Learn with Leaders: Insights, Inspiration and Career Growth - BIBA East Midlands and NII collaboration event
Thursday, 24 September 2026, Nottingham

Join us for an engaging and thought provoking evening at Learn with Leaders, an event designed specifically for young insurance professionals and those looking to develop their careers within the industry.

This interactive panel discussion brings together senior leaders from across the insurance broking and claims sectors, providing a unique opportunity to hear first hand about their career journeys, leadership experiences, and perspectives on the future of the insurance profession.

Over the course of a one-hour discussion, our panel of Director level leaders will share valuable insights on topics including:

  • Building a successful career in insurance
  • Developing professional knowledge and expertise
  • Learning from experienced colleagues and mentors
  • Leadership lessons and career defining moments
  • Navigating challenges and opportunities within the industry
  • The future of insurance, broking and claims
  • Personal motivation, resilience and professional development

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain practical advice from individuals who have successfully progressed to senior leadership positions within the profession.

Following the panel, there will be dedicated networking time, allowing attendees to connect with fellow professionals, continue conversations with our speakers, and expand their professional networks.

Whether you are just starting your insurance career or looking to take the next step in your development, Learn with Leaders offers an invaluable opportunity to learn from those who have already walked the path.

Who should attend? Young insurance professionals, apprentices, graduates, early-career brokers, claims professionals, and anyone looking to gain insight, inspiration and practical career advice from senior industry leaders.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants should be able to:

  • Identify and describe key skills, behaviours, and attributes demonstrated by successful insurance broking and claims leaders, and assess how these relate to their own professional development needs.
  • Summarise emerging trends or future challenges within the insurance industry and explain their potential impact on insurance professionals and organisations.
  • Compare and evaluate different leadership styles, identifying the strengths and potential applications of each within an insurance context.
  • Create a personal development action plan with specific actions that support their career aspirations and ongoing professional growth within the next 12 months.

Arrival from 17:30 for early networking ahead of 18:00 start time.

Event is free of charge, a fee of £20 may be applicable for late cancellation or non-attendance of this event to cover catering costs. Substitutions are allowed at no cost. 

*Event filming and photography may take place throughout the event which BIBA may use for future publicity and marketing.

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When
September 24th, 2026 5:30 PM through  8:00 PM
Location
Bar Esquina
108 Upper Parliament Street
Nottingham, NG1 6LF
United Kingdom