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SIP Global Health Conference 2026
Where Health Meets Wealth: Strategies for Living Well and Planning Wisely.
21 October 2026, London, UK
For global families, health has always been a top priority — but the rapidly expanding possibilities in medicine, biotechnology, and longevity demand a more sophisticated approach. The SIP Global Health Conference brings together leading experts in health sciences, preventive medicine, insurance and wealth management to provide a roadmap for thriving in a future where longer lives require new strategies.
The event explores critical topics such as cognitive health, chronic disease prevention, and cross-generational health planning — alongside the wealth structuring and governance required to support these goals.
Participants will benefit from forward-thinking presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, gaining the insights needed to safeguard family health, preserve wealth, and optimize quality of life across generations.
Alex Gray
International Moderator
International Moderator
Alex Gray is an internationally renowned live MC and television host, recognised for her versatility across a wide range of sectors, including sport, health, finance, and lifestyle. Her presenting work has seen her host for prestigious names such as the BBC, Henley & Partners, QVC, and Red Bull.
Alongside her broadcasting and live hosting career, Alex has become a respected voice within the autoimmune community, speaking at events including the Allergen and Free From Show and the Genesis Health Conference. After appearing as a contestant on the BBC hit show The Traitors, she has also developed a series of talks on the psychology of lying, informed by both her first-hand experience on the programme and her academic training in psychology.
Alex grew up in Cambridge and graduated from University College London with a first-class BSc in Psychology.
Kieran Brown
Managing Director, SIP Medical Family Office
Managing Director, SIP Medical Family Office
Kieran Brown is Managing Director of SIP Medical Family Office UK, where he leads the firm's strategy, growth and regulatory responsibilities in the UK market. Having played a key role in establishing the UK business, he has overseen its development from a start-up operation into a thriving London-based team serving high-net-worth individuals, families and their advisers.
With more than two decades of experience across international health insurance, healthcare and client services, Kieran is widely respected throughout both the insurer and intermediary communities. He is passionate about bringing together expertise, innovation and trusted partnerships to deliver integrated healthcare solutions tailored to the evolving needs of affluent clients.
As a strong advocate for collaboration across the industry, Kieran is committed to advancing the Medical Family Office proposition and helping shape the future of private healthcare services and support.
What are the leading causes of (avoidable) death? This session explores which conditions are the most dangerous today, may become in the future, and the role of prevention, early detection and advances in medicine can help reduce risk and improve long-term health outcomes.
As populations age, preserving cognitive health is becoming one of the greatest challenges of our time. This session explores the latest advances in Alzheimer's prevention, early detection, biomarker testing, and emerging therapies that are reshaping the future of brain health and cognitive longevity.
A stroke can have life-changing consequences, but many cases are preventable through early identification and management of risk factors. This session explores the latest advances in stroke prevention, acute treatment and neurorecovery, highlighting how innovation and rehabilitation are improving outcomes and quality of life.
Matt Piell
CEO, AllCore360
CEO, AllCore360
Matt Piell is the CEO of AllCore360, a global health and wellness technology company focused on advancing neuromuscular activation, recovery, performance, and longevity through innovative movement-based solutions. Under his leadership, AllCore360 has expanded into more than 15 countries with over 200+ clinics and facilities worldwide utilizing the company’s technology to support rehabilitation, proactive wellness, and human performance. Passionate about improving quality of life through science-driven innovation, Matt is committed to helping bridge the gap between healthcare, recovery, and longevity by making advanced neuromuscular technologies accessible to individuals of all ages and mobility levels.
Core strength is fundamental to healthy ageing, supporting mobility, balance, posture and resilience throughout life. This session explores the role of targeted exercise in preventing injury, enhancing recovery and maintaining independence as we age.
Kevin Bürchler
CEO, SIP Medical Family Office
CEO, SIP Medical Family Office
At the beginning of his career, Kevin worked for Swiss Re in the large corporate direct insurance division called Swiss Re Corporate Solutions. A personal incident of medical malpractice has made him find his purpose in health management. Today, Kevin is the CEO at SIP Medical Family Office. For over 25 years, individuals, families, and companies have been relying on SIP’s expertise to protect their health around the world. Founded as an International Private Medical Insurance advisor, SIP has developed into what is today known as a Medical Family Office. Combining the expertise from private medical insurance with a holistic approach towards proactively planning one’s health, it has been SIP’s mission to protect people’s health since 1997.
