Hello, London Risk Week Attendees!
The ACORD Lounge is open 13-14 May, and all are welcome for complimentary drinks and snacks. Recharge with a coffee, and stop by for a glass of wine (or two).
Check out the full schedule of events for special sessions with our industry partners.
Wednesday 13 May
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ACORD Lounge |
14:30 - 17:00
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Governing by Design: Building Data Governance into our DNA |
16:00 - 16:30 Views from a newly established syndicate focus on building good data governance and compliance into the framework. Join Cassandra Vukorep, Chief Operations Officer of AdA Underwriters Limited to learn more. |
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LMA Underwriting Talent Reception |
17:30 - 19:30 · Invitation Only |
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ACORD Lounge |
19:30 - 21:30
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Thursday 14 May
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ACORD Lounge |
8:30 - 12:00, 13:00 - 17:00
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The Next Generation Digital Operating Model |
9:00 - 10:00 A discussion led by James Pring, VP, Global Reinsurance & Specialty Sales of ACORD Solutions Group, on the global vision for placing in the London Market, followed by a panel conversation with Simon Squires, AXA XL, and Bent Isachsen, Hamilton. We'll discuss the current and future state of digital operations, plus real lessons learned by industry practitioners. |
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AI Governance and Support |
13:30 - 14:00 As AI becomes embedded in core insurance decisions, effective governance is essential. This session explores why transparency, accountability, data quality, and human oversight must underpin AI adoption, enabling organisations to manage regulatory, ethical, and operational risk while scaling innovation responsibly and maintaining trust in increasingly automated environments. Held by Sara Ager, Chief Executive Officer and Karen Stanford, Chief Experience Officer of Greenkite Associates. |
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Coalition of the Willing |
16:00 - 17:00 How do we practically apply data standards to add value? A discussion led by Joe Brace, Operations Director of Lloyd’s Market Association, joined by market participants who are building solutions and processes based firmly on the adoption of data standards including the Core Data Records (CDR). The panel will be discussing what works and what is required to progress the adoption and unlocking of value across core market processes. There will also be a chance to discuss what is next, and what resources are available to date. |
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ACORD Lounge |
19:30 - 21:30
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