James Lakin, Co-Lead of Outwards Reinsurance at MS Amlin, comes on to unpack what it really takes to optimise a global reinsurance programme. We discuss the strategic game of data, relationships, and market timing.

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OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro(01:31) Welcoming James Lakin(03:45) How James Got into Reinsurance(07:12) The Strategic Role of Ceded Reinsurance(10:50) Market Shifts and Buying Strategies(14:28) Key Milestones in the Ceded Reinsurance Calendar(18:42) The Challenges of Managing Reinsurance Buying(22:30) The Future of Reinsurance Buying & AI's Role(26:15) Navigating Legacy Systems and Data Challenges(29:50) Broker Relationships & Data Control(34:10) Market Cycles & Long-Term Strategy