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Marsh Canada: Enhancing resilience in the Canadian manufacturing sector
OVERVIEW
We are excited to invite you to an upcoming webinar hosted by Marsh Canada, where we will focus on sharing insights and innovative strategies aimed at alleviating balance sheet constraints, improving liquidity, and enhancing resilience in the Canadian manufacturing sector. Amidst the current tariff uncertainties and a challenging macroeconomic environment, it is crucial for businesses to adapt and thrive. As a leading insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Marsh Canada will feature a panel of experts who will provide valuable perspectives on transforming challenges into opportunities.
Key topics:
- Trends in Manufacturing: An overview of the latest developments in the manufacturing sector, including shifts in supply chain dynamics and the strategies being adopted to navigate these changes.
- Understanding Financial Constraints: A discussion on the current financial landscape, including how various factors, including tariffs, are impacting liquidity and overall financial health, leading to potential challenges in cash flow management.
- Practical Solutions for Improved Liquidity: Learn about innovative trade credit solutions and surety bonds that can enhance resilience, protect against non-payment, and optimize cash flow.
- Surety Bonds vs. Letters of Credit: Gain insights into the advantages of surety bonds, including their role in alleviating balance sheet constraints and improving liquidity. The panel will also present case studies demonstrating their effective use, along with a discussion on custom bonds.
This webinar will not only equip you with valuable tools and takeaways but also provide an opportunity to engage with industry experts, share your thoughts, and ask questions about financial strategies and risk management.
Join us to discover how to strengthen your financial position in today’s evolving landscape. We look forward to your participation!
SPEAKER PANEL
Neda Pajooman, Moderator, Business Development and Growth Leader
Neda will serve as the moderator for this panel discussion. As a growth leader at Marsh, she is dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations in collaboration with organizations such as Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters. With over 15 years of experience, Neda has successfully connected thought leaders, experts, and clients to drive meaningful discussions and create synergies between specialists and clients. At the heart of her work is a commitment to generating growth through collaboration. Neda will guide this panel, ensuring that participants gain valuable and actionable insights to navigate these unprecedented and challenging times. If you have questions or topics you’d like to see addressed during the webinar on April 16th, please reach out to neda.pajooman@marsh.com in-advance of April 16th. She will integrate your thoughts, questions, and requests into the discussion.
Falak Kothari, Speaker Managing Director National Corporate Leader, Manufacturing
Falak joined Marsh in 2013 and brings over 12 years of experience in client management, strategy, and business enabling roles. He has served as a risk advisor across various industries, including Manufacturing, Mining, Utilities, Technology, and Professional Services. He is responsible for overseeing the delivery of all Marsh McLennan resources to clients, facilitating risk discovery discussion, and leading the client team. He develops strategic marketplace initiatives and crafts tailored solutions that effectively address both business and insurance risk. As a National Corporate Leader in Manufacturing, he is part of the Canadian leadership team, managing industry P&L, driving strategic growth, providing thought leadership, and people management. If you have questions or topics you’d like to see addressed during the webinar on April 16th, please reach out to neda.pajooman@marsh.com in-advance of April 16th. She will integrate your thoughts, questions, and requests into the discussion.
John R. Stewart, Speaker Surety Strategic Advisor
John brings 13 years of surety experiences and as Surety Strategic Advisor, plays a crucial role in the surety bond industry by providing expert guidance and strategic insights to clients seeking surety solutions. He engages with clients to understand their business needs, financial situations, and project requirements, offering tailored advice on suitable surety bond options. John analyzes clients’ financial health and risk profiles to determine their eligibility for bonds, staying informed about industry trends and regulatory changes to advise on potential risks and opportunities. He assists in bond procurement by liaising with surety companies, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with underwriting requirements. Additionally, he provides training and resources on surety bonds, assists clients in navigating the claims process, regularly reviews client performance and bonding needs, and ensures adherence to relevant regulations to help clients avoid potential pitfalls. If you have questions or topics you’d like to see addressed during the webinar on April 16th, please reach out to neda.pajooman@marsh.com in-advance of April 16th. She will integrate your thoughts, questions, and requests into the discussion.
Ioana Arnautu. Speaker Senior Vice President National Trade Credit Insurance Practice Leader
Ioana Arnautu is the Trade Credit Practice Leader for Marsh Canada and the Growth Leader for Credit Specialties in Canada. Since joining Marsh in 2016, she has leveraged her expertise in trade credit insurance, honed during her past years as a commercial underwriter at a global trade credit insurance company. With a deep understanding of the complexities of trade credit insurance, Ioana is dedicated to identifying and addressing the unique risks faced by businesses in this area. She focuses on developing innovative marketing strategies that highlight the value of trade credit solutions, helping clients navigate their financial exposures and enhance their growth potential. Ioana ensures that clients receive tailored services and products that align with their specific needs and business objectives.