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April 30, 2024

COVER TechFest 2024: Registration Launch and Exciting Keynote Speakers Announced

COVER is proud to announce that registration for TechFest 2024, the premier event for innovation and agility in the insurance industry, is now open. This year's theme, "Thriving in the Age of Agile: Competing with Flexibility, Integration, and Innovation in Insurance Technology," aims to equip professionals with the insight and strategies necessary for success in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Celebrating Our 9th Edition: A Testament to Industry Leadership

First launched in 2016, TechFest has grown from a pioneering financial services technology conference into a comprehensive Insurtech event. Now in its 9th year, TechFest 2024 continues to embody our commitment to blending the latest in knowledge sharing with unparalleled networking opportunities. Having consistently attracted online attendance of over 300 industry professionals across two days, plus an intimate cocktail function with more than 100 attendees, TechFest stands as a beacon of credibility and excellence in the insurance and financial services industry.

Keynote Speakers Highlight

This year’s lineup of speakers underscores the conference’s emphasis on innovation, regulation, and data strategy:

  • Mr. Paul Donnelly, Executive Vice President, EMEA, FINEOS opens the conference with a presentation title that aligns with the conference theme: “Thriving in the Age of Agile”.
  • Vis Govender, Co-founder of Everything.Insure and CEO of FirstEquity Group, will lead a session on "Distribution Disrupted: Insurance in the Age of AI & Insurtech," diving into how artificial intelligence and Insurtech are reshaping the way insurance products are distributed.
  • Schalk Fischer from Transunion will deliver a keynote titled " Data Empowers the Age of the Individual".

Conference Highlights

TechFest 2024 promises to deliver insightful discussions on the critical need for agility in insurance, exploring the potential of SaaS solutions, the advantages of cloud migration, and strategies for maintaining flexibility during digital transformations. This online event is essential for Financial Services professionals, including Brokers, Directors, Financial Advisers, Underwriters, Claims Managers, and CEOs, offering practical strategies and insights into the future of insurance and technology.

An exclusive in-person cocktail function will also provide attendees with a unique networking opportunity to connect with peers and industry leaders.

Sponsorship Opportunities

For those interested in further engaging with this vibrant community, sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Tony at tony@cover.co.za for more details.

Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of the insurance industry's digital transformation. Register now and share this with colleagues and industry connections who will benefit from this pioneering event.

About COVER

For over 35 years, COVER has served the financial services industry: insurance, financial advisory, and risk management professionals, with the aim of empowering them with wisdom, insightful research, and continual learning. As the ultimate resource hub, COVER is dedicated to fostering growth and success in the financial services industry.

CONTACT:

Tony
Email: tony@cover.co.za


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