The evolution of SME and mid-market insurance distribution over the next 10 years will be the focus of a key session at the Insurance News Outlook 2026 conference.

National Insurance Brokers Association president Nick Cook, Insurance Advisernet MD Shaun Standfield, McLardy McShane Partners CEO Meg Long and PSC CEO Ben Goodall are confirmed to take part in the panel discussion.

NIBA recently released its Ready or Reacting report, which looks at the key issues affecting intermediaries, and how prepared businesses are, up to 2035.

The Outlook event in Sydney on March 19 promises “plain language, real conversations on people and culture, and unfiltered perspectives from industry leaders”.

Brokers will learn the next steps to grow profitably, manage risk, elevate client experience and build a resilient team.

Exclusive insights from the INFORM 2026 Market Outlook Report by Insurance News and Finity will be shared with attendees, as will wellbeing strategies to reduce burnout, spot risks early, handle tough conversations and lift team performance.

Expert speakers and panellists will examine key issues affecting the insurance industry, with session topics to include global perspectives on growth, smarter cyber decisions and the evolution of claims.

Outlook will wrap up with a CEO panel exploring the year ahead, which includes Aon CEO Kevan Johnston, followed by networking drinks.

Alongside Finity, the conference is supported by gold partner QBE and sponsors Entsia and AAMC.

The event is at Doltone House Darling Island in Pyrmont. Attendees are entitled to eight ANZIIF CIP points and six NIBA CPD points.

Access discounted early bird tickets here.