ACORD In Touch - May 2024

Summer is around the corner!??? We're shining light on the latest industry news, events, and ACORD Standards updates.

Save the Date: ACORD Connect 2024

It's that time again! We're gearing up for our annual member training and appreciation event, ACORD Connect. This year's event will be held virtually on November 7, and registration is open now.

Hosted with M Financial Group , ACORD Connect 2024 will feature key insights on business and technology trends across the industry. Keep an eye out for more details on the day's agenda, and register now to reserve your spot.

M&A Study Reveals Key Deal Performance Insights

What are the motivations for carriers engaging in M&A transactions, and which deals lead to success? In the latest ACORD R&D report, we examined over 15,000 global carrier transactions,?revealing a "sweet spot" for successful deal performance. Read the study to discover strategies for long-term value creation in a digitalized insurance ecosystem. ACORD R&D is available free of charge to all ACORD members.

The Voice of Insurance Podcast Features Bill Pieroni

On the latest The Voice of Insurance podcast,?ACORD CEO Bill Pieroni joined AdvantageGo Global Business Leader Ian Summers for a conversation about digital insurance ecosystems. In this episode, the pair discuss?M&A deal performance, data standards, and the best applications for AI in a digitalized future. Tune in to hear their thoughts!

NGDS Final Release v1.9.0 Now Available

The ACORD Next-Generation Digital Standards Final Release v1.9.0 features updates related to the Producer Can Sell and Annuity Contract Status user stories, providing guidance and enhanced documentation for developers, testers, and other stakeholders. Members can view NGDS v1.9.0 here.

ACORD in the News

ACORD made headlines in various industry outlets this month, including Insurance Insider, PropertyCasualty360, and Digital Insurance, among other publications.?

Discover Opportunities for Digital Risk Management

On June 6, SecondSight , in collaboration with ACORD, is holding an informative event for leaders to engage with new technologies for digital risk management. Attendees may join virtually or in person at the ACORD London office, to be followed by drinks and networking. Register to attend this exclusive and engaging event.

Bill Pieroni Presents on Recent ACORD Study

At the latest ACORD Industry First virtual event,?insurance stakeholders tuned in for Bill Pieroni 's deep dive on the recent ACORD study, Mergers & Acquisitions: Value Analysis. This report features insights on the largest M&A transactions from the last decade. If you missed the live event, ACORD members can watch the latest ACORD Industry First on demand.

Register Now: Women in Insurance Initiative Q2 Meeting

On?Tuesday, June 25, the Women in Insurance Initiative is hosting their end-of-quarter meeting. The WII Catalyst Committee will share new details about their DEIB Playbook, along with key insights from WII leaders on building the talent pipeline, promoting insurance careers for young professionals, and the current state of women's careers in insurance. All are welcome to join — register now!

Connect with Insurance Technology Professionals

The ACORD Insurance Technology Career Center provides a platform for employers to explore new talent within the insurance and technology space. ACORD members can join the Career Center free of charge, posting open positions and connecting with the next generation of insurance talent. Job seekers can also post their resumes and browse a wide range of positions at leading organizations. Sign up today!

June 2-4, 2024 PIA of NJ and NY Annual Conference Atlantic City, NJ

June 4, 2024 IICF Northeast Forum New York, NY

June 5-6, 2024 Insurtech Insights USA 2024 New York, NY

June 6, 2024 Exposure Management for Digital Risk London/Virtual

September 7-11, 2024 Rendez-Vous de Septembre Monte Carlo, Monaco

September 15-17, 2024 IDMA 2024 Annual Conference Philadelphia, PA

October 15-17, 2024 InsureTech Connect Vegas 2024 Las Vegas, NV

October 20-24, 2024 Baden-Baden Reinsurance Meeting Baden-Baden, Germany

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