Why RISE®
The insurance industry is changing, and the next generation is leading the way. RISE® is here to connect, support, and empower young professionals with the tools they need to thrive—because tomorrow’s leaders are rising today.
Advisory
Board
Our Advisory Board is comprised of industry executives who share a passion for diversity and the future success of the insurance industry.
Abel Travis
Senior Vice President Affiliate Operations at Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Aimee Venn
Chief Claims Officer at Richmond National
Angela Noble
CMO, VP of Marketing and Communications at FCCI
Becky Hudzik Presson
SVP, Chief Claims Officer at American National Insurance
Brian Pozzi
Vice President, Office of General Counsel & Corporate Claims Officer at The Auto Club Group
Charmaine Rice
SVP, Global Learning, Development & Diversity at AmTrust Financial
Dale Sherman
SVP, Claims Counsel at PURE Insurance
Daniel Colon
Chief Administrative Officer at United Automobile Insurance Group
Gia Sawko
Chief Claims Officer at Signal Mutual
Ken Bunn
VP Claims at Builders Mutual Insurance Company
Matt McColley
EVP Operations at KW Specialty Insurance Company
Meg Weist
C-Suite Executive
Melissa Hill
Head of Claims, North America at Allianz
Michelle Raue
Senior Vice President – Head of Claims at Preferred Mutual Insurance Company
Patrick Nails
Executive Vice President & Chief Claims Officer at Arch Insurance
Rani Christie
SVP, Business Development at Captive Resources
Robert Bowers
Chief Claims and Customer Service Officer at Westfield
Sherry Merber
Chief Claims Officer at Palms Insurance
Victoria Turchetti
Director, Business Development at Intact Speciaty InsuranceLeadership Team
Amy Cooper
Founder & CEO
Katerina Garavito
President
Tori Snoddy
Director of Operations
Desiree Bennett
Director of Corporate ProgramsPartners
Abel Travis
Senior Vice President Affiliate Operations at Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company Aimee Venn
Chief Claims Officer at Richmond National Angela Noble
CMO, VP of Marketing and Communications at FCCI Becky Hudzik Presson
SVP, Chief Claims Officer at American National Insurance Brian Pozzi
Vice President, Office of General Counsel & Corporate Claims Officer at The Auto Club Group Charmaine Rice
SVP, Global Learning, Development & Diversity at AmTrust Financial Dale Sherman
SVP, Claims Counsel at PURE Insurance Daniel Colon
Chief Administrative Officer at United Automobile Insurance Group Gia Sawko
Chief Claims Officer at Signal Mutual Ken Bunn
VP Claims at Builders Mutual Insurance Company Matt McColley
EVP Operations at KW Specialty Insurance Company
Meg Weist
C-Suite Executive Melissa Hill
Head of Claims, North America at Allianz Michelle Raue
Senior Vice President – Head of Claims at Preferred Mutual Insurance Company Patrick Nails
Executive Vice President & Chief Claims Officer at Arch Insurance Rani Christie
SVP, Business Development at Captive Resources Robert Bowers
Chief Claims and Customer Service Officer at Westfield Sherry Merber
Chief Claims Officer at Palms Insurance Victoria Turchetti
Director, Business Development at Intact Speciaty InsuranceAbout the Event:
Experience an immersive blend of interactive leadership training, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a celebratory gathering honoring the finest talents in the insurance world, including our esteemed 35 Under 35 Winners. Over two days, attendees will dive into fast-paced TED-Talk style sessions and engaging workshops designed for swift learning and actionable insights.
Who Should Attend:
This event caters to insurance professionals seeking to elevate their leadership prowess and network with peers and influencers from hundreds of companies. Whether you’re an individual contributor or a seasoned manager, the summit offers tailored tracks to suit diverse career stages.
- Early career professionals who work for insurance companies (carriers, brokers, MGA, etc.) in all areas (underwriting, product, claims, technology, actuarial, sales, client services, etc.)
- Insurance Leaders or those aspiring to be
- Those looking to grow their career
- Students interested in insurance
- RISE members who are part of our committees, programs, and boards
What to Expect:
Elevate your leadership skills with two tracks of dynamic training sessions and thought-provoking keynotes, tailored to navigate the ever-evolving insurance landscape. Dive into interactive workshops and engage with a diverse community, fostering inclusive networking opportunities.
With an energetic atmosphere and celebratory undertone, expect honors, recognitions, and prestigious awards ceremonies. Connect with executives and peers from over 200 companies, participate in the renowned speed mentoring event, and capture memorable moments with fun photo opportunities and professional headshots. Additionally, unwind and recharge with wellness-focused activities, ensuring a holistic approach to leadership development.
