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Host
Elizabeth Blosfield

Elizabeth Blosfield

Deputy Editor

Carrier Management

Host
Andrea Wells

Andrea Wells

Vice President, Content

Insurance Journal

Host
Allen Laman

Allen Laman

Content Editor

Insurance Journal

Host
Ezra Amacher

Ezra Amacher

Content Editor

Insurance Journal

Ryan Baillargeon

Ryan Baillargeon

Insurance Industry Lead

Glia

Michael Parcelli

Michael Parcelli

Senior VP and Client Partner, MGA Operations for the Americas

Xceedance

Margeaux Giles

Margeaux Giles

CEO

Irys

Ryan Griffin

Ryan Griffin

Partner, Financial Lines - Cyber

McGill and Partners

John Spottiswood

John Spottiswood

Chief Operating Officer

Jerry

Marcus Daley

Marcus Daley

Technical Co-Founder

NeuralMetrics

Jean Finnegan

Jean Finnegan

VP of Enterprise Innovation

Nationwide

James Benham

James Benham

Co-Founder and CEO

JBK

Scott Seaman

Scott Seaman

Partner

Hinshaw

Caitlin Saenz

Caitlin Saenz

Chief Operating Officer

CoverHound

Alexis Vaughn

Alexis Vaughn

Founder and CEO

Off Course Consulting

Harry Langdale

Harry Langdale

Global VP of Partnerships

Resilience

Tom Wilde

Tom Wilde

CEO

Indico Data

Bernadette Leh

Bernadette Leh

President

Sunlight Simplify

Sponsor
Sully McConnell

Sully McConnell

Head of Insurance

Snowflake

Sponsor
John Heisler

John Heisler

Senior AI Specialist

Snowflake

Sponsor
Spencer James

Spencer James

Founding Engineer

Agentech

Sponsor
Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix

Senior Solutions Engineer

Glia

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The Agenda

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9am PT
12pm ET
Panelists
Margeaux Giles
Jean Finnegan
Caitlin Saenz
Alexis Vaughn
Harry Langdale
Hosts
Elizabeth Blosfield
Andrea Wells

Session 1: The Power of Partnership

Margeaux Giles, Jean Finnegan, Caitlin Saenz, Alexis Vaughn, Harry Langdale

The Summit will kick off with three engaging discussions! Margeaux Giles, CEO of Irys Insurtech, will speak about how to create successful partnerships between insurers and tech startups, and Jean Finnegan, VP of Enterprise Innovation at Nationwide, will share how she sees these partnerships evolving in the future. The session will round out with a panel of three experts to discuss navigating cultural differences between traditional insurers and tech startups and examining various methods of collaboration such as investments, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
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10am PT
1pm ET
Panelists
Sully McConnell
John Heisler
Spencer James
Jimi Hendrix
Ryan Baillargeon
Hosts
Elizabeth Blosfield
Allen Laman
Ezra Amacher

Session 2: InsurTech Demo Showcase

Sully McConnell, John Heisler, Spencer James, Jimi Hendrix, Ryan Baillargeon

InsurTech companies deliver short demos to showcase their solutions to carriers.
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11am PT
2pm ET
Panelists
Ryan Baillargeon
John Spottiswood
James Benham
Bernadette Leh
Hosts
Elizabeth Blosfield

Session 3: Modernizing Legacy Systems

Ryan Baillargeon, John Spottiswood, James Benham, Bernadette Leh

This session will begin with James Benham, co-founder and CEO of JBKnowledge, discussing the innovations he's seeing in insurance today and some of the biggest technological gaps that still need to be addressed in the industry. Later on, a panel of experts will address the technical and operational challenges of integrating legacy systems with new technologies and insights on how to modernize systems effectively to drive innovation and operational efficiency.
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12pm PT
3pm ET
Panelists
Ryan Griffin
Marcus Daley
Scott Seaman
Hosts
Elizabeth Blosfield

Session 4: Navigating Compliance

Ryan Griffin, Marcus Daley, Scott Seaman

A panel of legal and regulatory experts will explore compliance challenges for insurers and the role InsurTechs can play in improving efficiency. Topics will include the evolving legal landscape, data privacy regulations, and the implications of artificial intelligence.
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12:30pm PT
3:30pm ET
Panelists
Michael Parcelli
Tom Wilde
Sully McConnell
Hosts
Elizabeth Blosfield
Andrea Wells

