AUB Group CEO Mike Emmett will take part in a “power panel” to close out the upcoming Insurance News conference in Sydney.

Outlook 2026 is on March 19 at Doltone House, Darling Island, Pyrmont, and tickets are still available here. 

Mr Emmett will be joined by AIG Australia CEO Kathleen Warden, Allianz chief GM of commercial and personal injury Julie Mitchell, and Aon Australia CEO Kevan Johnston. 

The panel is expected to tackle some of the key challenges and opportunities facing the industry this year, and give their views on issues discussed earlier in the day, including market trends, cyber and AI.

Other sessions at the Outlook 2026 event include a keynote speech by Insurance Council of Australia CEO Andrew Hall, plus discussions on the future of broking and workplace wellbeing.

Attendees will also gain access to an exclusive printed copy of our INFORM report, compiled with experts at Finity.

The report provides a detailed analysis of rates, capacity and profitability across commercial and personal lines, plus a series of in-depth features addressing issues including the rational/irrational soft market, the psychological claims crisis, and cyber risks and myths.

The event is backed by gold partners QBE and Tata Consultancy Services, and sponsors Entsia, AAMC and Australia Underwriting.

Attendees are eligible for eight ANZIIF CIP points and six NIBA CPD points.

For the first time, a breakfast briefing will also be held in Melbourne on March 25, where participants will be given a copy of the INFORM report, presented along with a recap of other key sessions.

This event is supported by Finity, Xceedance and Australia Underwriting.

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