Fully Covered

In this final episode of the Fully Covered EIF 2025 series, Emma is joined by two expert panels featuring Patrick Tiernan (CEO, Lloyd’s), Darren O’Neill (Partner, PwC), Colin Melody (Director of Data & AI, Deloitte), Cathal Ryan (Deputy Data Commissioner), and Noel Feehily (President, Insurance Ireland). Together, they unpack some of the biggest issues facing the industry today. A dynamic, insight...

Episode 2 of Fully Covered takes listeners inside the European Insurance Forum 2025 with a series of thought-provoking conversations and panels. The episode features an inspiring discussion with Adam Harris, CEO of AsIAm, on inclusion and accessibility in the workplace; an engaging chat with Karl Blake from IFS Skillnet about skills development and the future of talent in financial services; an in...

Episode 1 from the European Insurance Forum 2025 is now live on Fully Covered! Recorded on-site, this episode dives into the theme "Resilience & Revitalisation," featuring lively discussions on how AI is transforming insurance, where the industry’s headed, and what it takes to stay ahead. The event brought together top industry leaders to explore innovation, collaboration, and the positive develop...

In this episode, we sit down with Ronan O’Riordan, Head of Business Development at Schroders, to explore the evolving landscape of the asset management industry. Ronan shares his perspective on market dynamics, client expectations, and the strategic shifts shaping investment firms today. We also discuss how Schroders is positioning itself for long-term growth amid regulatory change, technological...

In this episode, I am joined by Gary Staken from Finalyse, who shares his expert perspective on the significant milestones that have shaped the insurance regulatory landscape in Ireland. Gary takes us on a journey through the key regulatory developments, offering a detailed look at how the industry has evolved over time and what these changes mean for insurers and consumers today. Whether you're...

Join us for a deep dive into the 2025 reinsurance renewal season, where we analyse the key factors shaping the market, including pricing trends, capacity challenges, and evolving underwriting strategies. Whether you're a broker, underwriter, or industry observer, this episode will provide valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of the renewal period.

In this episode, Rosalind shares an insightful overview of the Injuries Resolution Board, covering its origins, purpose, and organisational structure. She delves into the Board's objectives and offers invaluable perspectives on its impact within the claims environment. So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy this engaging conversation!

Fully Covered had the privilege of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live at the European Insurance Forum, held at Dublin Castle on 17th October. In Part 2 of the podcast, we feature interviews with several keynote speakers as we delve deeper into the theme, "Insuring a World in Transition." So, grab a cuppa and enjoy! Next years forum will be hold on Thursday 16th October 2025.

Fully Covered had the pleasure of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live from the European Insurance Forum at Dublin Castle on 17th October. This year’s theme, "Insuring a World in Transition," sparked insightful discussions on the future of insurance. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy the episode! Don’t forget to like and share wherever you listen to podcasts.

The Central Bank and other international regulators have been prioritising 'individual accountability' for several years. The introduction of a 'Senior Executive Accountability Regime' ('SEAR') in Ireland is a significant step in that development. In this episode Stephen D’Ardis from Arthur Cox provides very valuable insights into the impact of IAF/SEAR on D&O Insurance and provides some sound adv...

In the latest episode of Fully Covered, Sharon Donnery, the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, shared some excellent insights into the role of the Central Bank, the current macroeconomic environment, challenges in the Irish insurance sector, and the Regulatory and Supervisory priorities for the Central Bank in 2024. Thank you, Sharon, for the enlightening conversation! #CentralBankOfI...

This episode sees the return of Paddy Ryan where we delve into the intricate world of the year end 2023 reinsurance renewal. The 2022 renewal was called ‘chaotic’ by most but normality seems to have returned and dare I say it, confidence is back. Paddys charisma and expertise is second to none so don’t miss out on this really informative episode. Please like and share wherever you get your podcast...

Would you like to understand more about the Central Bank of Irelands Insurance Directorate and its priorities for 2024? Then please look no further! My first guest of 2024 is Domhnall Cullinan, the Director of Insurance Supervision in the CBI. We discussed the structure of the Insurance Directorate, the PRISM model, the challenges in the sector, the CBI’s priorities for 2024 and much more! Please...

If you are in business or in a profession where you advise others, you may find yourself exposed to claims for breach of your professional duty of care. That’s where professional indemnity insurance comes in. This episode features an expert in all things professional indemnity related, Mr John Cayton of Caytons Law. John provides a fantastic overview of what PI insurance is including the cover it...

This months guest, Minister MacNeill has been an excellent advocate for the insurance sector in Ireland. During this podcast, the Minister talked through her role as Minister with responsibility for Financial services, credit unions and insurance, her engagement with insures in Ireland, recent reforms in the sector and much more. Please like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Tom Donlon for the latest episode of Fully Covered. Tom’s enthusiasm for insurance is infectious, his expertise in the subject is second to none and his charisma and calmness makes him the perfect podcast guest. Tom discussed the evolving role of an Actuary in Insurance, the current challenges in reserving, the reputational challenges the Irish insu...

The latest episode features Moyagh Murdoch, CEO of Insurance Ireland. Insurance Ireland is the representative organisation for the insurance sector in Ireland with its members representing around 95% of the companies operating in the Irish market. Moyagh and I had a fascinating discussion about the services Insurance Ireland provides and its new 5 year strategy. We also discussed some of the hot t...

Todays guest is Declan O’Rourke, CEO of Aviva Ireland GI. It was great chatting to Declan to understand more about Aviva Ireland GI- the lines of business, the areas of growth, recent performance and the drivers of that performance, digitalisation and much more. Declan also provided some great insight into the key challenges in the Irish market, including the impact of the recent reforms in person...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Suzanne Feeney who is the country manager of Robert Walters in Ireland. It’s a tough market out there at the moment for Insurers to find the right candidate so it was great to discuss the challenges that insurers face when recruiting, the impact that COVID has had on recruitment and the importance of staff retention in this tough market. Suz...

On this episode, Emma Leonard sits down with Fiona Muldoon, to discuss her long and impressive career, with roles in the XL group, the Central Bank of Ireland, FBD Holdings and FBD Insurance, Bank of Ireland, New Ireland Assurance, and Beazley.

I am delighted that today’s guest is Paddy Ryan who was recently appointed as MD of Gallagher Re Ireland. In this episode, Paddy provides some really interesting insights into the background of Gallagher Re, the reinsurance market in Ireland, the challenges of the recent 1/1 reinsurance renewal, and much more. Please enjoy the episode!

Todays guest is Minister Pascal Donohoe. We discuss various topics including the economy, the size of the insurance market in Ireland, recent insurance reforms, the regulatory landscape, climate change and cyber risk.  

Welcome to Fully Covered, a new insurance podcast hosted by Emma Leonard, where industry leaders give their invaluable insight into hot topics in the Irish insurance market.