About the event
Why you should attend

About the event

CFC Summit brings together hundreds of brokers from across the US and Canada to discuss the hottest topics in specialty insurance.

This dynamic in-person event promises engaging talks, plenty of networking and a first-look at the exciting innovation that’s powering CFC and changing insurance!

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The talks

8:45 Doors open!

Grab your badge and get ready to roll

9:30
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Welcome

Pat Brice - Distribution Director, CFC

Setting the scene

Dave Walsh - Founder & Group CEO, CFC

Group CEO Dave Walsh will give us an update on the past year at CFC.

Insights from the industry

Eric Andersen - President, Aon

Drawing on his 20+ years career with Aon, Eric will share his insights and perspective on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Polygamous insurance: Multi-partner matching and the future of capacity

Andy Holmes - Chief Underwriting Officer, CFC

From its early beginnings, the business of insurance has been about matching the profile of risk to risk takers. CFC’s Chief Underwriting Officer, Andy Holmes, will discuss the evolution of capacity match-making in modern insurance, how CFC's Lloyd's Syndicate fits into this and why in insurance, if not in life, polygamy is the way to go.

10:50 Break

Let's grab some coffee!

11:20
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Digital disruption and the future of tech in insurance

Graeme Newman - Chief Executive Officer, CFC

For an insurance business, we talk a lot about tech. And rightly so. From AI to automation, technology is fundamentally changing how our industry operates. Join CFC’s CEO Graeme Newman as he discusses today’s most relevant technology developments, how CFC is addressing them and the challenges that lie ahead

Tech showcase: Response app

Philippa Berry - Cyber Product Leader, CFC

Do your cyber clients have our mobile app, Response? If not, they should. Cyber Product Leader Philippa Berry explains how our app delivers proactive cyber threat intelligence and may be the only thing standing between our customers and the hackers.

Tech showcase: Connect

Shannon Groeber - CEO, CFC USA

You’ve heard about our award-winning, single-question quoting platform Connect. Well, it’s just gotten even better. Join Shannon Groeber of CFC USA as she takes us through the latest innovations that make Connect the fastest, smartest way to trade with CFC.

Tech showcase: First-look at what’s next for CFC!

Amy Hurwicz - Technology Underwriter, CFC

We’re always looking for new ways to make our brokers’ lives easier and our underwriting more efficient. Underwriter Amy Hurwicz is here with a first-look at the new features we’re bringing you this year – think intuitive self-service, smart automation and more.

12:50 Lunch

Refuel our bellies

13:50
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Disruptive innovation: What, why and how?!

George Beattie – Head of Innovation, CFC

Technology is a key part of innovation. But developing the right products to meet customer needs is also critical. Staying ahead of the game, and relevant to our customers, means creating products for emerging risks and markets that push us into the protection gap - the space between what insurance does today and what it needs to do tomorrow. CFC wants to solve these problems that others don't, can't or won't. Head of Innovation George Beattie will tell us how.

Cognitive diversity and high performance

Matthew Syed - Author, journalist and broadcaster

Matthew Syed, best-selling author and Sunday Times columnist, provides a fast-paced analysis of how the best organisations innovate and sustain change, even in a world that is being disrupted faster than ever before. Building upon examples in business, sport and beyond, Matthew explains why and how diversity matters, and why learning from mistakes is more important than ever.

15:10 Break

How about some beer and bubbles?

15:40
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Addressing cyber war

Beth Granger - Corporate Cyber Senior Underwriter, CFC

Cyber war is one of the hottest topics in insurance today, but there’s little consensus on the best way to address it. Senior underwriter Beth Granger will walk us through the evolution of the war exclusion in the market, how an increasingly digital battlefield brings news challenges for insurers, and how CFC plans to deliver clarity and certainty in the fog of cyber war.

Stories from the front line

Chris Loehr - Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, CFC Response

What really happens when a company suffers a cyber attack and they don’t have insurance? Cyber security veteran Chris Loehr from CFC Response is here to walk us through some grueling real life scenarios – what went wrong, how we fixed it, and what kept these businesses from taking up insurance in the first place.

Cyber burning questions: Ask us anything

Philippa Berry - Cyber Product Leader | Ashley Burdon - Cyber Claims Manager | Beth Granger - Corporate Cyber Senior Underwriter | Chris Loehr – EVP, CFC

From systemic risk to rate increases, nothing is off limits. We've brought together CFC's cyber gurus to answer all your burning questions.

17:15 That's a wrap

Now it's time to party!

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Industry rockstars, tech extraordinaires and more!

The speakers

Dave Walsh
CFC

As founder and CEO, Dave has been at CFC’s helm for over twenty years and operating in the London insurance market even longer.

Pat Brice
CFC

A senior insurance leader with over 25 years’ experience in the London and international insurance markets, Pat is responsible for overseeing our global distribution and broker relationships.

Amy Hurwicz
CFC

Amy has 11 years of experience in insurance. Starting as a broker who focused on professional and executive lines, she made the leap to underwriting 3 years ago. Technology has always been an interest and she’s found herself at the pulse, focusing on emerging lines at CFC.

