Services) – Procare Injury Management \nThis fast and focused 30‑minute session gives managers a clear understanding of how to use the UAC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Manager Assist to support team wellbeing and confidently navigate people‑related challenges. \nIn this short briefing\, leaders will learn: \n\nHow to recognise early signs of mental health changes\nWhat the UAC EAP offers and how employees can access it\nHow Manager Assist provides confidential coaching for leaders\nHow to talk about the EAP and reassure staff about confidentiality\nThe brief session is designed to be clear\, actionable\, and leadership‑oriented—giving managers the tools\, language\, and confidence to support their people while protecting their own wellbeing and make the most of the support available to them.\n\nRegistrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3580b5bd-7460-4eb9-8445-526e63563ce7@6d96f8f2-00e8-4ea1-9ba7-fd86f83ec1b3
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/uac-eap-manager-essentials/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260311T022416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T022416Z
UID:10000152-1779883200-1779886800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Funding the Future: How Technology\, Trends and Insights Are Shaping Our Industry
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Claire Watson (Product Manager)\, Wai-Lum Tang (Head of Information Technology) & Cemal Akgul (Head of Risk & Collections). \nThis webinar\, hosted by IQumulate Premium Funding\, will provide an overview of the advantages of premium funding and offer an in-depth examination of its underlying mechanics. The session will include data-driven insights into the current business environment and analyse factors influencing business performance and borrower decision making\, and their implications for premium funding. Additionally\, we will discuss the evolving landscape of insurance distribution and technology\, highlighting their roles in shaping the industry. \nLearning Objectives: \n• What is Premium Funding\n• Benefits of Premium Funding\n• Who and what can fund\n• Understand the business environment and its impact on client behaviour\n• Understand trends and how these are impacting decision making by borrowers and brokers\n• Examine the current and upcoming changes in insurance distribution and understand how premium funding can support changes in consumer purchasing trends.\n• Examine the use of technology in funding and funding businesses and how it can drive efficiencies in your own brokerage. \nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/funding-the-future-how-technology-trends-and-insights-are-shaping-our-industry/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260311T234504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T234901Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing the Preventable: Inside Industry Risks
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Damien Cullen (Head of Strategic Partnerships) & John Schroder (Head of Underwriting\, Product & Pricing) \nBuilding on “Beyond the ANZSIC Code\,” this session explores the real operational risks across hospitality\, manufacturing\, and retail. Every industry faces unique challenges\, and understanding them at a practical\, operational level helps brokers anticipate issues before they escalate. \nThis session takes the next step beyond classification to uncover how factors like safety and compliance in hospitality\, process and equipment risks in manufacturing\, and workforce or supply chain exposures in retail shape a client’s true risk profile. The webinar highlights how proactive engagement and tools like SafetyCulture can help brokers partner more effectively with clients\, reduce claim frequency\, and strengthen insurer confidence. \nDesigned for brokers who want to deliver tailored\, industry-specific value\, this session continues the “Preventing the Preventable” series — and can be adapted to focus on a single industry or provide a comparative overview across all three. \nLearning Objectives: \n1.) Understand the unique operational risk profiles of key industries\nIdentify common and emerging risks in hospitality\, manufacturing\, and retail\, and how they differ beyond surface-level classifications.\n2.) Translate industry-specific insights into actionable risk strategies\nUse operational understanding to develop more accurate and proactive client risk profiles.\n3.) Leverage digital tools to capture and monitor risk indicators\nApply tools like SafetyCulture to identify\, document\, and manage high-frequency operational risks.\n4.) Strengthen client relationships through industry expertise\nBuild credibility and trust by providing tailored\, industry-relevant advice that adds value beyond policy placement.\n5.) Promote proactive risk management and prevention\nEncourage early intervention and preventive practices that reduce losses and improve insurance outcomes. \nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams \n 
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/preventing-the-preventable-inside-industry-risks/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260408T225802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T233335Z
UID:10000162-1780059600-1780063200@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 State of Play in Accident & Health - 3 Part Virtual Event Series
