Empower Talks - Insurance Careers
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEmpower Talks is the podcast where we discuss insurance careers with professionals from across the industry brought to you by Empower Development https://empowerdevelopment.co.uk/
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Phill Bratt - Next Generation Partner in The Legal 500
January 08, 2024 09:30 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBSam talks to Phill Bratt, Partner at Keoghs London, about his specialisation in catastrophic personal injury law and his role in defending high-value personal injury claims. The episode addresses the evolving nature of legal careers, focusing on the importance of personal relationships and professional exposure. Phill provides key insights into the Ogden tables, emphasising their critical role in calculating future losses in high-value personal injury claims, particularly relevant for insure...
Alina Schatten (née Jipa) - Don’t Wait For Opportunities, Create Them
December 18, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBIn this episode of Empower Talks, Sam talks to Alina Schatten (née Jipa), who, at the time of recording was Chief of Staff to the CEO, but has recently accepted the position of Integration Director at RSA UK&I. Sam and Alina discuss her career in the insurance industry, which is a compelling example of adaptability, strategic career advancement, and the value of lifelong learning. Beginning her journey with a rotational graduate programme at Hiscox, Alina seamlessly navigated through variou...
Lorraine Harfitt - CEO at Asta, Solvency II & Lloyd's of London
December 04, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIn this episode, Sam chats with Lorraine Harfitt, CEO at Asta, about her diverse career journey in the insurance industry. Lorraine shares her path from Lloyd's of London to becoming CEO at Asta, discussing her roles at Lloyd's, including insights into her involvement in the Solvency II work stream. Lorraine talks about the challenges of her career, the importance of adaptability, and the role of a supportive network. She also talks about succession planning, leadership development, and the...
Pritesh Thakrar - 10 Lessons from a Decade in Insurance
November 27, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 48 MBIn this episode, Sam talks with Pritesh Thakrar, a Portfolio Analyst at Inver Re. Their conversation explores Pritesh's career journey from medicinal chemistry to his current role in insurance, including his involvement in the 'New Gen Project' initiative, which focused on creating internships for autistic individuals. They also reflect on the evolution of his career and how his diverse experiences across various organisational cultures have shaped his professional path. Pritesh has auth...
Grace Maxted FCII - In the Spotlight
November 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBSam talks to Grace Maxted FCII, a pivotal associate and key creative force at Empower Development. Grace's significant impact is particularly evident in our online courses, yet her influence extends much further. Sam and Grace discuss her unique career, intertwining insurance and theatre, and reminisce about their initial collaborations at Empower Development. Additionally, they highlight some of Grace's notable career moments, revealing the depth of her professional journey. Grace, ...
Amy Brettell - From Grad to M.D. (Zurich Municipal)
November 10, 2023 09:56 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode, Amy Brettell shares her unconventional career journey with Sam. Having started as an Actuary within Zurich's graduate program, Amy moved across various roles within the organisation, including the mysterious Chief of Staff position, Head of Customer in UK Claims Role, and lead the digital transformation in claims at Zurich. Amy has recently stepped into her dream job as Managing Director at Zurich Municipal. Sam and Amy discuss her early introduction to the actuarial field,...
Beth Amaro - Parental Leave, Return to Work with Confidence
October 05, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBIn this episode, Sam chats with Beth Amaro, an experienced HR professional from the insurance sector. Beth spent seven years in Bermuda before an opportunity led her to London to progress her career in the insurance sector. Until recently, Beth worked as Head of HR at Fidelis. She has now started her own independent consultancy firm, advising companies on their HR needs. This shift has led to an interesting collaboration with Sam. Sam and Beth discuss her career in HR, offering advice on pr...
Felicity & Megan - Breaking Insurance Stereotypes
September 22, 2023 11:15 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBSam sits down with Megan and Felicity, both participants in the Zurich graduate scheme, who are also the creative minds behind the TikTok page ‘The Life Of A Grad’. With over 10,000 likes, the duo aims to challenge prevailing insurance stereotypes and promote the potential of insurance careers to young professionals. Through ‘The Life Of A Grad’, they also document their own career journey, offering a personal touch to their advocacy for the insurance sector. They share their experiences...