Session 5: Actionable Intelligence for Claims & Underwriting

Michael Parcelli, Tom Wilde, Sully McConnell

First we kick off with a compelling spotlight interview conducted by Andrea Wells, where she interviews Sully McConnell, Head of Insurance at Snowflake! Join a panel discussion featuring underwriting and claims experts as they discuss cutting-edge innovations in data analytics, AI, and machine learning. Learn how insurers can refine underwriting processes, personalize claims experiences, and implement AI tools to advance their business strategies.
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Elizabeth Blosfield
Host

Elizabeth Blosfield

Deputy Editor

Carrier Management

Elizabeth is Deputy Editor at Carrier Management. She hosts The Insuring Cyber Podcast and Between the Lines, a quarterly video series exploring topics in Carrier Management's latest magazine edition. Elizabeth can be reached at eblosfield@wellsmedia.com.

Andrea Wells
Host

Andrea Wells

Vice President, Content

Insurance Journal

Andrea Wells is vice president of content for Wells Media Group Inc., overseeing coverage for its multiple print and digital platforms. She is a veteran insurance journalist with more than 20 years' experience covering the property/casualty industry. She has won several awards from the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE), including awards for original research for her work on Insurance Journal\'s annual salary survey of retail insurance agencies and its annual survey of young insurance agents. Andrea can be reached at awells@wellsmedia.com.

Allen Laman
Host

Allen Laman

Content Editor

Insurance Journal

Allen Laman is Content Editor for Insurance Journal and Wells Media Group. He is an experienced media professional with a demonstrated history of producing award-winning content in fast-paced environments. Allen can be reached at alaman@wellsmedia.com.

Ezra Amacher
Host

Ezra Amacher

Content Editor

Insurance Journal

Ezra Amacher is the Midwest / South Central Editor at Insurance Journal. He is an award-winning insurance reporter with experience covering topics including litigation, nuclear verdicts, catastrophes, regulation and more. Ezra can be reached at eamacher@wellsmedia.com.

Ryan Baillargeon

Ryan Baillargeon

Insurance Industry Lead

Glia

Ryan Baillargeon is the Insurance Industry Lead at Glia, the leader in customer interaction technology, where he's responsible for the company's go-to-market strategy for the insurance industry. Ryan has nearly 10 years of experience in the insurance software space, working with carriers to help them modernize both their front-end and back-end technology. He has also led multiple industry research reports and is a frequent contributor for leading insurance publications.

Michael Parcelli

Michael Parcelli

Senior VP and Client Partner, MGA Operations for the Americas

Xceedance

Michael Parcelli, MS, CPCU, ARM, CRIS, PMP, LSSGB, has held senior roles for four decades in underwriting, claims, and technology within both insurance carriers and distribution channels. He has managed divisions in both brokerage and MGA environments. Michael leverages a technology-centric approach to address business challenges, driving profitable growth and operational excellence for insurance organizations. His extensive underwriting expertise and deep technical understanding of automation enable him to deliver holistic, future-ready solutions across the insurance lifecycle.

Margeaux Giles

Margeaux Giles

CEO

Irys

Margeaux Giles, CEO of Irys Insurtech, brings over 15 years of executive experience in operations and digital transformation within the insurance and finance industries. Recognized globally for her leadership and innovation, Margeaux has been named Insurtech Woman CEO of the Year, Insurtech Influencer of the Year (Global Insurtech Awards), and NYC Fintech Women Inspiring Founder of 2024. She is also a member of the Forbes Technology Council and a regular contributor to Forbes.com. Additional accolades include being an Insurance Business America Elite Woman Winner, Insurtech Hartford Making Waves Winner, and UCONN Fintech Masters Program Advisory Board Member.

Driven by a passion for modernizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge technology, Margeaux is equally committed to advancing opportunities for women in the field. She is a founding member of InsureWomen and InsureEquality, as well as the Florida Network Chair of the Association of Professional Insurance Women. In her latest leadership role, she serves as Chair of the Insurance Agency Owners Alliance Tech Council, where she champions innovation and transformation in the independent agency sector.