DESCRIPTION:A 3-part virtual event series with AHI underwriting\, product\, claims and AHI Assist experts. \nAccident & Health can appear straightforward at placement – but it’s often one of the hardest covers to unwind when something goes wrong. Join our national underwriting\, product\, claims and AHI Assist expert panel as we examine the key themes shaping A&H programs\, pricing and broker decision-making in 2026. \nAbout the series\nAcross three focused sessions\, we’ll examine: \nPart 1: What drives different terms for similar clients | 1 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nHow workforce behaviour\, policy intent\, geography and operating context influence underwriting outcomes. \nPart 2: What shapes A&H risk thinking today | 15 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nHow underwriting\, product\, claims and assistance perspectives shape how A&H risks are considered in today’s environment. \nPart 3: Understanding A&H pricing and placing risks with more confidence | 29 May 2026\, 1pm AEST\nWhat factors influence pricing\, and how brokers can place A&H risks they can stand behind. \nQ&A: In each session\, local underwriters ask the panel key questions and share real scenarios from working with our broker partners. \nDuring the screening\, members of our underwriting team will be available live via the chat panel to answer any questions you may have in real time. \nWhat you’ll gain \n\nPractical insights into A&H risk drivers in Australia\nAn understanding of how claims experience informs underwriting decisions\nGreater clarity on why terms and pricing vary\nA more structured approach to placing A&H risks\nAttend all three sessions and earn 3 CPD points.\n\nHow it works \n\nRegister once for access to all three sessions\, or select the individual sessions you’d like to attend\nAttend live or watch on-demand at your convenience\n1 CPD point awarded per completed session\n\nWho should attend  \n\nA&H risk drivers\nClaims-informed underwriting\nRegional nuance in A&H placement\nA&H pricing – from portfolio to individual accounts\nIntegrated support models\n\nRegistrations: https://www.ahiinsurance.com.au/broker-resources/virtual-event-series-2026-state-of-play-in-accident-and-health?utm_source=uac&utm_medium=third-party-newsletter&utm_campaign=ve-2026-state-of-play&utm_content=register
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/2026-state-of-play-in-accident-health-3-part-virtual-event-series/2026-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260706T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260609T020148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T020148Z
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SUMMARY:Insight to Action: Using Complaints to Improve Products and Claims Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Peter Plustwik\, General Manager – Lloyd’s Australia & Natalie Whitbread\, Customer Oversight Manager\, Lloyd’s ANZ \nPresentation Summary \nThis presentation will provide an overview of Lloyd’s complaints process and our oversight role\, highlighting how complaints can provide valuable insights into products\, wordings\, and processes. It will also explore key thematic issues observed and how these trends can be leveraged constructively to drive improvement. \nLearning Objective \nUnderstand the Lloyd’s complaints process and how complaints data can be leveraged as a valuable source of insight into product design\, policy wordings\, and operational processes to enhance customer outcomes\, strengthen controls\, and support continuous improvement. \nRegistrations: Insight to Action: Using Complaints to Improve Products and Claims Outcomes \n 
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/insight-to-action-using-complaints-to-improve-products-and-claims-outcomes/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260707T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260609T014845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T014845Z
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SUMMARY:AI Fundamentals: From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \n\nDaniel Fogarty\, CEO & Founder – Evari\nRobert Jeffery\, COO Evari & CEO QuivaWorks\,\nBrack Norris\, CPO Evari & CPO QuivaWorks\nGarth Lewis\, Head of Growth – Evari\n\nPresentation Summary \nWhat is AI? \nUnderstanding LLMs: How they’re built\, trained\, and why they work \nThe magic myth: Why they look intelligent but are really text predictors \nTokens & prompting: What they are\, why they matter\, and how to use them effectively \nModels & providers: The key differences and how to choose \nMemory & retrieval: How context and knowledge bases actually work \nData security: What happens with your data and why it matters \nAssistants & automation: What they are and why they’re different \n⚡ AI vs Traditional Automation \nWhy AI fundamentally changes how you think about automation \nHuman-in-the-loop vs straight-through processing \nReal use cases you can apply immediately \n🚀 Building with QuivaWorks \nLive demo: Create an AI assistant with behaviour\, knowledge & integrations \nReal example: A quote bot that hits your pricing engine and returns instant quotes \nWorkflow automation: Email trigger → Document processing → Quote generation \nLearning Objectives: \n\nA clear understanding of how AI works\nReal-world examples for your insurance business\nConfidence to evaluate AI tools\nPractical next steps for your team\n\nRegistrations: AI Fundamentals: From Theory to Practice
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/ai-fundamentals-from-theory-to-practice/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T032100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T022816Z
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SUMMARY:ATL appetite and motor agencies update
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Nick Evans – General Manager Distribution \nPresentation Summary\nThis session will focus on ATL’s core underwriting appetite but also the changes to the business and the other motor underwriting agencies that will form part of the wider business. \nLearning Objectives \n\nATL Insurance Group company updates\nInsurance products offered\nATL offers small fleet transport operators package via Sunrise\nInsuret offers cover for Rental Fleets of all sizes\nLarge Heavy Motor Fleets\nAppetite and Coverage\nBeating the referral fatigue – market leading referral response times\n\nRegistrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5f7304e1-9c64-4546-82ad-dcfaefacf4b6@6d96f8f2-00e8-4ea1-9ba7-fd86f83ec1b3
