Gala Dinner

Gala Dinner 2025

Thank you for joining us to celebrate a decade of impact in the UK.

Celebrate with us

Thank you for joining us for a truly special evening as we celebrate a decade of impact in the UK at our annual Gala Dinner in the magnificent surroundings of Plaisterers’ Hall in London.

This elegant and special event brings together 250 insurance leaders for an unforgettable night of celebration and purpose. As a guest, you will enjoy a gourmet three-course meal and hear inspiring stories from our corporate and charity partners, who will bring to life our impact in the community.

Thank you for being a part of this special event, and for helping us to make a difference. Have a wonderful evening.

The Programme

18:15 – Drinks reception
19:00 – Call to dinner
19:15 – Welcome & Keynote remarks
19:45 – Dinner served
20:45 – Above & Beyond awards
21:10 – Remarks by Making the Leap
21:30 – Grand auction & Pledge
22:00 – Formal programme ends
23.00 – Bar closes

The Auction

Throughout this evening, you’ll have an opportunity to take part in our silent and live auctions, featuring a selection of fantastic prizes and experiences. Every bid helps fund IICF’s community grants programme, directly supporting local charities that create opportunities for people facing disadvantage.

You will also be invited to participate in a 3-minute pledge to specifically raise funds to help children learn to read as part of IICF’s focus on social mobility.

With your support, we aim to raise at least £125,000 for charity, making 2025 our most impactful year yet.

Speakers

Mark Trumper

Managing Director
Axco Insurance Information

Mark is Managing Director at Axco, a seasoned senior executive with extensive commercial, financial and operational expertise, and previous leadership roles at SDL Group and LexisNexis.

Susan Johnson

Chief Culture Officer
The Hartford

Susan L. Johnson is Chief Culture Officer at The Hartford, leading enterprise-wide culture initiatives that align with business strategies. She has held senior HR and diversity leadership roles in Fortune 500 companies and serves on several nonprofit boards.

Phillip McGriskin

Chief Executive Officer
Vitesse PSP

Phillip McGriskin is CEO and Founder of Vitesse PSP, with extensive experience at Worldpay, Envoy Services Ltd, and Neteller. He holds a degree from Aloysius College and expertise in payments, business development, and fintech innovation.