The conference will feature an innovatively designed immersive experience for participants structured to capture industry players thinking, speculation and ideation. One to one meeting match ups and facilitation for participants designed to cultivate relationships, networks and potential business partner opportunities. Dedicated sponsor networking space with topical focus and rolling stand up meetings sharing latest industry trends, market intelligence and innovations. Here are 10 reasons to attend the conference in 2016.
1. Locate
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Did you know that more than half of the world’s top 20 insurance companies have a base in Dublin? And this figure is increasing due to Ireland’s enviable location on the edge of Western Europe.
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/why_come_locate_big.jpg)
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/ideate.jpg)
2. Ideate
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Explore leading edge thinking and ideas and learn from industry leaders.
3. Connect
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Be surrounded by your people. It is not just the speakers that make the conference programme it is the atmosphere and character that the delegates bring with them. You will have the opportunity to meet, talk and learn from each other.
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/connect.jpg)
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/meet.jpg)
4. Meet
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Our speakers are our delegates, they are receptive – come with questions leave with answers. They join us for the social programme and this allows everyone to socialise freely for the duration of the conference.
5. Network
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dublin is not just one of Dublin’s largest meeting and conference venues, it is an iconic hotel. Modern, stylish and completely refurbished. With the conference and accommodation at the one venue optimises networking opportunities.
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/network.jpg)
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/future.jpg)
6. Future Proof
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Discover and explore the new and innovative technologies shaping the sector and see how they will impact the future.
7. Profile
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Build your personal and professional profile among the global business, financial services and insurance industry. Profile new products and services to a European audience. Be seen.
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/profile.jpg)
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/engage.jpg)
8. Engage
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Engage with Politician’s, Global and Domestic CEO’s, Policy Makers and Senior Regulators throughout Europe. Take the opportunity to engage with and meet the key decision makers.
9. Experience
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
See what our fair city has to offer. A city famed for poets and scholars, a feast of history, traditions, gorgeous pubs, music and fun. Enjoy its many attractions and the famous Irish welcome.
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/experience.jpg)
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/celebrate.jpg)
10. Celebrate
![](http://ieconf2016.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/divider.png)
Join us in this special year to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the founding of Insurance Ireland.