AGENDA
All times are listed in Eastern Time. The agenda is subject to change.
| Tuesday, June 2 | |
| 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast and Golfer Check-in |
| 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Golf Classic* Join us at Bent Tree Golf Club, one of the best championship courses in central Ohio. Stretching across 167 acres and known for its naturally wooded areas, rolling terrain, and bent grass trees, Bent Tree Golf Club will give you the opportunity to test your accuracy in an unparalleled golf experience. The cost of this activity is $115 and includes green fees, foursome coordination, golf cart, continental breakfast, boxed lunch, two drink tickets, and a $10 Pro Shop credit. Clubs can be added on for an additional cost of $58 if needed. o 7:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast and Check In at Bent Tree Golf Club o 8:00 a.m. - Shotgun Start o 12:30 p.m. - Boxed Lunches (available as foursomes wrap up) |
| 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Registration and Event Information Desk The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for event information and badge pick-up. OAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event. |
| 10:00 – 10:50 a.m. | CONNECT Session #1: Ethics and Artificial Intelligence* As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into insurance operations, ethical considerations are increasingly important. This session explores how AI is used across underwriting, claims, reserving, and litigation – and where ethical challenges can arise. Through real-world examples of both effective use and misuse, attendees will gain practical insight into evaluating AI-driven decisions and applying sound ethical judgment. Dr. Richard Rudolph Famous Reindeer Education Enterprises, LLC |
| 11:05 – 11:55 a.m. | CONNECT Session #2: Financial Management for Non-Finance Managers* This comprehensive session is tailored for professionals who are not finance experts but need to understand the financial foundations of insurance companies. This session empowers non-financial managers to enhance their financial acumen, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute effectively to their organization’s success. Abby DeZeeuw, CPA Partner Cain Ellsworth & Company, LLP |
| 11:55 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | CONNECT Session Lunch* Lunch is included with CONNECT session registration. |
| 1:00 – 1:50 p.m. | CONNECT Session #3: From First Notice to Resolution: How Claims Handling Shapes Outcomes in P&C Insurance* Claims handling plays a critical role in the property and casualty insurance lifecycle, influencing claim outcomes, policyholders, and overall business results. This one-hour CE session examines the claims process from first notice through resolution, with a focus on real world decision making, effective documentation, and clear communication with policyholders. Participants will explore how everyday claims practices affect compliance, loss costs, litigation exposure, and customer retention. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen claims handling, improve consistency, and support better outcomes for both policyholders and the organization. Jay Podzimek Training & Recruitment Manager Hausch & Company |
| 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Sponsor Showcase |
| 3:00 – 3:10 p.m. | Chair Welcome Address Todd Neville, OAMIC Chair Senior Vice President, Operations Mennonite Mutual Insurance Company |
| 3:10 – 4:00 p.m. | Opening Session: Ready for What's Next? The Emerging Risks to Watch The emerging risks facing insurers are growing more complex. Are you prepared? Join us for an in-depth look at the growing liability risks of artificial intelligence, the emergence of cyber-physical risks, and the potential costs and consequences of a catastrophic solar storm. Greg Scoblete, CPCU Principal, Emerging Risks Verisk |
| 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | OAMIC Chair Reception Enjoy this enhanced experience with fun, food, drinks and lively entertainment. All OAMIC Convention attendees are invited to attend. |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |
| 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Registration and Event Information Desk OAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event. |
| 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Sponsor Showcase |
| 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. | Attendee Breakfast Join fellow attendees for a hot breakfast and cup of coffee to charge up before sessions kick off for the day. |
| 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | OAMIC Board Meeting |
| 9:00 – 9:50 a.m. | Reinsurance Outlook Panel Discussion This moderated panel will examine the state of the reinsurance market, highlighting pricing dynamics, capacity, and evolving risk considerations. Panelists will discuss expectations for upcoming renewals and emerging trends impacting carriers. Anna Jones, CPCU, ARe Senior Vice President Guy Carpenter Brian M. Monahan, ARe, RPLU Senior Vice President, Treaty Account Executive | Mutual Practice—Midwest Region Gen Re Aaron Wirtz Underwriting Manager, Farm Mutual Reinsurance Grinnell Re |
| 9:50 – 10:10 a.m. | Networking Break |
| 10:10 – 11:00 a.m. | Ohio Department of Insurance Update Join us for an insightful update from David Barney, chief of the fraud division at the Ohio Department of Insurance. Engage in a dynamic discussion on the latest developments shaping Ohio's insurance landscape. David Barney Chief - Fraud Division Ohio Department of Insurance |
| 11:00 – 11:20 a.m. | Networking Break |
| 11:20 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. | Securing the Future: Cybersecurity in Mutual Insurance In an era of digital connectivity, safeguarding sensitive information is paramount. Join us for an insightful session focused on cybersecurity for the mutual insurance industry. It will provide insights into common areas of cyber exposure through real claims examples, proactive and reactive best practices, and the crucial implementation of multifactor authentication for email and network security. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, an IT manager, or an executive in the mutual insurance industry, this session will equip you with actionable knowledge to fortify your organization against cyber threats. Richard Savage Senior Director - Cyber Incident Management Tokio Marine HCC Matt Scott Senior Cyber Incident Response Specialist Tokio Marine HCC |
| 12:10 – 1:10 p.m. | Attendee Lunch Grab some food from a hot buffet and mingle with fellow attendees over the lunch break. You are welcome to come and go at your convenience. |
| 1:10 – 1:25 p.m. | OAMIC Annual Meeting of Members |
| 1:25 – 2:15 p.m. | Hail & Wind Damage to Shingle Roofing This session offers a concise overview of common roofing systems, with an emphasis on asphalt composition shingles. Topics include basic shingle construction, distinguishing legitimate hail and wind damage from non-storm-related and man-made issues, and an overview of shingle reparability, including the “brittleness test.” The session concludes with a brief introduction to metal roofing. Douglas E. Brown, PE, RRC Senior Consultant / Operations Manager, Investigative Services American Structurepoint |
| 2:15 – 2:35 p.m. | Networking Break |
| 2:35 – 3:25 p.m. | Ohio Legislative Update Staying informed on property/casualty insurance issues in the state is critical to the success of Ohio-based insurance companies. NAMIC’s Matt Overturf, assistant vice president of state affairs, will provide a midyear update on where state legislators are on the issues that impact the industry. Matt Overturf Assistant Vice President, State Affairs NAMIC |
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