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/atl-appetite-and-motor-agencies-update/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260709T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260609T235826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T235826Z
UID:10000180-1783598400-1783602000@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:AI in Underwriting: From Automation to Intelligent Agents
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Matt Neklapil\, Chief Technology Officer & Tomas Haulis\, Sales Director – Gratex \nThis session explores the practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AI agents within underwriting agencies. It will focus on how AI can enhance core underwriting operations\, including submission intake\, data extraction\, risk assessment\, and policy processing. The presentation will highlight real-world use cases across underwriting\, finance\, and claims\, demonstrating how agencies can reduce manual effort\, improve turnaround times\, and scale operations more efficiently. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDevelop an understanding of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can enhance underwriting productivity by automating data capture\, risk assessment and policy processing activities\nIdentify opportunities to reduce manual effort across underwriting operations\nAssess the role of AI in driving operational excellence within underwriting agencies\, including improved turnaround times\, cost efficiency\, and scalability of operations.\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams \n 
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/ai-in-underwriting-from-automation-to-intelligent-agents/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260710T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T040221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T001415Z
UID:10000169-1783684800-1783688400@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:The Impact of Unfair Contract Terms legislation on Insurance Policies and Construction Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Luke Preson (Partner)\, Carter Newell \nPresentation Summary \nIn 2023\, the scope of the Unfair Contract Terms regime under the Australian Consumer Law was significantly expanded and\, at the same time\, extended to financial products including policies of insurance. With the 2025 Full Federal Court appeal judgment in ASIC v Auto & General Insurance Company Limited\, the impact on insurers and brokers is becoming clearer. \nLearning Objectives\n \n\nUnderstand the expanded legislative framework\nAnalyse the implications for insurance policies\nAssess the application to construction contracts\nEvaluate compliance\, risk and mitigation strategies\nReflect on commercial and regulatory impacts\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/the-impact-of-unfair-contract-terms-legislation-on-insurance-policies-and-construction-contracts/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260715T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T034134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T034134Z
UID:10000168-1784116800-1784120400@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding Trade Credit Insurance\, Why it's necessary and Capital TCS Referral program
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Jordan Penny (National Sales Manager) & Jamie Draper (Director) \nLearning Objectives \n\nBuild a deeper understanding of Trade Credit Insurance\nLearn how you can protect your customers credit risk\nUnderstand limitations of Trade Credit Insurance\nSee how Trade Credit Insurance can support business growth\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/understanding-trade-credit-insurance-why-its-necessary-and-capital-tcs-referral-program/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T044917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T000324Z
UID:10000171-1784203200-1784206800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:M&A for MGAs: Opportunities and Risks in MGA Business Sales
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Matt Ellis (Partner)\, Brad Vinning (Partner) – Sparke Helmore Lawyers & John Phillipsz – Managing Director and Head of Howden RE Australia \nPresentation Summary: \nM&A activity in the insurance intermediary market continues to accelerate\, driven by strong investor appetite and the growing maturity of the Managing General Agent (MGA) model. With niche product lines\, specialist underwriting expertise\, and scalable distribution channels\, MGAs are increasingly viewed as attractive acquisition targets for both strategic and financial investors. \nIn this session\, Brad Vinning and Matt Ellis\, Partners at Sparke Helmore Lawyers\, will be joined by John Phillipsz\, Managing Director and Head of Howden RE Australia\, to explore: \n• The current state of the MGA market and key trends shaping M&A activity\n• The commercial and legal drivers of investment and consolidation\n• Common risks and due diligence challenges in MGA transactions\n• Practical insights from recent deals and lessons for sellers and acquirers \nThis session will be particularly relevant for MGA owners\, investors\, and insurance professionals seeking to understand market dynamics and prepare for future opportunities in business sales and acquisitions. \nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/ma-for-mgas-opportunities-and-risks-in-mga-business-sales/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260720T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260616T022552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T022552Z
