Date: 17th March 2024 Time: 9.00-10.00am
Venue: Sheikh Zayed Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building, LSE (map)
Speaker: Rosie Denée (Lloyd’s Lab)
Chair: Juanita González-Uribe (FMG & LSE Finance)
Join us for an exclusive pitch-day teaser with participants from Lloyd’s Lab, a top Insurtech accelerator led by Rosie Denee. Get a firsthand look at groundbreaking innovations as Lloyd’s Lab startups present their business pitches. Don’t miss this dynamic showcase of the future of insurance!
This lecture series focuses on the role of finance in the entrepreneurial journey. The aim is to improve our understanding of the role of early-stage financiers in the start-up and scale-up of new ventures. Discussions will touch upon several research topics like the types of constraints that limit the start and growth of new companies, and the role of specialized financiers, as well as policy, in mitigating them.
Registration
This public event is delivered in-person only, is free and open to all, with no ticket or pre-registration required. Attendance will be on a first-come, first-served basis, within the limits of the venue capacity.
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Rosie Denée, Head of Innovation and Academy at Lloyd's, is a dynamic force in the insurance market with over a decade of experience as a broker specialising in risk management. Since joining Lloyd's in August 2020, Rosie has been at the forefront of driving strategic initiatives to advance innovation and accelerate transformation within the industry.
As a visionary leader, Rosie has propelled the Lloyd's Lab to international acclaim, positioning it as the pioneering InsurTech accelerator. Under her guidance, the programme has successfully launched numerous cohorts, fostering groundbreaking insurance products and catalysing change within the Lloyd's market.
In her role, Rosie continues to push boundaries and foster collaboration. Her comprehensive approach spans from engaging with prospective InsurTechs and insurers to meticulously planning and executing innovation programmes. Rosie's leadership extends to overseeing the Lloyd's Academy, further emphasizing her commitment to developing talent and expertise within the industry.
An esteemed international conference speaker, Rosie's insights are sought after on a global scale. Her expertise in innovation, coupled with her responsibilities in education and development, solidifies her reputation as a trailblazer in the insurance market. With her passion for accelerating innovation and nurturing talent, Rosie is reshaping the landscape of insurance, propelling Lloyd's into a new era of dynamic growth and opportunity.
Juanita González-Uribe is Associate Professor in Finance at the London School of Economics. Her research focuses on entrepreneurship, private equity and innovation. Her work spans different regions including Latin America, the UK, and the USA.
