PwC Announce Speakers For 2026 Summit
PwC Bermuda has announced an “exceptional lineup of global industry leaders for its 19th annual Insurance Summit, bringing together some of the sector’s most influential decision-makers to discuss the risks, opportunities and strategic choices shaping the future of re/insurance.”
A spokesperson said, “The Summit takes place on 10 November 2026 at the Hamilton Princess Hotel and is expected to draw over 400 attendees from 175+ organisations. Registration is now open.
“As the insurance industry confronts a rapidly evolving risk landscape, three of the sector’s most respected leaders will take the stage to examine what lies ahead.
“Stephen Catlin, Founder and Life President of Convex Group Limited; Dan Glaser, Operating Partner at Clayton, Dubilier & Rice and former CEO of Marsh & McLennan; and Fiona Luck, Deputy Chair and Senior Independent Director for the Council of Lloyd’s of London, will draw on decades of experience to discuss the strategic decisions that will define the next era of re/insurance, from capital allocation and market transformation to talent, technology and the changing nature of risk itself.
“AI’s impact on underwriting, risk selection, and client engagement will be a prominent theme, with Dr. Oliver Wing, Chief Scientific and Product Officer at Fathom, a Swiss Re-owned company, exploring how AI is reshaping disaster modelling, particularly flood risk.
“Dr. Alok Aggarwal, AI visionary, Founder, CEO and Chief Data Scientist of Scry AI, and board member of Portage AI, will share insights into AI’s evolving role in insurance—including the advancement of document intelligence for financial services.
“Other topics on the agenda include:
- Staying agile in a volatile environment while unlocking new growth opportunities
- Preparing for the next climate shock and the role of prevention, data, and technology
- Managing systemic cyber risk and the role of capital markets and public-private partnerships
- Evolving talent and workforce dynamics
- Addressing interconnected risks across climate, cyber, and geopolitics
- Creating a balance sheet opportunity out of legacy business
- Capital partners and the convergence opportunity
- Growth frontiers in life re/insurance, including asset-intensive reinsurance [AIR]
Arthur Wightman, PwC Bermuda Territory and Insurance Leader said: “PwC’s summit provides an important annual platform for industry leaders to come together, share perspectives and explore how we can respond to rapid change with innovation and confidence. Bermuda’s position at the heart of the global risk and capital landscape gives us a unique role in advancing these conversations and helping shape the future of the industry.”
A spokesperson added, “Other confirmed speakers include:
- Marc Amen, CEO, North America and Bermuda, Ascot
- Jim Bichard, CFO, Lloyd’s
- Will Bridger, CEO, Compre Group
- Paul Brockman, Group CEO, RiverStone International
- Vicky Carter, Chairman of Global Capital & Advisory, Guy Carpenter & Company
- Neil Eckert, Chief Executive Officer, Conduit Re
- Kathleen Faries, CEO, Artex Capital Solutions
- Gerald Gakundi, Deputy Managing Director – Supervision, Bermuda Monetary Authority
- Marc Giguere, President and CEO, NA, Munich Re
- Jerome Halgan, Chief Executive Officer, Arch Global Reinsurance Group
- Michael Millette, Co-Founder, Managing Partner, Hudson Structured Capital Management Ltd
- David Ni, Chief Strategy Officer, Enstar
- Chris Parry, Senior VP and Global Head of Capital Partners, RenaissanceRe Capital Partners
- Joe Peiser, CEO of Risk Capital, Aon
- Cynthia F. Smith, Chair and CEO of Chariot Re
- Christopher Sparro, Chief Executive Officer, North America, Sompo Commercial P&C Insurance
- Simon Wilson, CEO, Markel Insurance
“Further speakers and the full agenda to be announced. Our official media partner this year is Insurance Insider, the leading digital platform providing exclusive news, insight and analysis for the world’s top insurers and reinsurers.
Registration details:
“The standard registration is $695 [in-person only]. Group discounts apply buy 3 or more passes, get 10% off; buy 10 or more passes, get 15% off. Registration closes on November 5, 2026.
CPE credit:
“Attendees have the opportunity to earn CPE credits.”