While International Private Medical Insurance remains an important focus, SIP has developed a Medical Concierge proposition to plan people’s health strategically and ensure better outcomes in acute situations. This ranges from Privileged Healthcare to Preventive Medicine, Longevity, Medical Records Management, and more.
Managing wealth is only one part of protecting a family's future—managing health is equally important. This session explores how a proactive, coordinated approach to healthcare, prevention and medical decision-making can help families navigate an increasingly complex global healthcare landscape.
Léa Wagenaar
Senior Health Advocate, SIP Medical Family Office
Senior Health Advocate, SIP Medical Family Office
With a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, Léa specialised in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. She began her career in an independent practice, focusing on restoring function and improving quality of life through tailored rehabilitation programs.
She joined Swiss Medical Network in 2017, a leading private medical group in Switzerland, where she initiated and led the development of a rehabilitation application designed to enhance and accelerate recovery following surgery or injury, including complex neurological conditions. She later advanced into the role of International Medical Coordinator, managing and coordinating medical treatments for an international clientele, ensuring a seamless and high-quality care experience.
Now part of SIP Medical Family Office, Léa is dedicated to expanding global access to premium healthcare solutions, driven by her passion for patient wellbeing and excellence in medical services.
For global families, continuity of healthcare access, emergency response, and evacuation planning during periods of disruption is essential. This session explores practical strategies for protecting families when systems come under stress and contingency plans become essential.
Adam Garwood
Director, Private Wealth, Jersey, IQ-EQ
Director, Private Wealth, Jersey, IQ-EQ
Having spent over 30 years in the financial services industry, Adam has an impeccable track record in multi-jurisdictional client service. He works with ultra-high net worth families around the world to find the most secure financial structures.
Adam qualified with the Institute of Financial Services and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioner (STEP).
Adam specialises in UK non-domicile clients, Asian, CIS, and Indian families and is a specialist in protective family office structures and dynastic planning, and strongly believes in the value of long term relationships and goals within the wealth planning environment.
Since 2012 he has been recognised as a leading figure in the trust industry by Citywealth and included in the Trustee honours list. Adam was recognised by ‘Global Elite Recommends’ category within the directory, allowing lawyers to nominate their most highly-rated partners including accountants, asset managers, family offices and trustees.
Kieran Brown
Managing Director, SIP Medical Family Office
Managing Director, SIP Medical Family Office
Kieran Brown is Managing Director of SIP Medical Family Office UK, where he leads the firm's strategy, growth and regulatory responsibilities in the UK market. Having played a key role in establishing the UK business, he has overseen its development from a start-up operation into a thriving London-based team serving high-net-worth individuals, families and their advisers.
With more than two decades of experience across international health insurance, healthcare and client services, Kieran is widely respected throughout both the insurer and intermediary communities. He is passionate about bringing together expertise, innovation and trusted partnerships to deliver integrated healthcare solutions tailored to the evolving needs of affluent clients.
As a strong advocate for collaboration across the industry, Kieran is committed to advancing the Medical Family Office proposition and helping shape the future of private healthcare services and support.
Trust structures are widely used to preserve and transfer wealth, but health is rarely considered within the planning process. This session explores how trusts and related legal structures can incorporate health protection, medical decision-making and long-term care planning to better safeguard future generations.
From red light therapy and NAD+ supplementation to wearable health technology, longevity interventions are attracting unprecedented attention. This session critically examines the scientific evidence behind today's most popular trends, separating proven benefits from marketing hype.
As life expectancy continues to rise, so too do the financial implications of living longer. This session examines the economic impact of longevity, from rising healthcare and long-term care costs to the strategies individuals and families can adopt to remain financially and physically resilient throughout a longer life.
Chantal Leprêtre
Client Advisor, SIP Medical Family Office
Client Advisor, SIP Medical Family Office
Chantal joined SIP Medical Family Office as a Client Advisor in April 2024. As an independent intermediary, specialising in Private Clients and SMEs, she has over 11 years’ experience in the industry looking at both International Private Medical Insurance as well as domestic UK PMI.
As life expectancy continues to rise, so too do the financial implications of living longer. This session examines the economic impact of longevity, from rising healthcare and long-term care costs to the strategies individuals and families can adopt to remain financially and physically resilient throughout a longer life.
As people live longer, the financial risks facing families become increasingly complex. This session explores how modern life insurance can provide liquidity, protect family wealth, support succession planning and help families manage the financial consequences of longevity, premature death and long-term care needs. It examines why life insurance is an essential component of long-term family resilience rather than simply a death benefit.
