InsureTalk 59: Where fresh thinking meets financial advice

Registrations are now open for InsureTalk59, which takes place on 19 February from 10am to 1pm.

This session kicks off the year with a look at the shifting terrain of financial advice. From the mainstreaming of crypto and smarter portfolio strategies to global insights and evolving service models, this edition brings the insurance community together for discussion and debate that matters.

Professionals from across the industry will share their perspectives, helping us think differently about the opportunities and challenges ahead. If you work in financial services, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding and stay connected with thought leaders shaping our industry.

What’s on the agenda

InsureTalk59 features a strong line-up of speakers, each bringing a unique lens on trends and developments:

• Emile van der Linde, Head of Operations at EasyCrypto, will demystify crypto’s journey into the mainstream. Expect practical insight into stablecoins, institutional adoption, ETFs and the risks professionals and customers need to know.
• Anthea Gardner, Founder and Managing Partner of Cartesian Capital Asset Management, will examine how to construct an ideal portfolio against the backdrop of rising equity markets, rallying bonds and shifting macroeconomic conditions.
• Lizelle van der Merwe, CEO of the Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa, offers a monthly industry update covering regulatory changes, market moves and key issues affecting intermediaries.
• Rianet Whitehead, co-owner and editor of FAnews, will provide a media perspective on the narratives shaping the insurance sector and spotlight emerging trends.
• Rish Tandapany, Group COO at Purple Group, will share lessons from global operations work that emphasise cohesion, cultural empathy and operational excellence.
• Higgo van Biljon, Head of Product for EasyRetire Retail at EasyEquities, explores how financial advice is evolving in response to demographic shifts, technology and investor behaviour.

EasyEquities returns as headline event partner, supporting robust discussion and connection across our community.

Secure your place now and join us online on Thursday. InsureTalk59 is a chance to hear fresh ideas, ask questions and stay connected with peers and industry leaders. It’s one of the year’s first opportunities to set the tone for 2026 and beyond.