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University of Cincinnati and University of International Business and Economics Attain Prestigious Global Centers of Insurance Excellence Designation for 2023

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner III Center for Insurance and Risk Management and the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) as 2023 inductees for the Global Centers of Insurance Excellence (GCIE).

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  • The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner III Center for Insurance and Risk Management and the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) as 2023 inductees for the Global Centers of Insurance Excellence (GCIE).
  • The IIS recognized the institutions at an awards ceremony held during the Global Insurance Forum on Nov. 6 at the Hilton Singapore Orchard.
  • With the addition of the University of Cincinnati and UIBE, there are now 35 GCIE designees representing 11 countries.
  • To foster collaboration and strengthen ties within the industry, all GCIE designees receive a one-year complimentary membership to the International Insurance Society (IIS).

AIA, PAK Programs and Swiss Re Recognized for Excellence in Insurance Innovation

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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The awards recognize companies that have shown exceptional achievement in driving innovation and fostering sustainability within the insurance and risk management industry.

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  • The awards recognize companies that have shown exceptional achievement in driving innovation and fostering sustainability within the insurance and risk management industry.
  • Property/Casualty Innovator of the Year: PAK Programs
    The Property/Casualty Innovator of the Year award goes to PAK Programs for their submission "Addressing CAT Risks with Drones and 360-Degree Cameras."
  • PAK Programs has developed an innovative approach to tackling wildfire losses in the winery business.
  • Visit the recognition page to learn more about individuals and companies who have made outstanding contributions to the insurance industry.

AM Best to Participate in Regulatory Discussion at International Insurance Society’s Global Insurance Forum

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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Rob Curtis, managing director and chief executive officer of AM Best’s Singapore operations, will participate in a one-on-one discussion on the subject of insurance regulation during the 2023 International Insurance Society’s (IIS) Global Insurance Forum, which will be held 5-7 November 2023 at Hilton Singapore Orchard in Singapore.

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  • Rob Curtis, managing director and chief executive officer of AM Best’s Singapore operations, will participate in a one-on-one discussion on the subject of insurance regulation during the 2023 International Insurance Society’s (IIS) Global Insurance Forum, which will be held 5-7 November 2023 at Hilton Singapore Orchard in Singapore.
  • The event is being presented by the IIS and the Pacific Insurance Conference.
  • The Global Insurance Forum is marking its return as an in-person event for the first time since 2019.
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

C-Suite Leaders Spearhead Global Insurance Forum’s Post-Pandemic Return to Singapore

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The International Insurance Society (IIS) and Pacific Insurance Conference (PIC) are set to host the 56th Global Insurance Forum in person for the first time since 2019.

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  • The International Insurance Society (IIS) and Pacific Insurance Conference (PIC) are set to host the 56th Global Insurance Forum in person for the first time since 2019.
  • This prestigious event will take place at the Hilton Singapore Orchard on Nov. 5-7, 2023.
  • Lawrence Wong, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister (DPM), Minister for Finance and Chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, will deliver the keynote address.
  • The Global Insurance Forum is open to all and features insights from over 50 executives and thought leaders on the theme of “Accelerating Value of Insurance.” The agenda will explore topics including “Insurers’ Strategies to Enhance Sustainability,” “Improving Health Outcomes with Digital Connectivity,” “Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Insurance,” and “Unlocking the Promise of Asia.” The program features experts from all sectors of the insurance industry and includes the following luminaries:
    Stephen Barnham, Global Chief Digital and Information Officer, Dai-ichi Life

International Insurance Society Appoints 12 Industry Luminaries to Executive Council

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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Andreas Berger, chairman of the International Insurance Society’s Executive Council , has announced the appointment of 12 leading insurance executives to the IIS Executive Council, effective Aug. 1, 2023.

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  • Andreas Berger, chairman of the International Insurance Society’s Executive Council , has announced the appointment of 12 leading insurance executives to the IIS Executive Council, effective Aug. 1, 2023.
  • The Council provides strategic guidance to the International Insurance Society (IIS) in alignment with its mission to serve as a platform for the global insurance and risk management community, providing knowledge, research, and thought leadership to support the betterment of society.
  • “The world economy is facing several challenges, so it is beneficial for our industry to have a platform like the one IIS provides, which facilitates open dialogue around risk management and other critical topics for the insurance industry,” said Berger, who also serves as the CEO of Corporate Solutions for Swiss Re.
  • “Inclusivity is core to the IIS mission,” said Josh Landau, IIS president.

RGA Leaders of Tomorrow to Take Center Stage at the Global Insurance Forum 2023

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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The 59th Global Insurance Forum , presented by the International Insurance Society (IIS) and the Pacific Insurance Conference (PIC) , will bring together insurance leaders from across the world at the Hilton Singapore Orchard on Nov. 5-7, 2023.

