Registration

Start the day by checking in and collecting your delegate badge. This early window offers a quiet opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and explore the exhibition floor before the program begins.

Opening Remarks & Welcome Note by Altaworld

A brief introduction to the summit’s themes and objectives. This opening session welcomes delegates and sets the stage for high-level industry collaboration.

Opening Remarks by Chairperson

The Chairperson provides an industry outlook and frames the day's focus on digital evolution. This sets the strategic tone for the upcoming sessions on insurance innovation.

Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA

Panel Discussion: AI and Machine Learning in Underwriting

Join industry experts for a focused discussion on how predictive models are refining risk assessment. The session covers the balance between automated efficiency and the essential human element in modern underwriting.

Panelists:

Arthur Borden, Middle Market Business Architect - Transformation, Nationwide

Joshua Hurd, Vice President – Inland Marine, Allied World Insurance Company

Scott Anton, Director – Commercial P&C Underwriting & Technology, WTW

The Future of Insurance is Parametric: How AI & Real-Time Data are Redefining Risk Architecture for 2027

Explore the shifting landscape of parametric insurance models. This session addresses how the convergence of environmental sensors, real-time data streaming, and predictive artificial intelligence allows carriers to build dynamic risk architectures that automate payouts and expand coverage boundaries.

Sandra Molina, Insurance Chapter Leader, Aliar Latam

Presentation by Ondexx

A deep dive into specialized solutions designed to streamline insurance workflows and knowledge management. Learn how targeted technology can solve specific operational pain points and improve data accessibility.

Michael Greenhow, SVP of Customer Growth & Success, Ondexx

Morning Refreshments & Networking

Take a breather and recharge with refreshments in the exhibition area. Use this time to discuss the morning’s insights and build new professional connections in a relaxed setting.

Panel Discussion: Cyber Insurance in the Age of Digital Transformation

As digital threats evolve, so must the coverage that protects against them. This panel explores the complexities of underwriting cyber risk and the growing demand for robust digital protection strategies.

Panelists:

Neeraj Sahni, Senior Vice President, Cyber Solutions Broking, Aon

John Hennessy, Regional Vice President of Underwriting, West, Cowbell

Tony Rehm, CEO/Principal Consultant, A.J. Rhem & Associates, Inc.

Reclaiming Insurance Operations: Agentic AI and the Shift Away from BPO

Explore how intelligent automation is scaling innovation across the insurance market. This session demonstrates how robotic process automation (RPA) and AI can drastically reduce administrative overhead.

Speakers:

Jacob Ortega, Lead Solutions Engineer, Lydonia

Todd Foley, CDO/CISO, Lydonia

From Observability to Autonomous Optimization: Transforming Insurance Operations in Real Time

A look at enterprise-grade infrastructure and AI-driven insights from a global technology leader. Discover how hybrid cloud solutions and deep systems operational analytics are enabling insurers to monitor and optimize workflows dynamically with high speed and security.

David Sutton, IT Automation & FinOps Expert, IBM

Panel Discussion: Innovation in Underwriting and Claims

Industry leaders discuss the practical application of data analytics to speed up claim cycles and improve underwriting accuracy. The conversation focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction through next-gen automation solutions.

Moderator: Julianna Muir, Founder & CEO, Vellum Insurance

Panelists:

Kimberly Dumas, Vice President-Insurance Strategy, DocuSketch

Pascha Fountain, Associate Director, Facultative Casualty, Aon

Geoff McGowan, Owner, NORTHCO

Networking Lunch

Enjoy a seated lunch and engage in deeper conversations with peers and speakers. This is a prime opportunity to exchange ideas on the morning’s sessions in a professional social setting.

Presentation by Whatfix

A look at how digital adoption platforms drive modernization by simplifying the user experience. Learn how to empower employees to navigate complex new insurance software with ease and efficiency.

From Documents to Decisions: Reimagining Claims Assessments with Content Intelligence

Discover how content intelligence engines automatically extract, validate, and interpret unstructured data sets locked inside legal briefs, medical reports, and policy documents to radically speed up modern claim adjudications.

Mike Prentice, VP of Innovation, Pyramid Solutions

Agenzee: Modernizing Licensing and Appointment Compliance

Focus on the regulatory side of the business with a session on automating compliance. Learn how to reduce administrative burdens and ensure accuracy in agent licensing and appointments.

Kevin Milner, Insurance Professional, Agenzee

Presentation by OutSystems

Explore the world of low-code development and its impact on insurance agility. Learn how custom-built digital applications can be deployed rapidly to meet changing market demands and customer needs.

Networking Coffee Break

The final break of the day offers one last chance to visit the exhibition booths. Catch up on any missed conversations and prepare for the concluding technical and networking sessions.

Panel Discussion: The Role of Insurtechs in Modernizing Insurance

This session explores the collaborative relationship between established carriers and agile tech startups. Discover how insurtech partnerships are accelerating the pace of digital transformation across the sector.

Panelists:

Karl Stark, Managing Director, Avondale Insurtech Ventures

Erin Tonseth, Lead Digital and Technology Product Manager, Homesite Insurance

Justin Gress, Insurance Executive-Chief Operating Officer

Panel Discussion: The Future of Claims Processing with Automation

A look at the next frontier of claims handling, where automation meets strategic quality. Experts share insights on reducing friction in the claims journey through smart tech integration.

Panelists:

Julie Watson, Strategic Quality & Claims Leader, Gallagher Bassett

Todd Foley, CDO/CISO, Lydonia

Allah Rakha Sheikh, CIO, Madison Mutual

Marta Magnuszewska, Senior Director (VP) of Claims Analytics, Merkel

Closing Remarks

Wind down the day with a summary of key takeaways and conclusions from the sessions, outlining actionable steps for the strategic integration of next-gen insurance technology.

Evening Networking Reception

Unwind after a productive track with a dynamic cocktail reception. It’s the perfect atmosphere for informal networking, sharing insights, and reflecting on the highlights of the day.