The prospect of major deals on both the broker and underwriter side raises challenges for all directors as they could radically re-shape the market in terms of industry dynamics, client relationships and profitability.

Join our panel of industry leaders for an authoritative exploration of where consolidation will take place and the implications of further M&A activity. Discover top decision makers’ thinking on the degree of scale required for success in the coming economic climate.

• How commoditisation in the UK regional space is affecting valuations - how much will price differentials change between businesses?
• The role of private equity in the insurance market - why are houses attracted, and what's the effect of their entrance/exit strategies?
• Is increasing regulation raising barriers to entry for investors or driving consolidation?
• Where will the next surge of capacity searching for UK acquisitions come from? UK or overseas?
• Key elements of successful pre-merger due diligence including culture and technology

The panel will give their views in brief before the discussion opens to the audience in genuine two-way conversation. This is your opportunity to have your questions answered in an open and honest forum.