About The Event
In recent years, the insurance industry has faced new challenges and opportunities, prompting companies to break conventional barriers and innovate. The rise of InsurTech has introduced new business models, strategies, and advanced technologies, enabling companies to take significant steps in their digital transformation journey.
The way value is created and delivered in the insurance industry has undergone a radical shift, accelerated by the global pandemic. Leading insurance companies are reimagining their operations, both internally and externally, to meet the evolving needs of their customers. Today, staying ahead in the market requires embracing technology and digital transformation to navigate a world in flux.
As insurance leaders chart a new course driven by technological advancements, we at Altaworld are dedicated to creating an alternative ecosystem built on innovation, digital transformation, and end-to-end connections.
To stay competitive, insurance companies must accelerate their transformation efforts. Wondering how to navigate this journey? Join our Insurance Tech Innovation Conference on April 24-25, 2025, where 30+ insurance technology experts will share the latest strategies, insights, solutions, and innovations to drive your insurance transformation journey!
Meet decision-makers from across the entire insurance value chain, with 200+ leaders from technology, innovation, data, analytics, and more.
Why Attend
Knowledge Sharing
- Learn from leading experts about the latest trends and innovations in insurance technology.
- Gain actionable insights on digital transformation, AI, IoT, and blockchain.
- Understand how to leverage cutting-edge technologies to stay competitive
Build Connections
- Connect with over 200 industry professionals, including CIOs, CTOs, CEOs, and key decision-makers.
- Build relationships and exchange ideas with peers and leaders in the insurance sector.
- Explore potential business partnerships and expand your professional network.
Showcase Solutions
- Discover innovative solutions and technologies from top InsurTech companies.
- Explore products and services, such as advanced analytics, RPA, and virtual claims handling.
- Learn how to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and drive growth.
Speakers 2025
Speaker acquisition is ongoing! If you wish to participate as a speaker for the event, write to us on marketing@altaworld.tech

Commercial Transformation Director
AXA Commercial

Tavish SrivastavaHead of Pricing for Travel InsuranceAdmiral Group PLC

Hemal ThakerSenior Solutions ConsultanteGain

Senior Industry Solution Manager
M-Files

Joe DissDirector, Claims AnalyticsArch Insurnace

Petar Dimov, Founder & CEO, EuphoriaTech Group

Neil ArklieDirectorA I UK International Limited

Eric AlterSenior Vice President Risk & Cyber Engagement Leader – UK Corporate,Marsh

Sophie MeiklejohnHead of Property ClaimsMilller Insurance

Sean SpainHead of InnovationAnagnorisis

Jack WhalleyDirector-Insurance Strategy & Insurance TransformationDelloitte

Tal PotishmanInnovation & Change DirectorMarkel UK

Freddie ScarattInsurTech Global Deputy Head & Mortgage ReinsuranceGallagher Re

Co-founder
YuLife

Insurance & Enterprise Sales
V7

Director Head of Desk-Property
Davies Group

Head of Claims Operations
Howden Group

Head of Underwrting & Product
Great Lakes Insurane SE

UK & IT Director
Crowford & Company

Managing Director,
Zuko Analytics

Program Manager-Data Analytics
Chubb

Head of Insurance
BOLT

Chief Customer Officer
Qover

EVP Global Corporate Strategy
EIS Group

Managing Director
Vault

Group Client Engagement Director
Davies Group

Head of Crisis Management
Aviva

Head of SME & Schemes Trading
Covea Insurance

Head of Finance Transformation
AXA Partners

Head of Underwriting & Analytics
Sophro MGA Ltd

Country Manager
Assurant

VP Solutions Engineering
Virtuoso QA

Co-CEO
EvolutionIQ

Director of Claims, Rehabilitation and Medical Services
Unum UK
Event Schedule
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Registration and Networking
Welcome Note by Altaworld
Opening remarks by Conference Chair

