Launching new credit insurance venture: expert insights and strategies

Trade Finance Global (TFG) and Tinubu are co-organizing an exclusive roundtable webinar titled "Launching a New Credit Insurance Venture." This virtual event will bring together leading experts in the trade credit insurance industry to provide key insights on market entry, growth strategies, and operational challenges for businesses looking to thrive in this sector.

Moderated by Deepesh Patel, Editorial Director at TFG, the event will feature a panel of top industry leaders, including:

• Stuart Lawson, Global Head at Aon Credit Solutions;
• Marc Meyer, SVP Subject Matter Expert in Credit Insurance at Tinubu;
• Carmine Mandola, Former CEO of CrediArc;
• Tobias Powell, Head of Credit, Surety & Political Risks, SCOR P&C.

The webinar will explore crucial aspects of launching and managing a trade credit insurance venture, focusing on market entry strategies, financing, operational approaches, and the transformative impact of digitalization. Attendees will also gain insights into emerging trends and opportunities in underserved markets.

One of the key highlights of the event will be a discussion on Tinubu's latest white paper, "Launching a New Credit Insurance Venture", which offers an in-depth analysis and practical guidance on entering the credit insurance market. This white paper will serve as a valuable resource for participants seeking to understand the complexities and opportunities in the trade credit insurance industry.

Additionally, the webinar will feature case studies, including SBI General Insurance’s successful diversification into niche markets and Etihad Credit Insurance’s strategies to support SMEs in Dubai.

"This webinar will be your gateway to the future of credit insurance," said Deepesh Patel, Editorial Director at TFG. "It brings together industry titans to unpack the complexities of launching a credit insurance venture. From exploring untapped markets to leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we'll provide a roadmap for success in this dynamic field."

Join this unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders and leverage the latest research to position your business for success in the dynamic world of trade credit insurance.

All details will be communicated after the registration process is complete on the Trade Finance Global website.

About the panel of top industry leaders,

Tobias Povel, Head of Credit, Surety & Political Risks, SCOR P&C EMEA
Tobias started his career in the reinsurance industry as a pricing actuary in the area of P&C structured solutions and joined SCOR in 2007 as a Credit & Surety Underwriter. Since August 2016, Tobias has been the Head of Credit, Surety & Political Risks for SCOR P&C Specialty Lines, based in Zurich.

Carmine Mendola, Former CEO of CrediArc & Coface 
Carmine has held key roles across Europe and the Middle East, including Group CFO at ROTAREX in Luxembourg and CEO positions at Coface in Israel and Morocco. Carmine began his career as a Financial Controller at LA DORIA GROUP and later at FIAT Group. He has also lectured in Finance & Risk Management at universities in France and Italy.

Stuart Lawson, Global Head at Aon Credit Solutions
As the CEO for Aon’s Credit Solutions across EMEA, Stuart’s responsibilities include developing and executing Aon's strategy in respect of trade credit insurance and related credit and receivable financing solutions. Stuart has over 25 years of industry experience, gaining valuable experience in leading teams, client management and sales with specialist knowledge in global trade credit programmes, political risk, structured trade credit and receivable/trade finance.

Marc Meyer, SVP Subject Matter Expert, Credit Insurance at Tinubu
Marc joined Tinubu in 2005. With more than 30 years of experience in the Trade Credit Insurance industry, he plays a major role in developing the international portfolio. Marc started his career in 1989 as a credit analyst at NatWest. In 1993, he joined Euler as a senior Risk Underwriter. He then participated in and led projects that resulted in the acquisition and opening of 14 subsidiaries in 13 countries across Europe, South America, and Asia, and took part in the merger with Hermes. He holds a master’s degree in Public & International Laws and Policies from Poitiers University, and a diploma in Public Service from Sciences Po Paris.