UID:10000182-1784548800-1784552400@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Active Assailant Risk: Business Exposure\, Crisis Response and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Alistair Sandilands (Director and Principal Underwriter at Collaboration Underwriting) & Richard Hancock (Regional Director APAC at Crisis24) \nActive assailant risk is not limited to the incidents that make headlines around the world. \nSome incidents arise from workplace grievances\, disgruntled employees or former employees\, domestic or family violence entering the workplace\, personal disputes\, fixation\, mental distress\, or other non-terrorism motivations. These are the events businesses may not hear much about\, but which can still cause serious disruption\, trauma and loss. \nThen there are the major public incidents — Bondi Junction\, the Sydney Lindt Café siege\, Bourke Street Mall and Easts Leagues Club — that many insureds look at and say\, “that would never happen here”. \nThe business exposure can be immediate and severe. Premises may be locked down or inaccessible\, trade may stop without warning\, staff and customers may need trauma support\, and businesses may face crisis communications\, security\, relocation and recovery costs. \nThese consequences can arise even where the insured was not directly targeted and has suffered little or no physical damage. \nWhile some violent incidents may be declared terrorism events for insurance purposes\, many active assailant events are not deemed terrorism. This session will focus on the practical business exposures that can follow a violent incident\, the crisis response and recovery support that may be required\, and why specialist Active Assailant cover deserves greater attention from brokers and insureds. \nThe session will be led primarily by Crisis24\, with Collaboration Underwriting aka “CoLab” providing the insurance market context and broker placement perspective. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand that active assailant risk is not limited to terrorism or high-profile public attacks.\nIdentify how active assailant incidents can arise from a range of motivations\, including workplace grievances\, domestic or family violence entering the workplace\, personal disputes\, fixation\, mental distress or other non-terrorism causes.\nRecognise the business exposures that may follow an active assailant incident\, including denial of access\, loss of trade\, trauma support\, crisis communications\, security\, relocation and recovery costs.\nUnderstand that business loss can occur even where the insured was not directly targeted and has suffered little or no physical damage.\nUnderstand the role of specialist crisis response support in the immediate aftermath of an incident and during the recovery phase.\nIdentify the types of insureds and business sectors where Active Assailant cover may warrant specific discussion.\nExplain to clients why standard insurance programmes may not always provide a complete response to the practical consequences of an active assailant event.\n\nRegistrations: Active Assailant Risk: Business Exposure\, Crisis Response and Recovery
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/active-assailant-risk-business-exposure-crisis-response-and-recovery/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260723T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T033052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T051734Z
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SUMMARY:Worker to Worker Claims: Navigating Labour Hire Risks and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Jacob Luca – Principal\, Barry Nilsson \nPresentation Summary\nWorker to worker claims remain one of the most challenging areas within labour hire\, marked by complex contractual arrangements\, shifting liability\, and rising claim costs. A single misstep can result in significant exposure and financial impact. \nThis session will unpack the key legal principles underpinning worker to worker claims\, explore recent case law trends\, and examine how contractual structures and indemnities influence liability outcomes. Our lawyers will share practical insights\, real-world examples\, and emerging trends to help attendees better understand coverage issues\, identify risk factors\, and manage claims with greater confidence. \nWhether you’re involved in placing cover\, assessing exposure\, or managing claims\, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the nuances of labour hire arrangements and mitigate risk in this high-stakes area. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nSpot coverage issues and risk factors early\nNavigate liability with confidence\nApply proven strategies to manage claims effectively\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams \n  \n 
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/worker-to-worker-claims-navigating-labour-hire-risks-and-responsibilities/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260727T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260609T015237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T015237Z
