What is the BIBA Conference?

The BIBA conference is Europe’s largest insurance broking event, attracting over 9,500 attendees, 220+ exhibitors, and 50+ industry-leading speakers across an action-packed two days. Held this year at Manchester Central, the event promises to deliver unprecedented value to insurance professionals and our team cannot wait to attend.

Known for showcasing inspirational speakers, practical seminars and insightful talks from the industry’s biggest names, BIBA 2025 is set to raise the bar once more. 538 is thrilled to announce that Paul, Clark, Erin, and Jack will be at this year’s event.

Reflecting on Last Year’s Success

Paul Barnett and Rick Maxted who attended last year’s conference shared:

“It is great when you are approached by new parties to meet up when they know you are going to BIBA…..you never quite know what it might lead to and what the overall possibilities are and that is the beauty of it ! We are hoping that it will be as beneficial to us this year, as well as catching up with some of our existing partners/producers in business”. – Paul Barnett, Head of UK Underwriting

“Always provides a great networking opportunity whether meeting existing clients or indeed potential new contacts. Attendance in previous years has always proved to be worthwhile as far as growing our portfolio is concerned”. – Rick Maxted, Business Development

This Year’s Promise

BIBA 2025 is shaping up to be more impressive than ever, featuring an exceptional line-up of speakers including former Secretary of State for Defence Penny Mordaunt, England football manager Sir Gareth Southgate, award-winning journalist Clive Myrie, and Green & Black’s co-founder Jo Fairley. The breadth of knowledge and experience concentrated in one venue will undoubtedly bring renewed perspective and inspiration to our team.

As Clark Gardiner from our team notes:

“BIBA has always been a great place to trade, learn and invest in the people in our industry to better work for our insureds because at the end of the day that’s who it’s all about.  I am looking forward to doing that all over again at BIBA 2025 and especially learning from those around me”. – Clark Gardiner, Senior Underwriter

BIBA Speakers and Agenda Highlights

From discussions centred on the new era of geopolitics to exploration of the interdependent relationship between brokers, insurers and reinsurers, the exhibition promises to be a thrilling event packed with learning and development opportunities for our team.

Beyond insurance-specific talks, we’re particularly looking forward to hearing from Anthony Joshua OBE, two-time heavyweight world champion. His presentation on his professional journey promises to be both inspirational and instructive, demonstrating how dedication and resilience lead to success—principles that resonate deeply with our philosophy.

The event also hosts a young brokers day for professionals in the early stages of their careers, a fringe stage providing opportunities for attendees to dive deeper into avenues for revenue generation, a cyber hub and a women in insurance breakfast.

Networking Opportunities at BIBA

Perhaps the most valuable aspect of BIBA 2025 will be the opportunity to connect with peers and industry leaders. If you would like to meet us, please reach out to one of our team members and we can book a slot for you.

Looking Forward

The countdown to BIBA 2025 has begun and we will be sharing our key takeaways and insights after the event, so stay tuned!

Interested in connecting with our team? Reach out to schedule a meeting.

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