Modern Insurance Magazine Issue 65

“The calibre of entries was top-notch, and the
energy in the room was truly electric. It was
awesome to see upcoming industry trailblazers
being recognised for doing amazing things,
along with some familiar faces. The dinner (and
Guinness) was also excellent... it offered the
perfect fuel for a night of celebration and a
marathon PB on the Sunday! Here’s to another
year of claims innovation, great networking and,
of course, delicious dark beer!”
Rory Pyke, Senior Global Partnerships Manager,
Insurtech Insights
“I was extremely honoured to be a judge at this
year’s Modern Claims Awards, and it was great to
catch-up with so many industry leaders. However, I
had not expected three things to be true. One, that
I would hear about so many incredible businesses
in insurance claims. I thought I knew most, but
the event taught me there’s still a lot more to
learn. Two, that an awards based in Liverpool
is essential; insurance needs this event and the
opportunity to celebrate outside of London in
particular. And three, that this industry continues
to surprise and inspire me. The people and
businesses we celebrated bring so much to our
industry, from supporting fresh talent coming in
through to driving our purpose and ensuring the
wider ecosystem remains fit and healthy. Claims is
the moment of truth, and this event was proof of
that. My congratulations again to all involved, and
I hope to see even more new faces same time next
year!”
Rory Yates, Head of Strategy EMEA, EIS
”My highlight of the night was having the pleasure
of sitting next to the lovely Amelia Barlow!”
Charles Layfield, Owner, Charles Layfield Limited
“Well, Modern Claims Awards 2024 did not
disappoint! A fantastic night full of great people in
a fantastic venue. Great to catch up with everyone,
to see the joy on the winners’ faces… and what a
brilliant Chair Judge David Williams was. I don’t
get the chance to dance nearly enough these
days, so I relish these events to remember what
fun it is! Shoutout to my talented dance partners,
Adele & Pam!! Just deadly.”
Donna Scully, Joint Owner/Director, Carpenters
Group
“I have to say that the Modern Claims Awards was
simply outstanding from start to finish. They really
know how to put the ‘modern’ into claims! The
attendees were of an excellent standard, which
created the perfect opportunity for networking in
fun surroundings.”
Bobby Gracey, Group Head of Counter Fraud,
Charles Taylor
“Parametric insurance is proving to be an
invaluable part of our insurance ecosystem,
celebrated alongside indemnity. It was a highlight
to be recognised as one of the best in class for
claims management, because what we are doing is
really helping to transform the image of insurance.
The WWF describes parametric insurance as
one of the critical tools to protect our planet and
promote resilience.”
Ola Jacob, UK & Ireland Business Development
Director, Descartes Underwriting
CELEBRATING
20 YEARS
IN BUSINESS
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MODERN INSURANCE | 65