UID:10000178-1785168000-1785171600@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:AI Fundamentals: From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \n\nDaniel Fogarty\, CEO & Founder – Evari\nRobert Jeffery\, COO Evari & CEO QuivaWorks\,\nBrack Norris\, CPO Evari & CPO QuivaWorks\nGarth Lewis\, Head of Growth – Evari\n\nPresentation Summary \nWhat is AI? \nUnderstanding LLMs: How they’re built\, trained\, and why they work \nThe magic myth: Why they look intelligent but are really text predictors \nTokens & prompting: What they are\, why they matter\, and how to use them effectively \nModels & providers: The key differences and how to choose \nMemory & retrieval: How context and knowledge bases actually work \nData security: What happens with your data and why it matters \nAssistants & automation: What they are and why they’re different \n⚡ AI vs Traditional Automation \nWhy AI fundamentally changes how you think about automation \nHuman-in-the-loop vs straight-through processing \nReal use cases you can apply immediately \n🚀 Building with QuivaWorks \nLive demo: Create an AI assistant with behaviour\, knowledge & integrations \nReal example: A quote bot that hits your pricing engine and returns instant quotes \nWorkflow automation: Email trigger → Document processing → Quote generation \nLearning Objectives: \n\nA clear understanding of how AI works\nReal-world examples for your insurance business\nConfidence to evaluate AI tools\nPractical next steps for your team\n\nRegistrations: AI Fundamentals: From Theory to Practice
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/ai-fundamentals-from-theory-to-practice-2/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T050040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T050121Z
UID:10000172-1785240000-1785243600@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Operationalising Lloyd’s Reforms & Driving Insurer Performance
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Sean Hayes (Head of Tetra Claims) & Dan Evans (Insurance Lawyer) – Law Squared \nPresentation Summary \nIn 2024\, Lloyd’s elevated Claims Management to its fifth Operating Pillar\, signalling a fundamental shift in how claims performance\, governance\, and strategic alignment are assessed across the market. These revisions underscore a fundamental shift\, positioning claims as a core driver of market performance\, strategic decision making and customer experience. \nIn this 60-minute session\, Head of Tetra Claims – Sean Hayes and Law Squared Insurance Lawyer – Dan Evans\, will unpack the evolution of Lloyd’s Claims Management Principle and explore what this means for underwriters\, brokers\, and delegated claims managers. We’ll examine how this change is reshaping accountability\, transparency\, and technology adoption across the value chain\, and discuss practical steps to strengthen claims oversight\, collaboration and data quality. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand Lloyd’s 2024 reforms and the new expectations for claims performance.\nExplore the strategic relationship between claims and underwriting outcomes.\nLearn how technology and data are driving better reserving\, reporting\, and customer experiences.\nIdentify opportunities for brokers and underwriters to collaborate more effectively across the claims lifecycle.
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/operationalising-lloyds-reforms-driving-insurer-performance/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260729T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260611T000933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T001035Z
UID:10000181-1785326400-1785330000@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Uncovering the truth about replacement vehicle providers - unlocking value for broker clients and securing savings for underwriting agencies with the right partner
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \n\nSam Ghassani – CEO at I’m in the Right\nAdam Coorey – Lawyer Director at Spectre Law\nJean-Pierre de Pradines – Claims Manager – National Transport at Gallagher\n\nJoin Hannah and Sam to hear how Australia’s fastest growing replacement vehicle provider I’m in the Right (IITR) is partnering with market leading brokers to elevate their client experience every day. \nBrokers – Learn how the right partnership can elevate your business and unlock hidden value for your clients with no out of pocket costs. \nUnderwriting Agencies – Discover how partnering with IITR to assist you with your not-at-fault insured drivers and support on other replacement vehicle matters can secure significant savings for you. \nUncover the myths and misconceptions about replacement vehicle providers and find out what the right partnership can do for you. \nRegistrations: Uncovering the truth about replacement vehicle providers – unlocking value for broker clients and securing savings for underwriting agencies with the right partner  
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/uncovering-the-truth-about-replacement-vehicle-providers-unlocking-value-for-broker-clients-and-securing-savings-for-underwriting-agencies-with-the-right-partner/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260730T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260520T041356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T050412Z
UID:10000170-1785427200-1785430800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:From Spill to Thrill: Unearthing Liability in Environmental Claims
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Neil Woodbridge (Principal Environmental Consultant and Adjuster) & Martin Stebbings (National Executive Adjuster – Liability) – Charles Taylor Adjusting \nPresentation Summary: \n“From Spill to Thrill: Unearthing Liability in Environmental Claims” explores the journey of environmental liability claims from the initial incident to resolution. It covers key phases\, including identifying potential liabilities\, assessing damage\, and navigating legal frameworks. \nThe session also touches on emerging trends in environmental legislation and insurance practices\, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in minimising risk. \nLearning Objectives\nAttendees will gain insights into the roles of various stakeholders\, risk management strategies\, and real-life case studies that illustrate common challenges and successful outcomes. \nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/from-spill-to-thrill-unearthing-liability-in-environmental-claims/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260810T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260616T024658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T024840Z