Guy Munnoch - Rising through the Ranks and Redefining Roles
August 25, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBSam talks with Guy Munnoch, Managing Director of Rupert Morgan, about his exceptional career trajectory, shaped by 21-year milestones, moving from the British Army to the insurance world and beyond. With over four decades of diverse experiences, Guy's journey is nothing short of impressive. Delving into the early stages of his career, Guy underscores the importance of the lessons he learned in his 21 years with Army. Then, he elaborates on his shift to the insurance sector, detailing the hu...
Joanna Hitchcock - 5 Promotions in 7 Years
July 25, 2023 15:09 - 53 minutes - 122 MBSam talks with Joanna Hitchcock, Underwriting Manager at AIG about her exceptional career path, marked by five promotions in seven years, her ventures in international roles, and her fearless approach to stepping out of her comfort zone. With less than a decade in the insurance industry, Joanna's rise to success is impressive. Uncover the key factors driving her achievements, from her unwavering determination to her passion for tackling challenges head-on. Sam talks to Joanna about her int...
Mike Burle - Head of Marine & Deputy Active Underwriter at Liberty Specialty Markets
July 03, 2023 14:34 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBSam talks with Mike Burle, Head of Marine & Deputy Active Underwriter at Liberty Specialty Markets, in an engaging conversation that explores various aspects of the insurance industry. With 30 years of experience, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the discussion. Beginning the conversation, Sam delves into Mike's journey and how he entered the insurance field. They uncover some of the milestones that led him to his current role, highlighting experiences that helped shaped hi...
Samantha Ridgewell - Growing Your Own Business
April 06, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 436 MBThis is a special edition of Empower Talks, featuring our Client Solutions Manager, Claire Shepherd, in the interviewer's seat as she chats with Sam about the latest news and updates from Empower Development. In this episode, Sam reflects on the company's most exciting successes since their last podcast 12 months ago and shares some hopes and goals for the future. Listeners can expect to hear Sam discuss the company's 5-year anniversary party, her trip to New York, TikTok, BIBA, and her rece...
Samantha Ridgewell interviewed by Claire Shepherd
April 06, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 436 MBThis is a special edition of Empower Talks, featuring our Client Solutions Manager, Claire Shepherd, in the interviewer's seat as she chats with Sam about the latest news and updates from Empower Development. In this episode, Sam reflects on the company's most exciting successes since their last podcast 12 months ago and shares some hopes and goals for the future. Listeners can expect to hear Sam discuss the company's 5-year anniversary party, her trip to New York, TikTok, BIBA, and her rece...
Tosin Falope, Senior Training Consultant at Empower Development
March 15, 2023 08:21 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBSam sits down with Tosin Falope, a Senior Training Consultant and the newest member of the Empower Development team, to discuss her career journey and her perspective on the insurance industry. With a background in fashion and data science, as well as a strong interest in psychology and DE&I, Tosin shares her first impressions of the industry, highlighting the diversity of its culture and the broad range of networks she has already encountered. Tosin also discusses her recent completion of ...
Tosin Falope - DE&I in Insurance
March 15, 2023 08:21 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBSam sits down with Tosin Falope, a Senior Training Consultant and the newest member of the Empower Development team, to discuss her career journey and her perspective on the insurance industry. With a background in fashion and data science, as well as a strong interest in psychology and DE&I, Tosin shares her first impressions of the industry, highlighting the diversity of its culture and the broad range of networks she has already encountered. Tosin also discusses her recent completion of ...
Deborah Margolis, Senior Associate at GQ|Littler
March 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOn this episode of Empower Talks, recorded on 26th October 2022, Sam talks with Employment Lawyer and friend, Deborah Margolis about chess club and ‘quiet quitting’ (mostly ‘quiet quitting’ – sorry chess fans!). Throughout the chat Sam & Deborah find themselves looking at the topic from an assortment of angles, dissecting what they think motivates someone to decide to ‘quiet quit’, and then share their choice on TikTok. Sam, with her HR background, and Deborah from an employment law perspe...
Deborah Margolis - Quiet Quitting - Should We?
March 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOn this episode of Empower Talks, recorded on 26th October 2022, Sam talks with Employment Lawyer and friend, Deborah Margolis about chess club and ‘quiet quitting’ (mostly ‘quiet quitting’ – sorry chess fans!). Throughout the chat Sam & Deborah find themselves looking at the topic from an assortment of angles, dissecting what they think motivates someone to decide to ‘quiet quit’, and then share their choice on TikTok. Sam, with her HR background, and Deborah from an employment law perspe...
