CBMU Fall Conference 2025

12.30pm

Registration  

1:00pm - 1:10pm

Opening Remarks and President's Report

Danielle Jackson, CBMU President, Falvey Insurance Group
A welcome to the Fall Conference and review of the past year in the Canadian marine insurance industry.

Danielle graduated from Fanshawe College with an Advanced Marketing Diploma in 2008. That summer Danielle began her career in Marine Insurance as both a Yacht Underwriter and Broker with Pacific Marine Underwriters. After her time at PMU Danielle continued brokering in the Marine Department at Aon before moving to the underwriting side at Coast Underwriters in 2012. During her time with Coast Danielle joined the CBMU as a member of the Communications Committee and then gladly accepted the role of Communications Committee Chair in 2014. In 2017 Danielle moved to Intact as a Commercial Marine Underwriter, completed her CIP designation with a focus on Marine and took over the role of Education Committee Chair for the CBMU. Danielle moved to Falvey Insurance Group as a Vice President in 2021 and served as CBMU Vice-President from 2022 before now taking the role of President.

1:10pm - 1:15pm

Highlights of the 2025 IUMI Conference

Richard Sanchez, Zurich, CBMU IUMI Bursary Recipient
A review of the IUMI 2025 conference from the IUMI Bursary Recipient of 2025

Richard is currently Senior Property & Marine Claims Specialist with Zurich.

1.15pm - 2.30pm

Industry Updates

International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI)

Transport Canada

American Institute of Marine Underwriters (AIMU)

Canadian Maritime Law Association (CMLA)

Coffee Break

2.45pm - 5.00pm

Education Sessions

Misdeclared Cargo / Proper Shipments of Haz Mats (DGs)
Capt. Eric Rounds, VP and Chief Surveyor, National Cargo Bureau

This presentation highlights the serious risks posed by misdeclared and undeclared dangerous goods (DG) in maritime shipping, drawing on notable incidents and industry data. It examines root causes such as insufficient training and deliberate rule evasion, and notes the challenge of detection in today’s fast-paced logistics environment. The discussion points to technology solutions and stresses the need for industry-wide commitment to safety and innovation as shipping volumes continue to grow. 

Enhancing Cargo Risk Management with Emerging Supply Chain Technology and Standards
Matthew Yeshin, FCIP, Managing Director, Global Digital Cargo Leader, Marsh

Data and technology is changing how cargo is managed in the supply chain, and the insurance industry has an opportunity to capture and use that data to underwrite risks in ways that were not possible in the past.   However, to use data it is necessary to capture data, and that means assessing how we work with our clients, as while cargo insurance is important, it is not always a cargo owner’s first priority. 

Matthew is an insurance specialist with extensive experience in the marine, logistics, and transportation sectors. He has been with Marsh since 1992, gaining practical insurance knowledge in both the North American and UK markets. His expertise lies in developing insurance solutions that cater to the evolving supply chain landscape, driven by factors such as changing customer expectations, aggressive competition, technology advancements, and industry disruptors. In conjunction with Marsh’s wider global digital initiatives, digital cargo focuses on cargo centric solutions that provide clients with efficient and tailored insurance options and helps them make better data driven risk management decisions. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Matthew has supported a variety of logistics, transportation, mining, and manufacturing companies worldwide.

Cascading Failures: Small Shifts and the Unforeseen Consequences
James Vavasour, Business Stream Director - MWS, Global Maritime

James Vavasour is the Business Stream Director for Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) at Global Maritime, overseeing global MWS activities across offshore marine and energy installations, including oil and gas, renewables, MODUs, heavy-lift transports, and wet tows. Since joining in September 2023, James has led international operations with technical precision. A graduate Naval Architect and Fellow of the Royal Institute of Naval Architects, he is a founding member and former Chair of SOMWS and a recognized thought leader in risk prevention services in the energy insurance sector.

5.00pm - 10.00pm

Reception and Gala Dinner

To be held in the Grand Banking Hall.

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