Margeaux's dedication to bridging the gap between technology and human connection has positioned her as a trailblazer, redefining what's possible in insurance distribution while fostering equity and inclusion across the industry.

Ryan Griffin

Ryan Griffin

Partner, Financial Lines - Cyber

McGill and Partners

Ryan specializes in navigating clients through a dynamic cyber risk landscape, delivering clear advice across the insurance, incident management and security ecosystem. Ryan has nearly 20 years of experience in the Financial Lines brokerage industry.

Prior to joining McGill and Partners, Ryan has served as a specialist within Aon, JLT, and Marsh, where he most recently served as the Central Zone Cyber Practice lead. His experience includes a secondment to London, which is reflective of his service to complex, global clients. Prior to his brokerage career, Ryan was a consultant for Navigant Consulting.

John Spottiswood

John Spottiswood

Chief Operating Officer

Jerry

As the Chief Operating Officer at Jerry and President of Jerry's Propelix Virtual Agent Platform, John Spottiswood drives automation technology, customer experience, and operational excellence at Jerry. John brings to Jerry 25 years of experience in building operations teams and generating growth and revenue at technology startups including Match, LendingClub, DemandTec, QuinStreet, and Inflection, where he held executive leadership positions. John holds a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School.

Marcus Daley

Marcus Daley

Technical Co-Founder

NeuralMetrics

Marcus Daley is the technical co-founder of NeuralMetrics, a leading provider of generative AI technology featuring a suite of AI-powered risk-quality data products and agentic AI capabilities for commercial insurers and MGAs. He has more than 20 years of experience in technology management and has set up several large-scale global analytics and technology operations in Asia, Eastern Europe, and South America.

Based in the U.S., Daley has excelled at growing start-ups and transforming the technology behind Fortune 500 companies, including S&P Global, Microsoft, and Intel. Before joining the NeuralMetrics team, he held the position of CTO at S&P Global Ratings, where he streamlined agile processes while strengthening regulatory controls, led multi-phase technology transformation programs, and accelerated innovation across a wide range of new product initiatives.

He holds a bachelor's degree in International Studies from Utah State University and completed his MBA at Colorado State University.

Jean Finnegan

Jean Finnegan

VP of Enterprise Innovation

Nationwide

Jean Finnegan is Vice President, P&C Customer and Business Innovation within the Enterprise Innovation & Digital Office (EIDO). In her role, she leads the team that drives forward growth objectives of the P&C businesses by identifying, validating, building, and scaling new business unit-level opportunities. Her responsibilities include new products, services, and business models leveraging the collective expertise and capabilities across EIDO and partner teams.

Prior to leading P&C Customer and Business Innovation Jean was responsible for establishing Nationwide's Innovation function with Nationwide Financial launching in market tests of direct-to-consumer financial solutions. In addition to her DTC work, Jean supported the core business lines in developing value added services that were instrumental in differentiating NW and created culture building training programs in partnership with the Ohio State University Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Jean joined Nationwide in 2008 and was, at that time, responsible for all market research and analytics for Nationwide Financial as well as Allied Insurance, Titan Insurance, and Nationwide Agriculture.

Jean has over 25 years of product development, marketing research, and consulting experience focused on the investment, retirement, and wealth markets. Prior to Nationwide, she was part of many industry leading initiatives including the launch of on-line trading platforms and the restructuring of private client groups and family offices.

In addition to her work at NW, Jean is an active member of the Columbus start-up community and mentors through the Ohio State BVMS program. She currently mentors DASISimulations LLC an early-stage analytic company focused on improving outcomes for patients with heart disease. Jean is also active in Ohio Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

Jean earned her MBA with a dual concentration in finance and marketing from The University of Connecticut. She holds a BA (honors) in economics from Colgate University and attended the University of Madras (Chennai).

James Benham

James Benham

Co-Founder and CEO

JBK

James Benham is the co-founder and CEO of JBK, a multinational technology and consulting company he's bootstrapped for over 20 years. From his college dorm room to over 280 employees across the USA, Argentina, and South Africa, he has led JBK to build industry-leading software for the world's largest insurance companies. James is also the co-founder of a disruptive insurance tech product, Terra, a cloud-based claims management software that improves claim outcomes for providers and consumers of Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance.