Claire Davey, Cyber Risk Specialist, Consultant & Trainer
February 22, 2023 08:22 - 44 minutes - 32.9 MBSam talks with Claire Davey (aka Cyber Claire) about her move from the corporate world, back to academia. During this transition Claire founded her own business as a Cyber Security & Risk Management Specialist & Trainer and tells how she has managed to juggle a full time PhD with the demands of a full-time entrepreneurial business. Claire’s love of learning has seen her amass a host of qualifications including her ACII, Masters, CISSP and most recently, completing a PhD in the field of alco...
Claire Davey - Becoming a Cyber Expert & the PhD Journey
February 22, 2023 08:22 - 44 minutes - 32.9 MBSam talks with Claire Davey (aka Cyber Claire) about her move from the corporate world, back to academia. During this transition Claire founded her own business as a Cyber Security & Risk Management Specialist & Trainer and tells how she has managed to juggle a full time PhD with the demands of a full-time entrepreneurial business. Claire’s love of learning has seen her amass a host of qualifications including her ACII, Masters, CISSP and most recently, completing a PhD in the field of alco...
Hayley Budd, Senior New Propositions & Partnerships Lead, Swiss Re
February 15, 2023 16:11 - 54 minutes - 41.1 MBSam talks with Hayley Budd about their time working together at Liberty and Hayley’s journey into the ‘clandestine world of innovation’. Hayley built her own niche career to follow her passion and shares how she created a movement and innovation community within her organisation alongside her day job. She discusses how she took the work she was doing ‘off the side of her desk’ into a role as a Business Analyst where she began moulding the job into what she wanted. After a decade working at...
Hayley Budd - Creating Innovation Opportunities
February 15, 2023 16:11 - 54 minutes - 41.1 MBSam talks with Hayley Budd about their time working together at Liberty and Hayley’s journey into the ‘clandestine world of innovation’. Hayley built her own niche career to follow her passion and shares how she created a movement and innovation community within her organisation alongside her day job. She discusses how she took the work she was doing ‘off the side of her desk’ into a role as a Business Analyst where she began moulding the job into what she wanted. After a decade working at...
Simon Evans, Talent Acquisition Manager
February 08, 2023 09:17 - 46 minutes - 106 MBSam talks with talent and recruitment authority Simon Evans about the challenges of attracting and retaining talent to the insurance industry. Sam and Simon tackle the complex issue of the ‘War for talent’, looking at how and why it has impacted the industry, what is being done about it, and what can be done to bridge the current skills gap. Simon shares with Sam what he has learnt on his journey from the world of banking to Head of International Talent Acquisitions for AIG. He discusses t...
Simon Evans - The Insurance War on Talent, Who's Winning?
February 08, 2023 09:17 - 46 minutes - 106 MBSam talks with talent and recruitment authority Simon Evans about the challenges of attracting and retaining talent to the insurance industry. Sam and Simon tackle the complex issue of the ‘War for talent’, looking at how and why it has impacted the industry, what is being done about it, and what can be done to bridge the current skills gap. Simon shares with Sam what he has learnt on his journey from the world of banking to Head of International Talent Acquisitions for AIG. He discusses t...
Yasmin Carter-Esdale, Development Underwriter at Hiscox
October 24, 2022 07:44 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBSam talks to self-starter, Yasmin Carter-Esdale about their shared passion of engaging young talent and encouraging them into the Insurance profession. Yasmin entered insurance at the age of 17 and her journey from Motor Risk Call Centre to Development Underwriter at Hiscox (as well as CII Columnist, DEI Thought Contributor & Partnership’s lead at ican) has given her a unique insight into how companies can attract the next generation of insurance professionals and how best to develop them t...
Yasmin Carter-Esdale - Embracing LinkedIn For Your Professional Brand
October 24, 2022 07:44 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBSam talks to self-starter, Yasmin Carter-Esdale about their shared passion of engaging young talent and encouraging them into the Insurance profession. Yasmin entered insurance at the age of 17 and her journey from Motor Risk Call Centre to Development Underwriter at Hiscox (as well as CII Columnist, DEI Thought Contributor & Partnership’s lead at ican) has given her a unique insight into how companies can attract the next generation of insurance professionals and how best to develop them t...