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  • The 59th Global Insurance Forum , presented by the International Insurance Society (IIS) and the Pacific Insurance Conference (PIC) , will bring together insurance leaders from across the world at the Hilton Singapore Orchard on Nov. 5-7, 2023.
  • The event will include both an awards ceremony and a panel discussion featuring 2023 participants in the RGA Leaders of Tomorrow program.
  • Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (RGA), a leading global life and health reinsurer, is a 2023 Global Insurance Forum Gold Partner and the sponsor of the RGA Leaders of Tomorrow.
  • While all candidates are considered future leaders, one candidate will be selected for the RGA Leaders of Tomorrow Award, and a select group of three candidates will be featured on a panel at the Global Insurance Forum entitled “Insights from Future Leaders on Industry Challenges and Opportunities.”
    Beyond the RGA Leaders of Tomorrow program, the 2023 Global Insurance Forum will offer insights from 50-plus executives and thought leaders on the theme of the “Accelerating Value of Insurance.” The robust agenda will explore topics like “Insurers’ Strategies to Enhance Sustainability,” “Improving Health Outcomes with Digital Connectivity,” “Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Insurance,” and “Unlocking the Promise of Asia.”
    For more information about the Global Insurance Forum or to register, visit https://www.theglobalinsuranceforum.org

Inaugural Global Innovation Awards to Honor Visionary Insurers and Insurtechs Shaping the Future of the Industry

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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The International Insurance Society and Insurance Thought Leadership is now accepting nominations for the inaugural Global Innovation Awards .

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  • The International Insurance Society and Insurance Thought Leadership is now accepting nominations for the inaugural Global Innovation Awards .
  • These prestigious awards will recognize insurers and insurtechs who push boundaries, drive positive change, and contribute to a more sustainable society.
  • Three winners representing three categories — Property and Casualty, Life, Health and Retirement, and Predict and Prevent — will be honored at an awards dinner at the Global Insurance Forum on Nov. 6, 2023.
  • The program will promote and recognize innovation in the insurance industry by showcasing companies that are leading the way in innovation.

Provenir Shortlisted as Finalist for Asia Fintech Awards’ LendTech of the Year

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Provenir , a global leader in data and AI-powered risk decisioning software, today announced that its Data and Decisioning Platform has been shortlisted as a finalist in the “LendTech of the Year” category for this year’s Asia Fintech Awards , an industry award that celebrates Asia’s fintech community.

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  • Provenir , a global leader in data and AI-powered risk decisioning software, today announced that its Data and Decisioning Platform has been shortlisted as a finalist in the “LendTech of the Year” category for this year’s Asia Fintech Awards , an industry award that celebrates Asia’s fintech community.
  • Provenir’s Data and AI-Powered and Risk Decisioning Platform was evaluated based on its ability to meet customers’ needs and requirements, how it can achieve critical mass, and the innovative aspects developed to bring the product to market.
  • "We are thrilled to be recognised as a finalist for this awards program that celebrates the best and brightest of APAC’s fintech community," said Bharath Vellore, General Manager of Provenir for APAC.
  • "This reflects our growing commitment in Asia to empower lenders in each market with world-class decisioning, comprehensive data and advanced analytics to improve credit assessment on consumers, supporting the underserved population with more equitable lending decisions and providing SMEs access to finance their working capital.”
    Winners of this year’s awards will be announced at Asia Fintech Awards’ ceremony on August 24 at the Hilton Singapore Orchard.

Adrian Gore Named the IIS Vanguard Award 2023 Recipient

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Adrian Gore, founder and chief executive of South Africa-based Discovery , the 2023 recipient of the Vanguard Market Development Award.

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  • The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Adrian Gore, founder and chief executive of South Africa-based Discovery , the 2023 recipient of the Vanguard Market Development Award.
  • The Vanguard Award recognizes those who have substantially advanced the development of insurance in an underserved market or emerging economy.
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    Adrian Gore, founder and chief executive of South Africa-based Discovery, is the 2023 recipient of the Vanguard Market Development Award, presented by the International Insurance Society.
  • Gore has received numerous accolades, including the World Economic Forum’s leading health innovator; E&Y’s South Africa Best Entrepreneur and Global Lifetime Achiever Award; McKinsey’s Geneva Forum of Health Award; Frost and Sullivan Visionary Innovation Leadership Award for Africa; and the Sunday Times Lifetime Achiever Award 2018.

In History-Making Moment, Dr. Chang-Jae Shin of Kyobo Life Joins Father in Insurance Hall of Fame

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Chang-Jae Shin, M.D., the trailblazing chairman and CEO of the Korea-based Kyobo Life Insurance Company , the 2023 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate.

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  • The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Chang-Jae Shin, M.D., the trailblazing chairman and CEO of the Korea-based Kyobo Life Insurance Company , the 2023 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate.
  • His father, Yong Ho Shin, the founder of Kyobo Life, is the 1996 Laureate.
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    Dr. Chang-Jae Shin of Kyobo Life Insurance Company has been named the 2023 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate by the International Insurance Society.
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    The Insurance Hall of Fame recognizes leaders who have made a broad, encompassing, and lasting contribution to the insurance industry.