Kevin Bürchler
CEO, SIP Medical Family Office
CEO, SIP Medical Family Office
At the beginning of his career, Kevin worked for Swiss Re in the large corporate direct insurance division called Swiss Re Corporate Solutions. A personal incident of medical malpractice has made him find his purpose in health management. Today, Kevin is the CEO at SIP Medical Family Office. For over 25 years, individuals, families, and companies have been relying on SIP’s expertise to protect their health around the world. Founded as an International Private Medical Insurance advisor, SIP has developed into what is today known as a Medical Family Office. Combining the expertise from private medical insurance with a holistic approach towards proactively planning one’s health, it has been SIP’s mission to protect people’s health since 1997.
While International Private Medical Insurance remains an important focus, SIP has developed a Medical Concierge proposition to plan people’s health strategically and ensure better outcomes in acute situations. This ranges from Privileged Healthcare to Preventive Medicine, Longevity, Medical Records Management, and more.
Effective family governance extends beyond wealth preservation and succession planning. This session explores how health is becoming integral to long-term family governance touching on relocation, contingency planning, healthcare related access and decision-making to build resilience and protect their legacy across generations.
Mark Jackson
Founder and CEO, Vitaspan
Founder and CEO, Vitaspan
Mark Jackson is the Founder and CEO of Vitaspan, a health-data infrastructure platform designed to unify fragmented medical records into a structured longitudinal health record. Vitaspan enables clinics, physicians, and patients to access a complete health picture while supporting AI-driven risk prediction for preventative medicine. Mark spent more than two decades in global technology leadership, including senior roles at Thomson Reuters, where he built large-scale strategic partnerships with firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle. His work with Vitaspan focuses on solving one of healthcare’s most persistent problems: the fragmentation of medical data across countries, providers, and systems. This challenge is particularly acute for internationally mobile families.
Mark’s mission is to give individuals true ownership of their health information while enabling physicians to deliver more proactive and personalised care.
Effective health governance relies on accurate, accessible and longitudinal health data. This session examines how lifelong medical records can support preventive care, coordinate treatment across borders and empower families to make better health decisions over generations.
Chantal Leprêtre
Client Advisor, SIP Medical Family Office
Client Advisor, SIP Medical Family Office
Chantal joined SIP Medical Family Office as a Client Advisor in April 2024. As an independent intermediary, specialising in Private Clients and SMEs, she has over 11 years’ experience in the industry looking at both International Private Medical Insurance as well as domestic UK PMI.
Teresa Wighton
Commercial Director, William Russell
Commercial Director, William Russell
Teresa Wighton took up the role of Commercial Director at William Russell in November 2024. With nearly 31 years of experience in the international health insurance industry, Teresa has a proven track record of building high-performing sales teams and driving business growth. She has held senior sales leadership roles at Cigna, Aviva, and Bupa Global, where she spearheaded B2B expansion and led a major sales transformation program.
As Commercial Director at William Russell, Teresa’s focused on expanding our global business, strengthening relationships with key broker partners, and ensuring our direct-to-business segment continues to thrive. She works closely with our underwriting and marketing teams to maintain a balance between growth and long-term sustainability. A passionate leader, she’s committed to fostering a workplace where people feel empowered and engaged - an approach that helped her achieve record-breaking employee engagement scores in a previous role.
Since joining, Teresa’s energy and ambition is clearly evident. Both as we continue to drive the huge success of our 30-year + history and, as we focus for our next chapter, driving forward our growth ambitions in the international health and protection space and our continued success.
Beyond work, Teresa certainly enjoys a challenge. She once walked the entire 100-mile South Downs Way in just 6.5 days, studied wine to diploma level with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (a self-proclaimed “qualified wine snob”), and even braved a zip wire from St Paul’s Cathedral for charity.
William Russell is a UK-based company formed in 1992 to provide international health insurance to individual expatriates in 160 countries. Our plans are underwritten by AWP Health and Life SA, part of the Allianz group of companies.
Amanda Barrett
Senior Business Development Manager (UK), APRIL International
Senior Business Development Manager (UK), APRIL International
Amanda Barrett joined the business in 2019 and is an accomplished business development professional with a strong focus on building lasting partnerships and uncovering new growth opportunities. As Senior Business Development Manager, she works closely with brokers to understand their clients’ needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive value and long-term success, enabling her to make a meaningful and measurable impact on business growth.
