Event Insurance: Managing Complex Risks and Claims

Programme Highlights

This 3-hour in-person course delves deeper into the complexities of insuring events. Events, whether large-scale concerts, corporate gatherings, sports competitions, or exhibitions, pose unique and often unpredictable risks. Beyond basic coverage, insurance professionals and event organizers must navigate issues such as contractual liability, non-appearance risks, terrorism and civil commotion, and contingent business interruption.

Led by Kenneth Tan, this interactive session will explore advanced insurance solutions, policy intricacies, claims challenges, and strategic risk management approaches. Through real-world case studies and discussions, participants will gain a more sophisticated understanding of how to structure comprehensive event insurance programs, mitigate exposures, and effectively handle claims disputes.

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3 CPD Hours
Mode: Face-to-Face Training
Date: 25 June 2025
Time: 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.

For Whom

Insurance professionals (underwriters, brokers, claims adjusters) seeking a deeper understanding of event insurance complexities
Corporate risk managers responsible for large-scale or high-profile events
Legal and compliance professionals handling event-related liabilities
Venue owners, sports organizers, and entertainment industry professionals
Event planners managing high-risk or international events

This course is designed for professionals seeking a more nuanced and practical understanding of Event Insurance, equipping them with specialized knowledge and real-world insights to tackle complex risk scenarios and optimize event insurance solutions.

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Key Learning Objectives

At the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

Differentiate between standard event insurance policies and specialized coverage for complex risks.
Analyze liability issues in event contracts and how insurance addresses indemnity clauses.
Assess the impact of force majeure, political risk, and terrorism coverage on event insurance policies.
Evaluate non-appearance and contingency coverage, including underwriting considerations for high-profile individuals.
Navigate common claims disputes and understand how loss assessments impact claims settlements.
Apply strategic risk management measures to reduce exposure and minimize insurance costs for major events.

Programme Outline

Review of Event Insurance Basics

Event Liability Considerations

Contractual Liability and Indemnification Clauses
Public Liability vs. Professional Indemnity in Event Planning

Specialized Event Insurance Coverage

Non-Appearance & Key Person Coverage (Entertainers, Speakers, Athletes)
Terrorism, Civil Commotion & Political Risk Insurance for Events
Cyber Risks in Virtual & Hybrid Events (Ticketing Fraud, Data Breaches)

Business Interruption & Contingent Risks in Events

Supply Chain Disruptions, Vendor Insolvencies & Their Insurance Implications
Weather & Natural Catastrophe Coverage – Limitations & Case Studies

Claims Management & Dispute Resolution in Event Insurance

Common Claims Challenges & How to Handle Denials
Real-World Claims Case Studies – Lessons Learned

Risk Management & Best Practices for Event Organizers & Insurers

Pre-Event Risk Assessments & Compliance with Insurance Requirements
Structuring a Comprehensive Event Insurance Program for Large-Scale Events

Programme Leader

Mr. Kenneth Tan is Head of Regional Development and Financial Lines Manager, Circles Group Singapore. He is a seasoned insurance professional with a focus in specialty insurance across Asia Pacific. Currently leading regional development at Circles Group, he has held key roles at Howden, DUAL Asia, and ACE Group, focusing on underwriting, business development, and specialty insurance solutions.

He played a pivotal role in establishing Singapore’s first successful MGA for Financial Lines and has extensive experience spanning retail, facultative to reinsurance arrangements. Kenneth holds a BSc in Banking and Finance from LSE and is passionate about driving innovation in insurance.

Programme Fee

Full Course Fee: S$218.00 (incl. of 9% GST)

Last Updated Date:

8/4/25