AXA UK & AXA XL confirmed as iCAN Silver Sponsors for 2024


iCAN is proud to announce that AXA XL are renewing their sponsorship for 2024 at our Silver level – and this year we are bringing AXA UK on board too!

This sponsorship is a testament to AXA Group’s commitment to supporting ethnic minorities and international talents as well as contributing to the UK insurance industry becoming more ethnically diverse.

iCAN and AXA’s partnership will aim at promoting AXA’s culture, roles, and DEI initiatives in 2024 and we are excited to be working with Suzanne Scott, Chief People and Corporate Responsibility Officer, AXA UK and Kaylee Darkins Chief Human Resources Officer, UK & Lloyds, AXA XL, along with the AXA UK and AXA XL teams!

More about AXA UK

AXA UK is one of the UK’s leading insurance companies and looks after the insurance needs of millions of customers across car, home, health and business. AXA UK has a single purpose - to help people move forward by protecting what matters.

When AXA UK protects what matters to its customers, people and society, it can help give them the confidence to enjoy a better future. AXA UK believes that people progress when they feel secure.

Amid rapid change and uncertainty, AXA UK is taking action to protect people and the environment from the risks that might threaten our futures. By identifying, anticipating and understanding risks, AXA UK can help make life safer, fairer and more inclusive for as many people as possible.

More about AXA XL

AXA XL is the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, known for solving even the most complex risks. From mid-sized companies to the world’s largest multinationals, they offer traditional and innovative insurance solutions and services in over 200 countries and territories.

Whatever path your business is on in these uncertain and fascinating times, they’ll be there. Wherever and whenever you need them.

How? It starts with a strong and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology and a flexible approach. Driven by a culture of superior service, our talented and recognised teams are empowered to create relevant solutions across all their lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

The sponsorship

The sponsorship

AXA & AXA XL’s joint sponsorship will support a wide range of iCAN’s ongoing and newly launched initiatives for 2024. The initiatives include our INspire self-serving mentoring platform and iCANConnect, a safe space for D&I leaders across the insurance industry, as well as our iCAN Apply Jobs Board which aims to give more access for our members to opportunities within the insurance industry.

In addition to these three main initiatives, the sponsorship will support the continuation of the Coffee with the CEO series and a range of virtual and in-person events for the 8,500+ members based in the UK and internationally.

Suzanne Scott, Chief People and Corporate Responsibility Officer, AXA said:

“Helping ethnically diverse talent to thrive is not just the right thing to do, it also enriches our industry by bringing together people with different perspectives and experiences.

“Our new partnership with iCAN further strengthens our commitment and means we can work together to promote multicultural inclusion and progression as well as celebrate the benefits of diversity in the insurance sector.”

Kaylee Darkins, Chief Human Resources Officer, UK & Lloyd’s, AXA XL said:

“We’re proud to support iCAN and believe together we can drive positive change across the industry by creating opportunities for dialogue, collaboration and action.

“We’re looking forward to leveraging our influence and resources to advocate for systemic change and are excited to partner with iCAN and the London Market to make the insurance industry more inclusive, diverse and equitable for all.”

About iCAN

The Insurance Cultural Awareness Network (iCAN) is a leading organisation committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the insurance sector. Established in 2017, iCAN has been instrumental in spotlighting cultural awareness, fostering talent, and championing diversity within the industry.

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