With extensive experience in relationship management and strategic planning, Amanda is skilled at identifying emerging opportunities and turning them into measurable outcomes. Her proactive approach, commercial insight, and commitment to excellence make her a trusted partner to both clients and colleagues alike, consistently contributing to her strong track record of success.
International health insurers are increasingly evolving beyond their traditional role as claims payers. This panel explores how and why insurers claim to be trusted health partners, rather than just a financial safeguard. The discussion examines what truly defines a world-class healthcare and health insurance experience for globally mobile and affluent families.
Financial success does not eliminate the challenges of stress, anxiety, addiction or family conflict. This session explores the unique mental health pressures facing wealthy families and discusses practical strategies to build resilience, strengthen relationships and support long-term wellbeing across generations.
Alex Gray
International Moderator
International Moderator
Alex Gray is an internationally renowned live MC and television host, recognised for her versatility across a wide range of sectors, including sport, health, finance, and lifestyle. Her presenting work has seen her host for prestigious names such as the BBC, Henley & Partners, QVC, and Red Bull.
Alongside her broadcasting and live hosting career, Alex has become a respected voice within the autoimmune community, speaking at events including the Allergen and Free From Show and the Genesis Health Conference. After appearing as a contestant on the BBC hit show The Traitors, she has also developed a series of talks on the psychology of lying, informed by both her first-hand experience on the programme and her academic training in psychology.
Alex grew up in Cambridge and graduated from University College London with a first-class BSc in Psychology.
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Senior Business Development Manager (UK), APRIL International
Amanda Barrett joined the business in 2019 and is an accomplished business development professional with a strong focus on building lasting partnerships and uncovering new growth opportunities. As Senior Business Development Manager, she works closely with brokers to understand their clients’ needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive value and long-term success, enabling her to make a meaningful and measurable impact on business growth.
With extensive experience in relationship management and strategic planning, Amanda is skilled at identifying emerging opportunities and turning them into measurable outcomes. Her proactive approach, commercial insight, and commitment to excellence make her a trusted partner to both clients and colleagues alike, consistently contributing to her strong track record of success.
Commercial Director, William Russell
Teresa Wighton took up the role of Commercial Director at William Russell in November 2024. With nearly 31 years of experience in the international health insurance industry, Teresa has a proven track record of building high-performing sales teams and driving business growth. She has held senior sales leadership roles at Cigna, Aviva, and Bupa Global, where she spearheaded B2B expansion and led a major sales transformation program.
As Commercial Director at William Russell, Teresa’s focused on expanding our global business, strengthening relationships with key broker partners, and ensuring our direct-to-business segment continues to thrive. She works closely with our underwriting and marketing teams to maintain a balance between growth and long-term sustainability. A passionate leader, she’s committed to fostering a workplace where people feel empowered and engaged - an approach that helped her achieve record-breaking employee engagement scores in a previous role.
Since joining, Teresa’s energy and ambition is clearly evident. Both as we continue to drive the huge success of our 30-year + history and, as we focus for our next chapter, driving forward our growth ambitions in the international health and protection space and our continued success.
Beyond work, Teresa certainly enjoys a challenge. She once walked the entire 100-mile South Downs Way in just 6.5 days, studied wine to diploma level with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (a self-proclaimed “qualified wine snob”), and even braved a zip wire from St Paul’s Cathedral for charity.
William Russell is a UK-based company formed in 1992 to provide international health insurance to individual expatriates in 160 countries. Our plans are underwritten by AWP Health and Life SA, part of the Allianz group of companies.
Director, Private Wealth, Jersey, IQ-EQ
Having spent over 30 years in the financial services industry, Adam has an impeccable track record in multi-jurisdictional client service. He works with ultra-high net worth families around the world to find the most secure financial structures.
Adam qualified with the Institute of Financial Services and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioner (STEP).
Adam specialises in UK non-domicile clients, Asian, CIS, and Indian families and is a specialist in protective family office structures and dynastic planning, and strongly believes in the value of long term relationships and goals within the wealth planning environment.
Since 2012 he has been recognised as a leading figure in the trust industry by Citywealth and included in the Trustee honours list. Adam was recognised by ‘Global Elite Recommends’ category within the directory, allowing lawyers to nominate their most highly-rated partners including accountants, asset managers, family offices and trustees.
