Recognition of Excellence Award

ICIC v.z.w are proud to announce the W.E. Cox Recognition of Excellence Award 2018.
Supported by the AIMU (American Institute of Marine Underwriters) and MICA (Marine and Insurance Claims Association)

PLEASE NOTE:
The 2018 application period is now open and will close on 4 May 2018.

The workforce of the future is going to be much more of a blend of age, skills, desires and values and the nurturing of creative talent. Looking for innovative ways to give individuals the skills to develop, must continue to be of great importance throughout people’s careers.

This award aims to encourage the younger generation to participate in development and education, with a view to furthering their careers.

Sponsored by W.E. Cox and championed by the AIMU (American Institute of Marine Underwriters) and MICA (Marine and Insurance Claims Association), this award is open to those who are under 35 and have worked within the UK/European marine market either in or via Lloyd’s, for at least a year.

Applicants are asked to:

- compose an answer to the following question: 'Which disruptor do you think will have the biggest impact on the cargo insurance market over the next 5 years and why?' (1000-1500 words)
- tell us a bit about yourself and answer the following question: 'If you were to sail a boat anywhere worldwide, where would you go and why?' (100-150 words)

Submission deadline: Friday 4th May 2018

The winner will receive:

- complimentary attendance to ICIC 2018 (courtesy of W.E. Cox) and will be invited to participate on the U35's panel discussion at the event, as well as submitting an editorial for the ICIC and AIMU websites and;

- return flights to New York with two nights accommodation (courtesy of W.E. Cox);
- complementary registration to AIMU Marine Insurance Day Conference (courtesy of AIMU);
- invitation to the Marine Insurance Claims Association (MICA) Gala Dinner taking place on 5th October 2018 at the W.E. Cox table (courtesy of MICA).

The winner will require permission from their company to attend ICIC 2018, the AIMU conference and MICA dinner in New York. If you fail to comply your prize becomes invalid. Applicants should note that decisions made by our panel of judges will be final.

To apply for a chance to win this prestigious award, simply download the application form below and complete two questions before submitting your application here.

We wish you the very best of luck!

2017 Award Winner

The 2017 W.E. Cox Recognition of Excellence Award was won by Alex O'Brien (Chubb), who was presented with his award by Michael Cox (W.E. Cox) at ICIC v.z.w 2017. Alex particpated on the U35's panel and is pictured below with the 2017 AIMU Award Winner Jacqueline Nolan (Claims Specialist, CNA) (below, centre).

Michael Cox (left), Alex O'Brien (right)

The prize for the winner, provided by W.E. Cox, will include complimentary registration and a place on the U35’s Panel Session at ICIC v.z.w. 2018 Conference (11-12 June) and return (economy) flights with 2 nights’ accommodation (at the Marriot Marquis Hotel, New York, subject to availability). The winner must be available to participate at ICIC v.z.w., and to travel to New York for the AIMU Conference and MICA Dinner 05 October.
The Judge’s decision is final.
ICIC v.z.w. accepts no liability whatsoever in relation to the provision of the prize nor any liability for any injury and/or damage to persons or property occurring during or as a result of the receipt of the prize, including the travel or accommodation, offered by W.E. Cox as part of this prize.
ICIC v.z.w. is a not for profit company