Graeme Newman
CFC

As CEO, Graeme leads all aspects of CFC’s underwriting business based in London, including the company’s growing data, technology and operations functions.

Andy Holmes
CFC

As Chief Underwriting Officer, Andy plays a pivotal role in extending the existing lines of business that CFC underwrites and our expansion into new areas.

Ashley Burdon
CFC

Ash joined CFC in 2012, initially handling claims across multiple lines of business including E&O, GL and D&O before focusing on cyber and technology for the past 6 years. Ash has extensive experience in this arena having handled hundreds of cyber-related incidents, ranging widely from data breaches to ransomware to cyber crime.

Matthew Syed
Author, journalist and broadcaster

Matthew Syed is an author and highly acclaimed speaker in the field of high performance. Matthew’s work explores a thought-provoking approach to high performance, encourages growth mindset cultures, and drives higher performance in individuals, teams, and organizations.

Philippa Berry
CFC

With over a decade of experience in the London market, Philippa is the driving force behind CFC's cyber product strategy.

Beth Granger
CFC

Beth has over 7 years’ experience in the cyber insurance market. Throughout her career, Beth has focused on providing large corporate clients with a solution for their cyber exposure and travels globally to better understand her client's concerns around cyber.

Eric Andersen
Aon

As President of Aon, Eric is responsible for the day-to-day operations of geographic regions and solution lines of the company.

George Beattie
CFC

As Head of Innovation, George is responsible for leading CFC’s disruptive product innovation strategy, with responsibility for the ideation, design and trading of brand-new solutions.

Shannon Groeber
CFC

With nearly 20 years in insurance, Shannon is a veteran of the US specialty insurance market and leads CFC’s US office and admitted proposition.

Chris Loehr
CFC

Chris leads the recovery and remediation efforts for CFC clients. He is an expert in incident response and negotiates directly with threat actors.

Industry rockstars, tech extraordinaires and more!

The speakers

Dave Walsh
CFC

As founder and CEO, Dave has been at CFC’s helm for over twenty years and operating in the London insurance market even longer.

Matthew Syed
Author, journalist and broadcaster

Matthew Syed is an author and highly acclaimed speaker in the field of high performance. Matthew’s work explores a thought-provoking approach to high performance, encourages growth mindset cultures, and drives higher performance in individuals, teams, and organizations.

Shannon Groeber
CFC

With nearly 20 years in insurance, Shannon is a veteran of the US specialty insurance market and leads CFC’s US office and admitted proposition.

Andy Holmes
CFC

As Chief Underwriting Officer, Andy plays a pivotal role in extending the existing lines of business that CFC underwrites and our expansion into new areas.

George Beattie
CFC

As Head of Innovation, George is responsible for leading CFC’s disruptive product innovation strategy, with responsibility for the ideation, design and trading of brand-new solutions.

Amy Hurwicz
CFC

Amy has 11 years of experience in insurance. Starting as a broker who focused on professional and executive lines, she made the leap to underwriting 3 years ago. Technology has always been an interest and she’s found herself at the pulse, focusing on emerging lines at CFC.

Beth Granger
CFC

Beth has over 7 years’ experience in the cyber insurance market. Throughout her career, Beth has focused on providing large corporate clients with a solution for their cyber exposure and travels globally to better understand her client's concerns around cyber.

Graeme Newman
CFC

As CEO, Graeme leads all aspects of CFC’s underwriting business based in London, including the company’s growing data, technology and operations functions.

Eric Andersen
Aon

As President of Aon, Eric is responsible for the day-to-day operations of geographic regions and solution lines of the company.

Pat Brice
CFC

A senior insurance leader with over 25 years’ experience in the London and international insurance markets, Pat is responsible for overseeing our global distribution and broker relationships.

Philippa Berry
CFC

With over a decade of experience in the London market, Philippa is the driving force behind CFC's cyber product strategy.

Chris Loehr
CFC

Chris leads the recovery and remediation efforts for CFC clients. He is an expert in incident response and negotiates directly with threat actors.

Ashley Burdon
CFC

Ash joined CFC in 2012, initially handling claims across multiple lines of business including E&O, GL and D&O before focusing on cyber and technology for the past 6 years. Ash has extensive experience in this arena having handled hundreds of cyber-related incidents, ranging widely from data breaches to ransomware to cyber crime.

The place
Morgan Manufacturing

The place

Located in Chicago’s trendy West Loop, Morgan Manufacturing is the perfect balance of historical building and industrial elegance – think soaring ceilings, exposed concrete, glass and steel – it’s bound to impress.

Address
401 N Morgan St
Chicago
IL 60642
United States

Let the good times roll

The party

Top off an invigorating day of insurance innovation with mouth-watering grub, free flowing drinks and plenty of networking.

Following dinner, keep the good times going at the after party in true CFC style.

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FAQs

The fineprint

  • The essentials

    • What does it cost?

      CFC Summit is FREE! Yeah, you heard that right. But space is limited and you must register.

      When does the action take place?

      Summit: Thursday, May 18, 2023, 08:45 - 17:15

      Dinner and party: Thursday, May 18, 2023, 17:15 - late

      Where do I need to be?

