HIC Broker Roadshow strengthens relationships and spotlights practical product innovation
.jpg)
HIC Underwriting Managers recently hosted the Cape Town leg of its broker roadshow at D’Aria Estate, bringing together brokers, partners and the HIC team for a morning focused on market realities, product development and practical collaboration. The event created space not only for product updates, but also for meaningful engagement between HIC and its broker network.
A clear theme emerged throughout the morning: Relationships remain central to HIC’s value proposition. In a market shaped by tighter reinsurance conditions and changing risk dynamics, the HIC team emphasised the importance of disciplined underwriting, problem-solving, and ongoing communication with brokers. The roadshow served as a platform to gather feedback, deepen relationships, and reaffirm HIC’s commitment to supporting brokers in an increasingly complex operating environment.
That message was reinforced by HIC’s longstanding position in the market. With a 28-year history and roots in hospitality underwriting, HIC has evolved its offering over time while maintaining its core focus. The team also highlighted its position as an independent specialist UMA in hospitality, noting that this independence allows it to preserve the personal touch that has defined its broker relationships over the years.
The roadshow gave brokers a first look at several product developments. These included a new padel court offering covering key risk areas such as glass and turf, an SME solution tailored for smaller businesses, and enhancements to restaurant cover that now include items such as power surge as standard. Together, these updates reflected HIC’s intent to remain relevant, responsive, and closely aligned with broker feedback.
In a complex market, it is strong partnerships and practical solutions that ultimately define value for brokers and their clients.
