As underwriting enters 2026, speed, connectivity, and accuracy are baseline expectations. Yet many insurers are still constrained by fragmented systems and inconsistent data, limiting their ability to deliver fast, confident decisions.
This webinar explores why the next phase of underwriting transformation starts with getting the foundations right. We’ll discuss how carriers are modernising legacy technology, aligning core systems, and improving data quality to create a single source of truth. By strengthening data, processes, and infrastructure, insurers can unlock meaningful automation, support better underwriting judgement, and build the agility needed to compete in a rapidly changing market.
We will discuss:
- Why strong foundations matter in 2026: Understand how core systems, data quality, and process alignment directly impact underwriting speed, accuracy, and discipline in a softening market.
- How carriers are modernising legacy environments: Learn the different approaches insurers are taking from platform replacement to orchestration layers to create connected, flexible underwriting ecosystems.
- How better data unlocks automation and AI value: Discover how consistent data standards and governance enable meaningful automation, support underwriter judgement, and drive smarter decision-making.
03/18/2026
11-11:30 AM (EDT)/ 3-3:30PM (GMT)
Founder & CEO, 5189 Limited
Tony Tarquini is a thought leader, advisor, mentor, conference speaker and chairman. Co-author of The InsurTECH Book (an Amazon best-seller), he applied lessons learned in success and failure from an early life as an international athlete competing against the world’s elite, to forge a successful, high-profile career in insurance IT and consulting. He has won industry awards for IT innovation and created an extensive network of contacts and a strong reputation amongst the major players in the business
Matt has over 30 years experience across a variety of sectors in both Insurance and technology, much of that operating within the Lloyd’s insurance market. Matt is entrepreneurial having started multiple businesses, a strategic thinker and implementation/delivery focused individual, advocating the benefits of utilising and adopting new technology solutions to existing insurance challenges, extremely comfortable delivering strategic change or architecting operational solutions all with a curious, design thinking mindset and true customer focus. Matt is extremely comfortable at all levels of interaction, from driving project teams to advising boards.
Daryn Upil is the International Head of Technology at The Hartford, bringing over 20 years of experience in IT and transformational change, particularly within the Lloyd’s Market and the general insurance sector. Previously, Daryn served in several key roles, including Deputy Head of IT and Head of Technology at AEGIS London, where they led substantial growth initiatives and managed critical IT transformations. Daryn has a solid educational background with a B.Sc. in Computer Science from The University of Manchester and is an active member of the Lloyd’s Market Association Technology Group. Known for their strategic vision and hands-on expertise, Daryn excels in navigating complex regulatory environments and driving business value through technology.
Kevin joined SECURA in 2015 as Vice President–Specialty Lines. He has more than 29 years of experience in the insurance industry. Prior to SECURA, he served as Vice President–Property Casualty Underwriting with CapSpecialty Insurance where he was accountable for the overall profitability of its P and C book of business. Kevin also spent 14 years with ACUITY Insurance in various commercial underwriting roles. Kevin earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wis., and holds the following insurance industry designations: CPCU, CIC, CPIA, ASLI, AU, and AIS.
INFUSE is brought to you by Send and promises to get you to the forefront of insurance innovation.
Explore the latest trends, technologies, and strategies revolutionizing insurance underwriting.
Connect with likeminded professionals who share your passion for innovation in underwriting.
Benefit from our seasoned lineup of speakers, including thought leaders, successful underwriters, and industry pioneers.
Participate in engaging sessions featuring lively discussions, real-life case studies, and interactive Q&As.