Paolo Cuomo - Innovation and Change
October 03, 2022 23:01 - 52 minutes - 121 MBSam talks to Insurance Innovator Paolo Cuomo about his journey from management consultant to his role working with the Analytics & Advisory Team at Gallagher Re. Sam and Paolo first met at The Worshipful Company of Insurers (WCI) and discuss the philanthropic possibilities presented by the organisation, specifically Paolo’s association with iWIN – The insurance women's inclusivity network. Paolo shares his insights on the future of the London Markets and the importance, and challenges, of ...
Paolo Cuomo, Innovation and Change
October 03, 2022 23:01 - 52 minutes - 121 MBSam talks to Insurance Innovator Paolo Cuomo about his journey from management consultant to his role working with the Analytics & Advisory Team at Gallagher Re. Sam and Paolo first met at The Worshipful Company of Insurers (WCI) and discuss the philanthropic possibilities presented by the organisation, specifically Paolo’s association with iWIN – The insurance women's inclusivity network. Paolo shares his insights on the future of the London Markets and the importance, and challenges, of ...
Nick Dunlop, Managing Director at Willis Towers Watson
July 24, 2022 23:01 - 49 minutes - 114 MBWith 40 years in the market, Nick is a true industry veteran. In this podcast, Sam and Nick have a wide-ranging conversation covering topics such as the role of insurance as an enabler of businesses, how to forge a career in ESG and why the decline of paper bundles might have contributed to a rise in gym memberships for the city's brokers! Sam and Nick also discuss the Worshipful Company of Insurers (WCI). As incoming Master, Nick gives us an insight into what the WCI is, the work it does, it...
Nick Kirk, Insurance CEO & Global Opportunities
July 11, 2022 17:14 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn this podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Nick Kirk. Nick has lived and worked on three continents during his long and eventful Insurance career and now serves as a non-executive director for two insurance companies in London. During this conversation, Nick shares insights and advice from his experience moving from office junior to CEO (via a number of roles and countries!) as well as how to make it easier for the perfect career opportunity to find you as opposed to the other way aroun...
Nick Kirk, Insurance CEO
July 11, 2022 17:14 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn this podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Nick Kirk. Nick has lived and worked on three continents during his long and eventful Insurance career and now serves as a non-executive director for two insurance companies in London. During this conversation, Nick shares insights and advice from his experience moving from office junior to CEO (via a number of roles and countries!) as well as how to make it easier for the perfect career opportunity to find you as opposed to the other way aroun...
Lydia Clarke - Gen Z in Insurance
June 26, 2022 23:01 - 52 minutes - 120 MBIn this podcast, Sam catches up with Lydia, a graduate at Allianz. Lydia gives us an insight into insurance careers from the perspective of someone applying for graduate roles in the market. They discuss the impressions employers can make during (and even before!) the recruitment process as well as the benefit of placement years to organisations and individuals alike. Finally, they talk about learning cultures and what they say when people ask them where they learned something they got from T...
Lydia Clarke, a graduate at Allianz
June 26, 2022 23:01 - 52 minutes - 120 MBIn this podcast, Sam catches up with Lydia, a graduate at Allianz. Lydia gives us an insight into insurance careers from the perspective of someone applying for graduate roles in the market. They discuss the impressions employers can make during (and even before!) the recruitment process as well as the benefit of placement years to organisations and individuals alike. Finally, they talk about learning cultures and what they say when people ask them where they learned something they got from T...
Roger Oldham, Managing Director at London Market Forums
May 29, 2022 23:01 - 1 hour - 162 MBIn this podcast, Roger Oldham, Managing Director at London Market Forums talks to us through his fascinating career, from his first job offer in insurance and moving to London from a regional office, through to why he founded London Market Forums (LMF) and how LMF is continuing to evolve since the pandemic. Roger is a true leader in the industry and this was recognised at the 2022 Market People Awards where Roger won an award for his 'outstanding contribution' to the market. If anyone is unfa...
