Richard Poinson

Richard Poinson is a seasoned professional in the insurance industry, currently serving as the Head of IPMI at SALAMA - Islamic Arab Insurance Co. since November 2022, and as Country Manager at APRIL Asia since June 2016. With extensive experience in sales management, Richard has held various positions at APRIL, including Head of Sales for Hong Kong and the Philippines, and Senior Sales & Business Development Manager. Key responsibilities included managing broker relationships, negotiating group quotes, conducting market analysis, and driving brand recognition through marketing efforts. Richard's career began with roles at INTER MUTUELLES ASSISTANCE and ViewOn, complemented by a strong educational background with multiple degrees in international management and business administration from recognized institutions.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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SALAMA - Islamic Arab Insurance Co.

SALAMA – Strong Foundations for a Better Future The Takaful and Re-Takaful industry is witnessing rapid expansion with significant worldwide potential. Due to a greater awareness of Shari’ah concepts and principles the Islamic financial services industry is emerging as a major component of the global financial system. SALAMA - Islamic Arab Insurance Company aims to present Takaful as the preferred vehicle of choice, not only in the MENA region but worldwide. SALAMA - Islamic Arab Insurance Company is one of the world’s largest and the oldest Takaful provider, listed in Dubai Financial Market with paid-up capital of AED 1.21 Billion (USD 330 Million). SALAMA has been a pioneer in the Takaful Industry right from its incorporation in 1979 to its present-day distinction as the leading Sharia’h compliant insurance solution provider. SALAMA’s stability and success can be attributed to the strategy of keeping customers and partners at the heart of business and staying true to its values and principles. SALAMA serves both individual and institutional customers in the UAE, and through its extensive network of subsidiaries and associates in Saudi Arabia, Algeria and Egypt. As the UAE’s leading Takaful Company, SALAMA offers a comprehensive range of Family, General and Health Takaful solutions. Its high credibility, reputation for quality, high standard of service and access to Takaful best practices has won SALAMA – “BEST TAKAFUL OPERATOR” AWARD at Islamic Business and Finance Awards 2019, FAMILY TAKAFUL COMPANY OF THE YEAR” Award at Middle East Insurance Review Awards 2015 and “BEST FAMILY TAKAFUL OPERATOR – ME” AT Islamic Banking & Finance Awards 2016 among other accolades. SALAMA continues to be the preferred Takaful provider for its partners and customers - keeping up with its commitment of ‘Securing our future - Together’.


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