Mangaluru: The School of Business and Management, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), organised a one-day International Conference on “Emerging Trends in Insurance and Investment: A Roadmap for 2025” in collaboration with its Domestic and International Relations Cell. The event was held at the Robert Sequeira Hall and witnessed participation from renowned academicians and industry leaders.

Keynote Address by Prof Steven M Corey

Prof Steven M Corey, President of the University of Olivet, USA, delivered the keynote address, focusing on “Contemporary Issues in Insurance: A Global Perspective.” He highlighted global challenges and opportunities shaping the insurance sector, offering insights relevant for academics and practitioners.

Dignitaries and Opening Remarks

The conference was graced by:

  • Rev. Dr Praveen Martis, SJ, Vice Chancellor of St Aloysius University.
  • Dr Alwyn D’Sa, Registrar, St Aloysius College.
  • Prof Gregory Brown and Prof Daniel Green, University of Olivet.

In his presidential remarks, Rev. Dr Praveen Martis thanked Olivet University for its collaboration and outlined their academic programs, highlighting the mutual exchange of knowledge.

Technical Sessions

The conference featured two technical sessions led by eminent speakers:

  1. Dr T Mallikarjunappa (Professor, Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management):
    Discussed “Stock Market Investment – Challenges and Opportunities in 2025.”
  2. Mr Kumble Narasinha Prabhu (CEO, Kumble Investments & Financial Advisors):
    Presented on “Insurance and Risk Management – Emerging Trends and Challenges.”

Organising Team

The event was coordinated by Ms Claret Vinaya Pereira, Head of the Business Administration Department, and convened by Mr Chethan Shettigar, who shared insights on the conference themes. Dr Mamatha, Associate Dean, School of Business Administration, delivered the vote of thanks, while Binni Chan compered the event.

The conference highlighted emerging trends and challenges in the global insurance and investment sectors, aligning with the roadmap for 2025. With expert discussions and collaborations, the event proved to be an enriching platform for knowledge sharing.