The presentation will aim to provide the audience with a insight into how data and digital tools can be utilised and benefit the underwriting and pricing process.
In particular, we take a deep dive into how structuring of third party data can lead to portfolio performance and process efficiencies.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this session, delegates will be able to:
- Explain how 3rd party external data can be utilised within underwriting and pricing
- Outline the benefits of how a digital ecosystem can create process efficiencies and provide a competitive underwriting advantage
- Summarise how different parts of the insurance value chain can benefit from data and digital
About the Presenters
Gery Winkler – Partner Development Manager, apinity Xplore
Gery is a seasoned business leader with a diverse educational background and a wealth of experience in the technology sector. He holds a BBA degree from EU Business School and has furthered his expertise with specialized studies in Marketing at the London Business School. Additionally, Gery completed advanced training as an Interim Executive from the European Business School in Oestrich-Winkel, sharpening his skills.
Throughout his career, Gery has held various high-impact roles in leading technology companies across Norway and Germany, including founding his own venture. His strategic insights and passion for continuous learning allow him to deliver exceptional value to his clients, consistently driving growth and innovation.
Since joining apinity in January 2023, Gery has been driving the company’s vision forward. His commitment to excellence and his ability to adapt to the ever-changing insurance landscape make him an invaluable asset to both his team and clients alike.
Arnold Magasi – Engagement Manager within the Digital Solution P&C – Insurance consulting division of Munich Re
With a global remit, he focuses on advising primary insurers on portfolio management, underwriting, market and product insights. Prior to Munich Re, Arnold was a Senior Underwriter and Chubb within the Major accounts teams and also worked at Allianz and Zurich focusing on both Underwriting and Operations.
Hassan Mourtada – Engagement Manager, Munich Re
With a BSc and MSc in Economics and extensive professional training in actuarial science and machine learning, Hassan is an Engagement Manager at the Insurance Consulting team, part of Munich Re’s Digital Solutions P&C division. Having dedicated over eight years to property and casualty insurance pricing, he has managed retail and risk pricing across various lines of business. His expertise spans traditional predictive modelling and cutting-edge machine learning, utilising both internal and external data sources, including open-source and proprietary providers. Passionate about merging domain knowledge with technology, he is committed to transforming insurance pricing and underwriting, making them smarter and more efficient.
Neal Jones – North American Business Development Manager, Munich Re
Neal Jones is the North American Business Development Manager for Munich Re’s Digital Solutions P&C Underwriting Technology Group, which includes Realytix Zero, Munich Re’s award-winning automated no-code/low-code underwriting platform.
Neal joined Munich Re in April, 2023 and works to digitalize and streamline underwriting for Munich Re clients and non-clients across the Primary Insurance, MGA and broker markets.
