James Campbell of Bermuda Hospitals Board and Ian Bendall of Davis LLP

With only one acute hospital on its shores, Bermuda’s healthcare has not always been at the forefront of government priorities. However, the country is now financially able to broaden its primary infrastructure, and the redevelopment of King Edward VII Memorial hospital is its largest ever public infrastructure project. James Campbell and Ian Bendall discuss the unique level of government support for the redevelopment, and the innovative solutions found in response to the project’s challenges.

Jean Paul Quiroz, Strategy and Projects Vice President, Seguros Banreservas

How do insurance companies maintain excellent performance in regions frequently assailed by natural disasters? Seguros Banreservas has maintained an A rating from Fitch Ratings for the last five years thanks to its excellent reinsurance programmes and good governance.  Jean Paul Quiroz discusses the challenges of operating in a volatile environment, the importance of technology for growth, and the benefits of being a member of the Banreservas family.

Saravana Kumar, CIO and Senior VP, Tata AIA Life

India’s life insurance market has grown rapidly in the last decade, but penetration in the country is still only 3.4 percent. Saravana Kumar explains how the insurance market has been changing, the potential for growth following the changes to limits on foreign investment, and what Tata AIA Life is doing to improve its penetration in India.

Benson Chen, President, Fubon Life Insurance

Populations around the world are getting older – but the Taiwanese population is facing one of the fastest of these demographic shifts. It’s a big challenge for insurance companies, but Fubon Life is up to the task, planning new products to cater specifically for older people and longer lives. President Benson Chen outlines the company’s latest financials and plans for the future.

Mohan De Alwis and Piyadasa Kudabalage, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Ltd.

The insurance industry is being challenged by regulatory, political and economic factors. However, in contrast to the instability seen in the US and Europe, the insurance market in Asia has enjoyed growth. Mohan De Alwis and Piyadasa Kudabalage discuss Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Ltd.’s position as the market leader in general insurance, its commitment to sustainability, and plans for global expansion.