Innovations & Insights in Middle East Insurance with Howden's Richard Market | FS Brew PodcastIn this episode of FS Brew, hosts Renjit Phillip and Vidya Veerapandian welcome Richard Mockett, CEO of Howden Insurance Brokers for the Middle East and Africa. Discover how Richard transitioned from a DJ to a leader in the insurance industry, and delve into Howden's strategic expansion in the Middle East and Africa. The dialogue covers Howden's approach to cybersecurity and climate risk resilience, innovative insurance solutions like the Cyber Plus product, and the pioneering use of parametric insurance. Richard also discusses the role of AI in insurance, regulatory changes in the UAE, and Howden's vision for growth within the region. Whether you're an insurance professional or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with valuable insights and forward-thinking strategies.00:00 Introduction to FS Brew Podcast00:28 Guest Introduction: Richard Mockett01:13 Richard's Career Journey02:26 Howden Insurance: Overview and Operations04:36 Expansion Plans in the Middle East and Africa07:14 Cyber Risks and Howden's Solutions12:05 Energy Sector and Climate Risk19:34 Supply Chain Risks and Red Sea War Risk Facility22:55 Impact of AI in Insurance26:06 Regulations and Market Changes in UAE29:03 Personal Lines and InsureTech34:49 Challenges and Vision for the Future38:03 Rapid Fire QuestionsRenjit Philip:Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.onemorethinginai.com⁠⁠⁠Socials:Twitter / X: @renjitphilipLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/renjit-philip⁠⁠⁠Vidya Veerapandian:⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidya-veerapandian/⁠I’ve got a favour to ask! If you enjoy this conversation, please double check that you’ve liked the video and subscribed to the channel! That's a small way you can help us carry on doing this, really appreciate you!