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Insurance Trends and Challenges
In recent years, economic obstacles have been accompanied by operational challenges and increased uncertainty, as well as accelerated digitisation. The insurance industry must leave behind the status quo and focus on the future.
The Annual Gen Re Life Forum keeps you up to speed with trending challenges and opportunities. Thought leaders, both from within and outside Gen Re, and invited speakers from the industry will share their expertise with our international audience.
Shape the future and join us for a lively exchange!
A Training for Actuaries by Actuaries
Actuarial expertise plays a fundamental role in insurance. The Gen Re Actuarial Course provides a solid foundation in core actuarial techniques and recent product trends to equip young professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to design and price attractive insurance products.
The course delves into the full range of Life/Health insurance products. Each topic starts with the basics, which is then followed by in-depth discussion in trend sessions and is complemented by hands-on workshops.
Don’t miss the opportunity to upskill with Gen Re!
The Executive Programme for the 21st Century
In times of complexity and change, the insurance industry faces multiple challenges. Innovation and creativity are key factors for success. Capable decision-makers with a strategic business mindset and elaborate leadership skills are needed.
The Gen Re Management & Leadership Course prepares insurance managers and leaders to meet future trends with confidence and ability, and to inspire and drive forward efficient performance in their organisations.
Lead through the industry’s future challenges!
Great things in business are never done by one person. Product design, pricing, sales, underwriting, and claims assessment all play important parts in the ongoing insurance cycle. Spotlights, our series of 60-minute webinars, turns the spotlight on trending topics across this value chain and highlights research results for successful operations.
Gen Re’s inhouse experts will discuss future insurance trends with a digital audience tuning in from around the world. Boost your business potential by following our Spotlights series!
Webinar
Online February 26, 2026
AI in Modern Medicine – Advances & L/H Insurance Impact
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - Join us to explore how AI will be transforming healthcare by driving smarter diagnoses, predictive insights, and efficiency. For the insurance industry, these breakthroughs challenge traditional risk models while creating new opportunities for innovation.
Webinar
Online March 24, 2026
AI Unlocked – Basics, Prompting and Insurance applications
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - AI has been driving data-driven insights and process automation across insurance operations. Discover how these advances streamline underwriting, accelerate claims, enhance accuracy and empower professionals to make smarter, faster decisions.
Webinar
Online May 19, 2026
Silver Economy & LTC Insurance – Meeting Ageing Needs
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - The growing 65+ population is reshaping societies and insurance markets worldwide. Explore demographic trends, long-term care needs, and tailored insurance solutions - highlighting new opportunities for growth in the evolving Silver Economy.
Webinar
Online June 23, 2026
Insuring Children – Child‘s play or Policy Challenge?
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - Insuring children requires a unique approach – medical criteria, communication and ethical considerations differ greatly from adult coverage. Discuss product design, underwriting practices, and valuable lessons learned from the German market experience.
Webinar
Online September 8, 2026
Designing Tomorrow’s Critical Illness Insurance
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - Critical Illness insurance is evolving amid medical advances, lifestyle changes, and rising consumer expectations. Examine shifting risk definitions, regulatory pressures, and strategies for designing sustainable, relevant products.
Webinar
Online October 22, 2026
Don’t Snooze on Sleep Science – Sleep‘s Impact on Health
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - Sleep is a critical driver of health, productivity and longevity – not just a wellness trend. Discover the science behind sleep, its impact on disease risk, and what advancing sleep technologies mean for underwriting, claims, and customer engagement.
Webinar
Online December 8, 2026
Heart Valves – A Rhythmic Overview
Gen Re Spotlight Client Series - Heart valve disorders can range from minor changes to life-threatening complications -posing significant challenges for insurers. Explore valve anatomy, common conditions, and key considerations for accurate risk assessment in underwriting and claims.
What else can we do for you?
Do you have any questions? Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Business School Team.
