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GWII: Vibe & Venture – Frosting and Cheers

  • February 2, 2026

This session featured Huntley Smith, Change Architect and former COO, who led a powerful and candid conversation titled C-Suite Unfiltered: 90 Minutes Inside the C-Suite. Smith unpacked the realities of executive leadership, offering attendees a rare glimpse into the pressures, decisions, and mindset required at the top.

Rather than focusing on polished success stories, Smith took attendees into the “war room”, sharing real-world lessons on navigating complexity, driving organisational change, and leading with clarity in high-stakes environments. His session challenged conventional perceptions of leadership and encouraged future leaders to think more strategically about their own growth journeys.

We were grateful to our main sponsor, iTOO Special Risks, co-sponsor Absa, and logistical sponsors FAnews, Glasfit, and Santam Specialist Solutions for their contributions to the success of the event.

With frosting tools in hand and plenty of laughs echoing throughout the room, the ladies embraced the challenge of decorating their own cakes. Whether it was bold colours, intricate designs, or just letting their creativity run wild, every cake was a masterpiece in its own right. But it wasn’t just about the frosting – it was about the camaraderie, the connections made, and the joy of being in the moment with fellow women in the insurance industry.

As the afternoon progressed, the room was alive with vibrant conversation and the shared excitement of turning a simple cake into a work of art. It was a sweet reminder of how sometimes, it’s the little things – like a shared laugh over a cake decorating mishap – that create the most meaningful connections.

A special thank you to our incredible sponsors, Global Choices, Digicall, QSURE, and Yard Insurance, for making this event possible and for supporting our mission to bring women in insurance together in inspiring, fun, and empowering ways. We would also like to thank Global Choices for sponsoring some flowers and bubbles for giveaways, adding an extra touch of joy to the event.

Here’s to more moments of creativity, connection, and celebration at GWII’s future Vibe & Venture events. Because sometimes, the best connections are made when we’re all just having a bit of fun!

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