CLCN Public Speaking Club #42: Protecting Futures: The Past, Present, and Career Pathways of the Insurance Industry

About the Speaker:

Peter Alderson, Director IPMB Insurance Placement and Management Brokers

About the Speaker: Peter is currently a Director, Responsible Manager, and Representative of IPMB, Insurance Placement and Management Brokers. Peter has provided insurance services to the insurance sector and his clients since 1985 commencing his career with and insurer and in 1995 moving into insurance broking. He specialises in insurance placement, management and risk programs for SME small to medium enterprises in most sectors including Transport and Logistics, Property Owners, Medical, Not for Profit/Disability, Retail, Manufacturing, Rural and Professional Business Services. Peter is a Senior Associate CIP with the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance and holds Diplomas of Insurance broking and Financial Planning. He is passionate about providing professional personal advice and risk placement to his clients to achieve the affirmative outcomes that insurance should provide. As a broker Peter represents his clients interests and provides strong advocacy for them when needed.

About the Session: 

• A brief world history of the insurance industry;

• The development of insurance in Australia;

• Key players in Australian and global insurance markets;

• Career pathways and opportunities in the insurance sector;

• The importance of risk protection for individuals and businesses; and

• Advice for those considering careers in financial services.

This session will also give participants a chance to practice their public speaking skills.

Schedule:

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Networking over refreshments

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Public speaking games and activities

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Keynote speech by Peter Alderson followed by Q&A.

🎟 Admission: Free!