James is the creator and co-host of the growing and top-rated show, The InsurTech Geek Podcast, where he interviews leading industry experts from some of the most recognized companies in the world. A passionate bootstrapped entrepreneur, James is the bestselling author of Be Your Own VC: 10 Bootstrapping Principles to Generate Cash and Keep Control, his debut book. In Be Your Own VC, James shares how bootstrapping led his tech company to a multimillion-dollar exit and the freedom to build what they love.

James is a sought after consultant and speaker at the forefront of innovation in the insurance industry. His bold ideas and love for technology has landed him keynote opportunities on over 400 conference stages including The Future of Insurance USA and TEDx. James has served as an elected city councilman, an adjunct professor at Texas A&M University and currently serves the state of Texas as a Regent on the governing board of Texas Southern University. In his spare time, James pursues many hobbies including flying airplanes, ballroom dancing, playing guitar, singing and geeking out on tech.

Scott Seaman

Scott Seaman

Partner

Hinshaw

Scott Seaman is a commercial litigator and trial lawyer with more than 37 years of experience. Scott is widely regarded as one of the leading attorneys in the United States representing insurers and reinsurers in property and casualty matters. He is known for employing his deep knowledge of the law and insurance industry, strategic thinking, and honed trial and appellate advocacy to produce creative solutions and outstanding results for clients. Clients regularly turn to Scott and his team for counsel and representation in challenging, complex, and high-stakes insurance and business matters.

Caitlin Saenz

Caitlin Saenz

Chief Operating Officer

CoverHound

Caitlin Saenz is the Chief Operating Officer of Coverhound and a seasoned motivational speaker with a deep passion for guiding professionals through the intricate landscape of business protection. With her extensive expertise in insurance and her motivational insights, Caitlin brings a fresh perspective to the evolving world of InsurTech.

As a panelist for "The Power of Partnership," Caitlin will delve into how InsurTechs and legacy insurers can collaborate to shape the future of insurance. She will emphasize the importance of supporting diversity and fostering diverse partnerships to drive innovation. Caitlin will share her insights on bridging the cultural gaps between large established insurers and tech startups, highlighting how diverse environments can come together to create groundbreaking solutions.

During the session, Caitlin will cover key topics such as the changing InsurTech landscape as carriers solve their own problems, past friction points that are no longer barriers (like payments), and the role of headless APIs in facilitating seamless collaboration between carriers and InsurTechs. She will also discuss various collaboration models, including investments, mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships, offering guidance on selecting the best fit for successful and inclusive collaboration.

Alexis Vaughn

Alexis Vaughn

Founder and CEO

Off Course Consulting

Alexis Cierra Vaughn, a 20-time global award-winning insurance distribution expert, insurtech influencer, professor, author, and sought-after keynote speaker, is redefining the future of insurance. She recently became a #1 Bestselling Author on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Ebooks in both the US and UK. Her book Insurance Distribution of the Future: An Interactive Guide for Agents and Brokers is already making major waves in the industry. Her groundbreaking work in insurance distribution has made her a trusted authority and an inspiration to agents, brokers, and insurtech professionals worldwide.

As the Founder and CEO of Off Course, a premier innovation and strategy consulting, technology, media, and learning firm specializing in insurtech, insurance, and financial services, Alexis is at the forefront of innovation. With 15 years of experience spanning property & casualty, life & health, insurance counseling, and benefits consulting, she brings unparalleled expertise to the table. From her early days as a captive agent, independent agent, and MGA owner, where she mentored 26 single mothers in mastering the insurance business, to her role as a Big 4 benefits Senior Relationship Manager at Mercer and later leading agency marketing and distribution for Cowbell Cyber, Alexis's career is a testament to her dedication to empowering the insurance community.

Alexis's influence extends to the academic world as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Connecticut, where she designs and teaches graduate-level insurance and technology courses. She is also a mentor at the prestigious Lloyd's Lab, serves as APIW Atlanta Network Chair, and contributes her insights as a member of the ITC Agents Advisory Board and the Insurtech Atlanta Board.