Managing Director, SIP Medical Family Office
Kieran Brown is Managing Director of SIP Medical Family Office UK, where he leads the firm's strategy, growth and regulatory responsibilities in the UK market. Having played a key role in establishing the UK business, he has overseen its development from a start-up operation into a thriving London-based team serving high-net-worth individuals, families and their advisers.
With more than two decades of experience across international health insurance, healthcare and client services, Kieran is widely respected throughout both the insurer and intermediary communities. He is passionate about bringing together expertise, innovation and trusted partnerships to deliver integrated healthcare solutions tailored to the evolving needs of affluent clients.
As a strong advocate for collaboration across the industry, Kieran is committed to advancing the Medical Family Office proposition and helping shape the future of private healthcare services and support.
Client Advisor, SIP Medical Family Office
Chantal joined SIP Medical Family Office as a Client Advisor in April 2024. As an independent intermediary, specialising in Private Clients and SMEs, she has over 11 years’ experience in the industry looking at both International Private Medical Insurance as well as domestic UK PMI.
CEO, AllCore360
Matt Piell is the CEO of AllCore360, a global health and wellness technology company focused on advancing neuromuscular activation, recovery, performance, and longevity through innovative movement-based solutions. Under his leadership, AllCore360 has expanded into more than 15 countries with over 200+ clinics and facilities worldwide utilizing the company’s technology to support rehabilitation, proactive wellness, and human performance. Passionate about improving quality of life through science-driven innovation, Matt is committed to helping bridge the gap between healthcare, recovery, and longevity by making advanced neuromuscular technologies accessible to individuals of all ages and mobility levels.
Founder and CEO, Vitaspan
Mark Jackson is the Founder and CEO of Vitaspan, a health-data infrastructure platform designed to unify fragmented medical records into a structured longitudinal health record. Vitaspan enables clinics, physicians, and patients to access a complete health picture while supporting AI-driven risk prediction for preventative medicine. Mark spent more than two decades in global technology leadership, including senior roles at Thomson Reuters, where he built large-scale strategic partnerships with firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle. His work with Vitaspan focuses on solving one of healthcare’s most persistent problems: the fragmentation of medical data across countries, providers, and systems. This challenge is particularly acute for internationally mobile families.
Mark’s mission is to give individuals true ownership of their health information while enabling physicians to deliver more proactive and personalised care.
Senior Health Advocate, SIP Medical Family Office
With a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, Léa specialised in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. She began her career in an independent practice, focusing on restoring function and improving quality of life through tailored rehabilitation programs.
She joined Swiss Medical Network in 2017, a leading private medical group in Switzerland, where she initiated and led the development of a rehabilitation application designed to enhance and accelerate recovery following surgery or injury, including complex neurological conditions. She later advanced into the role of International Medical Coordinator, managing and coordinating medical treatments for an international clientele, ensuring a seamless and high-quality care experience.
Now part of SIP Medical Family Office, Léa is dedicated to expanding global access to premium healthcare solutions, driven by her passion for patient wellbeing and excellence in medical services.
CEO, SIP Medical Family Office
At the beginning of his career, Kevin worked for Swiss Re in the large corporate direct insurance division called Swiss Re Corporate Solutions. A personal incident of medical malpractice has made him find his purpose in health management. Today, Kevin is the CEO at SIP Medical Family Office. For over 25 years, individuals, families, and companies have been relying on SIP’s expertise to protect their health around the world. Founded as an International Private Medical Insurance advisor, SIP has developed into what is today known as a Medical Family Office. Combining the expertise from private medical insurance with a holistic approach towards proactively planning one’s health, it has been SIP’s mission to protect people’s health since 1997.
While International Private Medical Insurance remains an important focus, SIP has developed a Medical Concierge proposition to plan people’s health strategically and ensure better outcomes in acute situations. This ranges from Privileged Healthcare to Preventive Medicine, Longevity, Medical Records Management, and more.
International Moderator
Alex Gray is an internationally renowned live MC and television host, recognised for her versatility across a wide range of sectors, including sport, health, finance, and lifestyle. Her presenting work has seen her host for prestigious names such as the BBC, Henley & Partners, QVC, and Red Bull.
Alongside her broadcasting and live hosting career, Alex has become a respected voice within the autoimmune community, speaking at events including the Allergen and Free From Show and the Genesis Health Conference. After appearing as a contestant on the BBC hit show The Traitors, she has also developed a series of talks on the psychology of lying, informed by both her first-hand experience on the programme and her academic training in psychology.
Alex grew up in Cambridge and graduated from University College London with a first-class BSc in Psychology.
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