      Morgan Manufacturing
      401 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60642, United States

      What’s it all about?

      CFC is a pioneer in emerging risk so it’s no surprise this will be a major focus at our summit. Whether its cyber insurance, artificial intelligence, digital healthcare, fintech, IP or big picture state of the industry ‘stuff’, you’re sure to be inspired and have FUN!

      Plus, we’ll be showcasing the latest in our tech innovation and how this ultimately will help contribute to new business growth and revenue targets.

      Who should attend?

      Wondering if CFC Summit is right for you? We’ve designed Summit for our partners – wholesale and retail brokers in the US & Canada – who want to know about the biggest trends, topics and opportunities in insurance, that will impact their clients and their jobs.

      We also welcome attendees from across the insurance industry. So, if our hot topics tickle your fancy, come along and join the fun.

      And importantly, why should I attend?

      If you’re not sold by now, we can only say:

      • You’ll get clued up on the all the ways you can partner with CFC
      • You’ll be inspired by visionary and thought leading topics
      • You’ll network with passionate and innovative folks, including your favorite CFCers!
      • You’ll have lots of fun…away from your desk
      • You'll leave with a bunch of new contacts, new knowledge and loving insurance more than ever (is that even possible?!)

      Oh, and we’re CFC. Can you say, P.A.R.T.Y?!

  • Registration

    • What does my registration include?

      You’re in for a treat! Your registration provides access to:

      • an innovative, irreverent conference program
      • all day refreshments, to keep you recharged and energized
      • dinner and a party, to end the summit on a fabulous note!

      The only thing we ask is that delegates are responsible for their own travel and accommodation arrangements. See our accommodation option in the travel tips.

      What happens after I’ve registered?

      Once you’ve registered online, you should receive an email within 24 hours to confirm your spot. Get in touch if you have not. 

      What if I get a place, and later can’t go?

      That would be unfortunate, indeed! But if it happens, please tell us as soon as possible so that we can cancel your registration. Drop us an email here: summit@cfc.com

      If you have a colleague who can attend in your place, we can accept substitutions up to three working days before the event…but you have to let us know in advance!

      Can I bring a colleague?

      Yes, you can…as long as they have a confirmed registration for the event. 

      When does registration close?

      Tickets to this exclusive event are limited and we’ll close registration once we’re sold out!

      Are there any sponsorship opportunities?

      Yes! Interested in sponsoring CFC Summit? Please contact summit@cfc.com to discuss further.

      I’m a member of the press, can I get press package/seat?

      Yes, we do have limited spaces reserved for press. Please contact summit@cfc.com for more information.

  • The program

    • Who will be speaking at the Summit?

      We’ve got a stellar line up of speakers confirmed to get you thinking, talking, debating and reflecting! Speakers will be a mix of industry experts and CFC luminaries.

      Check out our amazing speakers here.

      When will the agenda be released?

      Good news! The CFC Summit agenda is already available for you to access here. Keep checking back for any updates or changes.

      Will we be notified of event changes?

      We’ll be in regular contact regarding event updates and changes. However, to keep up to speed with the latest and greatest, we recommend you visit our event website on a regular basis to remain in the loop!

      Can I get CE credits?

      YES you can! We're on the case and will list all approved states, provinces and territories below as they get approved. Please check back regularly for updates! 

      Approved US states:

      4 hours: AZ, CT, FL, MA, MO, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA
      5 hours: AR, CA, CO, GA, IL, KS, WA, WI

  • Travel tips

    • How do I get to Morgan Manufacturing?

      If flying into Chicago, you can choose from either Midway International Airport (MDW) or O’Hare International Airport (ORD).

      We recommend getting a taxi/Uber/Lyft to Morgan Manufacturing. This would be the simplest and fastest option.

      Is there parking for my ride?

      There is no parking on site. We encourage people to take a taxi/Uber/Lyft etc.

      If you are set on driving, the venue suggests utilizing Spot Hero and Park Whiz, to avoid frustration.

      Are you paying for my hotel?

      We aren’t, but there is limited availability at theWit Hotel Chicago (where the after party takes place).

      Where can I lay my head?

      All rooms at the discounted rate have now sold out! However, there are still some rooms available at the normal rate.

      Book online here or call +1 312-467-0200 to book your room. Rooms subject to availability.

      theWit Hotel Chicago (8min drive from Morgan Manufacturing)

      201 N State St,
      Chicago, IL 60601, United States

  • COVID-19 guidelines

    • What COVID-19 measures are in place?

      Guests who have tested positive and/or have been in contact with someone who has recently tested positive for COVID-19 and/or are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms will be asked not to attend the event. The venue will provide hand sanitiser stations and enhanced cleaning services.

      By confirming your attendance, you agree to comply with our COVID-19 safety measures. We will communicate these requirements via pre-event emails, the event website, venue signage, and on the day of the event. CFC reserves the right to alter or remove its COVID-19 measures at any time in response to the latest guidance or legislation from the US Government.

  • Something else?

    • Drop us a line at summit@cfc.com and we’ll sort it out for you!

      If in doubt, get in touch with your fave underwriter too.

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