QBE Asia

In 2023, financial services remains among the top 5 most targeted sectors for cyberattacks in Asia. Learn more about current cyber threats impacting the financial services industry, both here and abroad, by reading the latest QBE white paper here.: https://lnkd.in/gBJTZzvH #QBEInsurance #QBEAsia #CyberRisks #CyberThreats #FinancialServices

Last week, we celebrated the graduation of our Future Leaders Program participants. After nine months of intensive development, these outstanding individuals have showcased exceptional growth and commitment, ready to elevate QBE Hong Kong to new heights. Their graduation speeches, filled with insights on continuous learning and collaboration, highlighted their readiness to embody and enact our core values. As this chapter concludes, our support for these rising leaders continues unabated. We are eager to witness how they will leverage their skills to drive innovation and make impactful contributions. Lei Yu, Harshit Anand, Christelle Poh, Kelvin Woo, Jasmine Wan, Keith Choy, CHI ERA HU, Ivy Cheung, May Liu, Andrew C., Sun Yeung, Ken S., Sarah L., Jennifer Lo,Tommy Tsui, Ben Patrick, Joe Leong, Canon Liu, Cindy Ng, Clara Yip

Extortion cyber attacks rank financial services as 4th most targeted - reported by Insurance Asia following the release of the QBE Insurance Cyber Whitepaper. Click on the link to read more - https://lnkd.in/ghdCjCHJ

Join us for an enlightening in-person session co-organized with PARIMA, titled “Moving Target - Proactive Risk Management against NatCats.”    This panel features a lineup of industry experts, Kevin Bermingham, Catastrophe Modelling Manager at QBE Asia, Jeremy Lau, Chief Underwriting Office at QBE Asia, Kelvin Woo, Head of Corporate Underwriting at QBE Hong Kong, and Andrew Chan, Senior Manager, Risk and Opportunity at CLP Power Hong Kong Limited. They will discover proactive measures to mitigate the impact of NatCat events such as Typhoon Saola. PARIMA's Hong Kong Board Member, Antonio Kam, Head of Insurance, Asia Pacific at BASF will moderate the session. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and exchange ideas with peers dedicated to building a resilient future. Save your spot and register today! https://lnkd.in/gnUqbxhN.

Are SMEs taking unnecessary risks by not getting insured? Low awareness, limited bandwidth and cost are among factors hindering take-up. QBE Singapore’s Head of Underwriting, Retail & SME, Shun Quan Goh (SQ), Brian Mae’s Account Manager, Lester Wee and Jack Ho, owner of The Flying Squirrel Sushi Bar discuss more. Click on the link read the full article - https://lnkd.in/gfVFkn5y #QBEInsurance #QBEAsia #QBESingapore #SMEBusiness #SMERisks #BusinessRisk #SMEInsurance

QBE is dedicated to uncovering and mitigating the latest cyber risks. Learn about the latest cyber threats and gain threat intelligence insights affecting the financial services industry by reading the QBE White Paper released today. Click on the link to find out more - https://lnkd.in/g5k6B3VW #QBEInsurance #QBEAsia #CyberRisks #CyberThreats #FinancialServices

QBE Singapore recently had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive CEO Social Night Out at 67 Pall Mall for the CEOs of our valued Financial Advisory (FA) firm partners. This private event was a fantastic opportunity to discuss our shared vision for the future and our unwavering commitment to expanding our FA business portfolio. The FA business portfolio remains one of our fastest growing channels and continues to be our priority as we drive this growth trajectory forward. We are dedicated to providing enhanced support for our FA partners through increased engagement and recognition for the advisors. QBE Qnect, our industry-leading point-of-sales and resource platform, will play a crucial role in driving transactions with our FA partners, maximizing its full potential. We were honoured to host this private event led by our CEO for Singapore, Ronak Shah and were privileged to have our CEO for Asia, Robert Kosova to join us. QBE Singapore’s Head of Agency and FAs, Lena Tang and Head Underwriting, Retail and SME, Shun Quan Goh (SQ) also attended, demonstrating our dedication to our FA business partners. Our FA partners expressed their enthusiasm for our proactive stance and are eager to strengthen our collaboration. Together, we are poised for a bright future and remain committed to supporting our FA partners every step of the way. AIA Financial Advisers Alpha Wealth Financial Advisers Financial Alliance Pte Ltd Great Eastern Financial Advisers Private Limited Infinity Financial Advisory Infinitum Financial Advisory Pte Ltd IPP Financial Advisers Phillip Securities Pte Ltd PromiseLand Independent Synergy Financial Advisers Ltd Cornerstone Davy Hoong Michael Lee Vincent Ee Jesslyn Tan Poh Choon Kia Sean David O. Ronald Tan Lisa Lee Graham Choo Adrian P. #QBEAsia #QBEInsurance #QBESingapore #Qnect #BusinessGrowth #FinancialAdvisory #Leadership #Networking #Innovation #Collaboration #Success

Embrace #resilience in the face of escalating NatCat risks!   In the aftermath of Typhoon Saola's unprecedented impact, Hong Kong’s financial community converges to fortify defences against future natural disasters. Join us at QBE Hong Kong Café and engage with industry leaders: Jeremy Lau, Chief Underwriting Office at QBE Asia, Kevin Bermingham, Catastrophe Modelling Manager at QBE Asia and Kelvin Woo, Head of Corporate Underwriting at QBE Hong Kong as they share strategies to bolster business continuity and minimise operational disruptions. Antonio Kam, Head of Insurance, Asia Pacific at BASF will moderate the session. Gain invaluable knowledge in NatCat modelling, disaster planning best practices, and innovative risk financing solutions to safeguard your organisation's sustainability. Secure your spot at this essential gathering to connect, learn, and strengthen resilience in a volatile world. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gnUqbxhN

On August 1, 2024, we celebrated a significant milestone – the 10th Anniversary of QBE Qnect at Level Up Clarke Quay, Singapore! More than 300 attendees, from QBE staff to our esteemed partners across multiple distribution channels joined us for this memorable event. There was a blend of engaging activities, including a customised game of Bingo designed to foster stronger connections between our partners and QBE staff. Launched in 2014 in Singapore, QBE Qnect has been at the forefront of transforming the way our intermediaries transact insurance directly with QBE. Users consistently praise QBE Qnect for its unparalleled convenience and efficiency, setting the industry benchmark and ensuring a seamless experience when doing business with QBE. A special thank you to our Singapore CEO, Ronak Shah, and our dedicated staff members, Shun Quan Goh (SQ), Corinna Khoo, Dennis Leong, Jaclyn C., Ng Si Hwee and many others, whose invaluable support has been instrumental in making QBE Qnect the leading platform in the market. We are also immensely grateful to our award winners, Professional Investment Advisory Services Pte Ltd and our agents Rick Seah, Koh Benjamin, Kevin Tay who have been advocates of QBE Qnect throughout the years. Here’s to another decade of innovation and success with QBE Qnect! To find out more about QBE Qnect, visit: https://lnkd.in/gKMapcVQ #QBEQnect #10YearsAnniversary #InsuranceInnovation #QBEAsia #IndustryLeadership #Networking #Celebration #QBEInsurance

Recently, Nhan Tran, General Director of QBE Vietnam, provided expert insights at an Australian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (AusCham) Vietnam webinar, entitled “Demystifying Insurance Compliance in Vietnam.” The webinar was a deep dive into complex topics about compulsory insurance in Insurance Business Law, covering areas such as motor vehicle liability, fire and explosion, construction activities, and other regulatory compliance. Nhan’s clear and expert guidance sparked lively discussions, making the legal intricacies understandable and relevant to our everyday business operations.