UID:10000183-1786363200-1786366800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Machinery Hire Insurance – Getting It Right: Cover\, Contracts & Claims
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \n\nDaniel Joiner – General Manager – WA\nAmelia Stone – Operations Manager – East\nAndreanna Murphy – BDM\n\nThis UAA webinar is designed to address common broker knowledge gaps in Blanket Hired in Plant (HIP) insurance. The session will cover: \nOverview of Blanket Hired in Plant cover and how it is structured\nKey rating considerations and underwriting approach\nCommon pitfalls within hire agreements\, including “new for old” exposures \nLearning Objectives \n• Understand the fundamentals of Blanket Hired in Plant cover and rating considerations\n• Identify and manage key risks arising from hire agreement terms and conditions\n• Recognise common placement pitfalls\, including “new for old” exposures\n• Determine when standalone HIP cover is appropriate\n• Use real claims examples to strengthen advice and placement decisions \nRegistrations: Machinery Hire Insurance – Getting It Right: Cover\, Contracts & Claims
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/machinery-hire-insurance-getting-it-right-cover-contracts-claims/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260817T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260521T040920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T040920Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Basics
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Tim Weber (Project Manager) – OptiRestore \nLearning Objective\nGetting your head around restoration approaches\, methods\, terminology & grow your learning in dealing with this type of supplier when managing property damage claims & events. \nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/restoration-basics/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260521T033249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T033249Z
UID:10000174-1787227200-1787230800@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:HAYLO People Talent Insights & Salary Survey 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Andrew Smith (Director & Co-Owner) – HAYLO People \nPresentation Summary\nJoin HAYLO People as we unveil the findings of our 2026 General Insurance Talent Insights & Salary Survey. This exclusive session explores the forces shaping Australia’s Insurance workforce\, from evolving salary benchmarks and benefit trends to the transformative impacts of AI and automation. \nAttendees will gain practical\, data-driven insights to guide workforce planning\, enhance retention\, and position their business as an employer of choice in a fast-changing market. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand: The latest salary benchmarks\, benefits\, and candidate motivators shaping the 2026 Insurance employment landscape.\nAnalyse: The impact of the ever-changing demands across the General Insurance industry and the impact these on roles\, required skills\, and attraction strategies.\nApply: Workforce data to strengthen planning\, retention\, and recruitment decisions.\nEnhance: Strengthen your organisation’s position as an employer of choice through informed\, competitive employment strategies.\n\nRegistrations: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/haylo-people-talent-insights-salary-survey-2026/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260824T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260521T032204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T032204Z
UID:10000173-1787572800-1787576400@uac.org.au
SUMMARY:Before\, During\, and After the Loss: A Collaborative Approach to Prevention and Response
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Owen Boak (Senior Assessment Consultant) & Christine Boak (Senior Assesment Consultant) – Elements Group \nPresentation Summary\nFrom Assessment to Resolution: How the Right Actions at the Right Time Reduce Claim Costs and outcomes \nLearning Objectives \n\nPre loss risk assessments and the use of digital twins\nThe importance of prompt action following a loss\nPre loss planning / mitigation to prevent or limit loss\nThe ability of claims responders to limit loss following a claimed event and obstacles to this process\nCollaborative approaches how does this look in the real world.\nCase studies relating to losses\n\nRegistrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2e6d56d7-1d38-47e2-a137-af6c52779557@6d96f8f2-00e8-4ea1-9ba7-fd86f83ec1b3
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/before-during-and-after-the-loss-a-collaborative-approach-to-prevention-and-response/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260828T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T050157
CREATED:20260521T035857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T040554Z
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SUMMARY:Insurance Contracts Act Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Michael Polorotoff (Partner) – Moray & Agnew Lawyers \nPresentation Summary\nAn introduction to fundamental provisions on the Insurance Contracts Act \nRegistrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c4ecda39-13bd-4289-a33a-973ffabce432@6d96f8f2-00e8-4ea1-9ba7-fd86f83ec1b3
URL:https://uac.org.au/event/an-introduction-to-fundamental-provisions-on-the-insurance-contracts-act/
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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