Panel Discussion: The Role of AI in Underwriting – Efficiency or Over-Reliance?
Panellists:
Alan Strange, Head of Underwriting & Analytics, Sophro MGA Limited
Tavish Srivastava, Head of Data & Pricing, Admiral Group PLC
Tal Potishman, Innovation & Change Director - UK, Markel UK

Cybersecurity Preparedness
- Critical conversations on the industry's readiness for evolving
- Cyber threats, highlighting the need for advanced risk management strategies
Eric Alter, Senior Vice President, Risk & Cyber AI Engagement Leader, Marsh

Learn how connected & curated information delivers speed, accuracy, and value in Insurance
- Importance of Structured Data: Organizing data systematically to manage increasingly complex client needs
- Automation and AI: Strategies to enhance client experience and streamline operations
- Regulatory Compliance: Supporting compliance with cutting-edge technologies
Yohan Lobo, Senior Industry Solution Manager, M-Files,
Morning Refreshment and Networking

Mind the (income protection) Gap
Mike Saltzman, Co-CEO, EvolutionIQ
Paula Coffey, Director of Claims, Rehabilitation and Medical Services, Unum UK

The Future of Embedded Insurance – Hype or Disruption?
John Pyall, Head of Product, Great Lakes Insurance

AI Knowledge for Customer Service Success
Hemal Thaker, Senior Solutions Consultant, eGain
Lunch and Networking

Panel Discussion: Insurtech Startups vs. Traditional Insurers – Collaborate or Compete?
Panelists:
Freddie Scarratt, InsurTech Global Deputy Head, Gallagher Reb
Daniel Severin, Head of Insurance, BOLT
Ed Ackerman, Chief Customer Officer, Qover

Managing risk in digital transformation
James Bent, VP, Solutions Engineering, Virtuoso QA
Afternoon break and Networking

Fireside Chat: Humanizing Insurance in the Age of AI – Is Empathy the Next Big Differentiator?
Panelists:
Valentina Smirnova, Head of Finance Transformation, AXA Partners
Rory Yates, EVP Global Corporate Strategy, EIS Group
Fireside Chat: Navigating the AI Black Box in Claims Processing
Rich Boyd, Managing Director, Vault
Closing remarks by Chairperson

Drink reception and Networking

End of Day 1 & Open Networking

Registration and Networking

Welcome Note by Altaworld

Panel Discussion: Insurance for the Digital Economy – Creating New Products for Emerging Risks
Moderator:
Neil Arklie, Director, AI UK International Limited
Panellists:
Petar Dimov, Founder & CEO, EuphoriaTech Group
Sean Spain, Head of Innovation, Anagnorisis
Zainab Ibrahim, Program Manager-Data Analytics, Chubb

Panel discussion: Automation vs. Human Touch in Claims – Striking the Right Balance
Moderator:
Neil Arklie, Director, AI UK International Limited
Panellists:
Victoria Sutton, Head of Claims Operations, Howden Insurance
Sophie Meiklejohn, Head of Property Claims, Miller Insurance
Laura Harvey, Director Head of Desk-Property, Davies Group

Morning Refreshment and Networking

Forms? Where we're going we don't need forms": Why insurance forms are costing you millions and how to fix them
Alun Lucas, Managing Director, Zuko Analytics

Fireside chat: The Ethics of AI in Insurance – How to Build Trust?
Moderator:
Anand Pawar, Engineering Manager, Admiral Group Plc
Samantha Bagnall, Commercial Transformation Director, AXA Commercial
Mollie Brentnall, UK&I IT Director, Crawford & Company

Fireside chat: The Future of Brokers in the Age of Digital Distribution

Unlocking Opportunities in Niche Markets – Insuring the Uninsurable
Closing remarks by Chairperson

Lunch & Networking
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Novotel London West, London - UK
Located in the heart of Hammersmith, Novotel London West is a leading conference, events, and business hotel offering world-class facilities for corporate and social gatherings. With its strategic location near major transport links, including the Hammersmith Underground Station and Heathrow Airport, it provides seamless accessibility for both local and international attendees.
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