About this Event
Over the past year alone, Business Interruption (BI) policies have been put to the test like never before - facing challenges from rising global tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and escalating cyber risks. Many of these issues arise from circumstances completely outside of policyholders’ control. Meanwhile, traditional triggers such as property damage and non-damage events continue to evolve, with recent landmark rulings on furlough shedding light on long-standing uncertainties.
Don't miss CILA's annual BI Technical Day hosted at Kennedy’s - a dynamic and insightful event designed to explore how BI claims handling must evolve in today’s fast-changing landscape. Gain valuable perspectives on adapting to current events and understanding policy responses, while connecting with industry peers through extensive networking opportunities during and after the sessions.
Keep scrolling to see the agenda for the day.
Who should attend?
This event welcomes all professionals eager to stay ahead in the BI field. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned specialist, you'll gain valuable insights.
Tickets are limited - book now to avoid disappointment!
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Registration & Coffee
🕑: 10:20 AM - 10:30 AM
Welcome
Host: Angus Osborne-White
Info: Angus and John will open the event and set the scene for the day ahead.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Prevention of Access & Loss of Access
Host: Maina Wagiciengo
Info: Presented by Maina Wagiciengo (Director, Forensic Advisory Services at Sedgwick) and Anthony Benson (Senior Claims Adjuster - Commercial Property at QBE European Operations)
🕑: 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Coffee Break
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
AI & BI: Evolving Risks
Host: Bernard Regan
Info: This session explores how artificial intelligence is creating new cyber and insurance exposures. Attendees will examine risks involving model loss, data poisoning, outages, privacy, misuse and legal discovery, supported by real-world examples. The discussion will consider practical implications for governance, underwriting, policy wording, restoration costs, business interruption and emerging coverage gaps.
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Tariffs & Sanctions
Host: Angus Osborne-White
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Supply Chains Under Pressure - From Global disruption to Business Interruption
Host: Evans Vlachos
Info: Global supply chains have faced unprecedented disruption in recent years, driven by geopolitical conflict, economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures and evolving trade relationships. This session examines how these events translate into Business Interruption exposures and claims. Using real-world examples and a case study, we will explore how supply chain disruption can affect volumes, prices, profitability and recovery strategies across multiple jurisdictions. The session will examine the challenges of quantifying losses where markets themselves have been materially altered by the triggering event, alongside the downstream impacts on businesses and consumers.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Coffee Break
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Panel Discussion
Host: John Farrell
Info: Laura Lagana will moderate the panel discussion between John Farrell, Rebecca Gavin, Adrian Maurice and Tim McGain.
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Melissa Cunningham
Info: Melissa will wrap up the day with key takeaways and closing reflections.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking Drinks
Info: We invite you to stay for networking drinks following the event and continue the day’s discussions with fellow attendees and speakers.
Event venue & nearby stays
Kennedys, 20 Fenchurch Street, London, United Kingdom
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