Roger Oldham - Why London Markets Are People Markets
May 29, 2022 23:01 - 1 hour - 162 MBIn this podcast, Roger Oldham, Managing Director at London Market Forums talks to us through his fascinating career, from his first job offer in insurance and moving to London from a regional office, through to why he founded London Market Forums (LMF) and how LMF is continuing to evolve since the pandemic. Roger is a true leader in the industry and this was recognised at the 2022 Market People Awards where Roger won an award for his 'outstanding contribution' to the market. If anyone is unfa...
Caroline Wagstaff - Taking Insurance to the House of Lords
May 23, 2022 14:38 - 42 minutes - 97.7 MBOn this Empower Talks, we are joined by Caroline Wagstaff, CEO for the London Market Group. Caroline who has been in the financial services market for 25 years tells us about her experience working for the LMG, what she has learned over the last 12 months and how she handled addressing the House of Lords! Caroline shares the strategies she uses to tap into the young talent pool, the benefits of choosing insurance as a career path, and how we can all help to spread the word about insurance as...
Caroline Wagstaff, CEO for the London Market Group
May 23, 2022 14:38 - 42 minutes - 97.7 MBOn this Empower Talks, we are joined by Caroline Wagstaff, CEO for the London Market Group. Caroline who has been in the financial services market for 25 years tells us about her experience working for the LMG, what she has learned over the last 12 months and how she handled addressing the House of Lords! Caroline shares the strategies she uses to tap into the young talent pool, the benefits of choosing insurance as a career path, and how we can all help to spread the word about insurance as...
Emma Ackers, Learning Specialist at Empower Development
April 03, 2022 23:01 - 30 minutes - 69.3 MBThis Empower Talks episode features our very own Emma Ackers – A Learning Specialist here at Empower Development. Emma will be talking to us about her journey into insurance, the various roles she has had within the industry and how she got into her current role with us. Emma will also be giving advice on how to gain exposure within your workplace and how to enhance your career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hannah Mellalieu, Underwriting Assistant for Fine Art at HDI Specialty
March 09, 2022 00:01 - 20 minutes - 47.4 MBHannah Mellalieu joins us for this episode of Empower Talks. Hannah, Underwriting Assistant for Fine Art at HDI Specialty, admits she fell into insurance but soon developed a passion for her role and the company she works for. She explains to us what she did to land her dream role in a remote world, how to navigate your career path, and how she developed her knowledge of her chosen specialism. Hannah also tells us how Empower Development has helped her with her CII exams and about her next ‘l...
Hannah Mellalieu - Persevering & Navigating Your Career
March 09, 2022 00:01 - 20 minutes - 47.4 MBHannah Mellalieu joins us for this episode of Empower Talks. Hannah, Underwriting Assistant for Fine Art at HDI Specialty, admits she fell into insurance but soon developed a passion for her role and the company she works for. She explains to us what she did to land her dream role in a remote world, how to navigate your career path, and how she developed her knowledge of her chosen specialism. Hannah also tells us how Empower Development has helped her with her CII exams and about her next ‘l...
Samantha Ridgewell, Empower Development
March 07, 2022 17:33 - 49 minutes - 114 MBFor this Empower Talks episode Samantha Ridgewell, Managing Director of Empower Development, takes the hot seat. Samantha takes us back to the beginning of Empower Development and what the drivers are behind the business and why what she does is so important to her. Samantha also shares her career journey and how she made the jump from HR to business owner with a young family, she shares her best pieces of advice to help you progress your career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Samantha Ridgewell - Launching Your Own Business
March 07, 2022 17:33 - 49 minutes - 114 MBFor this Empower Talks episode Samantha Ridgewell, Managing Director of Empower Development, takes the hot seat. Samantha takes us back to the beginning of Empower Development and what the drivers are behind the business and why what she does is so important to her. Samantha also shares her career journey and how she made the jump from HR to business owner with a young family, she shares her best pieces of advice to help you progress your career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Erik Johnson - Inclusion at Lloyds
December 15, 2021 12:31 - 41 minutes - 94.5 MBOn this episode of Empower Talks we invite Erik Johnson, the Deputy Active Underwriter Syndicate 2288 at Victor Insurance Holdings. In addition to Erik’s impressive technical career, he has been central to many initiatives around the insurance industry supporting networking and inclusion. More recently, Erik co-founded inclusion at Lloyd’s, bringing together a diverse range of initiatives to support insurance professionals. Today we will discuss the initiatives Erik’s getting involved in, net...