Beyond her industry accolades, Alexis co-hosts the popular podcast The Boardroom with Marvin and Alexis Vaughn, where she shares insights on leadership, innovation, and the evolving insurance and insurtech landscape. As the Author of Insurance Distribution of the Future: An Interactive Guide for Agents and Brokers, Alexis delivers a comprehensive and visionary guide for navigating the rapidly changing world of insurance distribution. From insurtech strategies and agency transformation to actionable advice for agents and brokers, her book is a must-read for anyone looking to thrive in today's market. Distributed globally and available at major retailers, this book promises to be an essential resource for industry professionals and innovators alike.

Harry Langdale

Harry Langdale

Global VP of Partnerships

Resilience

Harry Langdale is the Global VP of Partnerships at Resilience, leading insurance, technology, and finance partnerships to support the company's growth. Since joining in 2019, he has played a key role in evolving the company from a cyber data and analytics platform (Arceo.ai) to a global cyber insurtech MGA, now underwriting $200M+ in cyber insurance premiums across the US, Canada, UK, and EU. Previously, Harry held various broking and underwriting positions at Willis Re (US), Aspen Re (UK), and Catlin Syndicate.

Tom Wilde

Tom Wilde

CEO

Indico Data

Tom brings 25 years of experience in solving the complex problems of digital content to the role of CEO of indico. Prior to joining indico, Tom was the Chief Product Officer at Cxense (see-sense), a leading Data Management provider and founder of Ramp, an enterprise video content management company. Tom also held senior roles at Fast Search, Miva Systems, and Lycos. He has extensive experience with company building and venture-backed startups and holds an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from Wharton.

Bernadette Leh

Bernadette Leh

President

Sunlight Simplify

Bernadette is the Co-Founder of Sunlight Solutions and President of Sunlight Simplify, where she leads a dynamic team dedicated to delivering comprehensive, end-to-end Policy Administration Software solutions for Insurance Companies & MGAs worldwide.

Her career began in the early 2000s as an Independent Property & Casualty Insurance Agent, helping clients navigate insurance offerings tailored to their needs. She later transitioned into Software Technology Implementation, spending the past 15 years bridging the gap between the insurance and technology sectors.

Throughout her career, Bernadette has collaborated with numerous Carriers & MGAs guiding them through the complexities of Legacy System Modernization initiatives. With a deep understanding of industry needs and Insurtech Solutions, she is passionate about helping organizations future-proof their systems and drive seamless digital transformations.

Sully McConnell
Sponsor

Sully McConnell

Head of Insurance

Snowflake

Sully McConnell is the Head of Insurance at Snowflake, where he is responsible for developing Snowflake's value proposition for the insurance industry and supporting customers in their data ecosystem modernization initiatives. Prior to joining Snowflake, Sully was the Chief Data Officer at The Hartford Insurance Group where he led their data cloud migration journey and the modernization of the organization's data and analytics platforms and processes. Over the prior 20+ years, he led Data and Analytics organizations at Travelers Insurance, Time Warner Cable, Brighthouse Financial, and Aetna US Healthcare.

John Heisler
Sponsor

John Heisler

Senior AI Specialist

Snowflake

John Heisler is a Senior AI and ML Architect at Snowflake, specializing in AI and ML solutions for financial services and insurance. With a background spanning scientific research, management consulting, data science, and AI/ML architecture, John is dedicated to helping clients maximize the value of their data. His work involves the technical implementation of AI/ML strategies, the development of innovative solutions, and a focus on the commercial impact of Snowflake's Cortex AI stack. John will be sharing his expertise on Document AI and streamlining the ingestion and classification of automotive claims.

Spencer James
Sponsor

Spencer James

Founding Engineer

Agentech

Spencer James is a data scientist practitioner who has spent the last six years developing machine learning models and predictive analytics solutions. Spencer has designed and implemented data strategies, dashboards, and operational apps for a wide array of businesses and industries. More recently, he's been building agentic design systems using AI and LLMs.

Spencer's career began as a research scientist, having earned a Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics and a Master of Science in Physics, specializing in Computational Plasma Physics, from the University of Tulsa. During his academic career, he collaborated with and co-authored papers with leading scientists from Princeton University, the University of California, San Diego, and the University of Oklahoma.

Jimi Hendrix
Sponsor

Jimi Hendrix

Senior Solutions Engineer

Glia

Jimi has been with Glia coming up on 5 years, a technical expert on the Glia platform, he is focused around delivering valuable, impactful solutions to insurers through modern ChannelLess® technology and AI-first approaches.