University students home for the holiday break were given the opportunity to participate in a BFIS Speed Networking Lunch on at O’Hara House, courtesy of XL Catlin.

Approximately 35 insurance professionals and over 40 college students enjoyed an hour of fast but extremely useful one-on-one interviews with numerous insurance professionals. The speed networking was followed by lunch, giving both students and professionals an excellent opportunity to continue conversations and generally network.

The Bermuda Foundation for Insurance Studies said students find the real world guidance they receive during these sessions invaluable and the interaction with professionals can often be a lightbulb moment for them in terms of career goals.

BFIS added that it was extremely grateful to the many professionals who willingly gave up valuable time to chat with students.

Apart from networking events, other BFIS programmes include insurance career guidance to high school students, scholarships and internships for college students, mentoring, as well as assistance for students and graduates in finding employment in the insurance sector.

The BFIS Mentor Network programme is sponsored by Aon through the Aon Rhondelle Tankard Memorial Foundation.