Erik Johnson, the Deputy Active Underwriter Syndicate 2288 at Victor Insurance Holdings
December 15, 2021 12:31 - 41 minutes - 94.5 MBOn this episode of Empower Talks we invite Erik Johnson, the Deputy Active Underwriter Syndicate 2288 at Victor Insurance Holdings. In addition to Erik’s impressive technical career, he has been central to many initiatives around the insurance industry supporting networking and inclusion. More recently, Erik co-founded inclusion at Lloyd’s, bringing together a diverse range of initiatives to support insurance professionals. Today we will discuss the initiatives Erik’s getting involved in, net...
Chris Moore - Innovative Thinking & Insuring Airbnb
November 04, 2021 00:01 - 54 minutes - 125 MBWe invite Chris Moore on Episode 8 of Empower Talks, where we discuss the importance of innovative thinking and how to make the most of opportunities to develop your career path. Chris has some fantastic experience particularly around underwriting across the new sharing economy and unique products, and currently is the Head of ibott. We also highlight the benefits of using LinkedIn for exposure to networks and creating connections within the industry to draw on these for your future career pa...
Chris Moore, Head of ibott
November 04, 2021 00:01 - 54 minutes - 125 MBWe invite Chris Moore on Episode 8 of Empower Talks, where we discuss the importance of innovative thinking and how to make the most of opportunities to develop your career path. Chris has some fantastic experience particularly around underwriting across the new sharing economy and unique products, and currently is the Head of ibott. We also highlight the benefits of using LinkedIn for exposure to networks and creating connections within the industry to draw on these for your future career pa...
Kelly Beaumont - Blending Your Career With a Side Hustle
October 20, 2021 23:01 - 36 minutes - 82.5 MBThis Empower Talks episode features Kelly Beaumont - Head of L&D at Hiscox and founder of Olive Avocado, a start-up organisation launched recently to support women’s health. Advice is shared to figure out what career path you want, and how to form the direction into your desired area of the insurance industry. Kelly also gives her tips on starting an independent business as a way to exert your passion without the pressure of it being a full-time business during the early stages. For mor...
Kelly Beaumont, Head of L&D at Hiscox and founder of Olive Avocado
October 20, 2021 23:01 - 36 minutes - 82.5 MBThis Empower Talks episode features Kelly Beaumont - Head of L&D at Hiscox and founder of Olive Avocado, a start-up organisation launched recently to support women’s health. Advice is shared to figure out what career path you want, and how to form the direction into your desired area of the insurance industry. Kelly also gives her tips on starting an independent business as a way to exert your passion without the pressure of it being a full-time business during the early stages. For mor...
Helen Gemmell - When to Have Courageous Career Conversations?
September 29, 2021 23:01 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MBHelen Gemmell joins us for this episode of Empower Talks, which involves a discussion into careers and ambitions, whilst touching on her own career story. Currently working as the Casualty Portfolio Underwriter at Ki, Helen also shares some of her wisdom and creative outlooks on what you can do with your careers. This podcast will give an understanding and advice around fast progression in the industry and developing your career. For more advice and information from Helen, visit her LinkedIn ...
Helen Gemmell, Casualty Portfolio Underwriter at Ki
September 29, 2021 23:01 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MBHelen Gemmell joins us for this episode of Empower Talks, which involves a discussion into careers and ambitions, whilst touching on her own career story. Currently working as the Casualty Portfolio Underwriter at Ki, Helen also shares some of her wisdom and creative outlooks on what you can do with your careers. This podcast will give an understanding and advice around fast progression in the industry and developing your career. For more advice and information from Helen, visit her LinkedIn ...
Hanan Gathmy, Marketing and Partnership Representative for Deedbees
August 16, 2021 23:01 - 35 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode of Empower Talks, we are joined by Hanan Gathmy to discuss the importance of attracting young people into the Insurance industry, and particularly focusing around diverse talent. Hanan shares her own experience finding her way into the insurance market, as well as the work she’s been doing to develop her insurance career. Outside of her role as Underwriting Assistant, Hanan is also the Marketing and Partnership Representative for Deedbees, a platform that matches up young peo...