Monday

2:00 PM | Program Administrator Town Hall: Securing Your Business –The Power of Restrictive Covenants

This PA Town Hall panel will discuss how to protect your business, preserve your assets, and stay ahead of the competition with expert insights on restrictive covenants.

In today's competitive business landscape, safeguarding your company's interests is paramount. Join us to learn more about the critical role of restrictive covenants in protecting your business. Our panel will delve into the various types of restrictive covenants, their legal framework, and best practices for implementation and enforcement. This presentation will provide valuable guidance on preserving your intellectual property, maintaining client relationships, and maximizing the value of your company by mitigating risks associated with employee turnover.

Expect a discussion on the following topics:

• Legal Protection: Learn about the legal foundations of restrictive covenants and how they can shield your business from unfair competition and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.
• Risk Mitigation: Discover practical strategies for mitigating risks associated with employee mobility and provisions in a sale situation, including non-compete agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and non-solicitation clauses.
• Preserving Assets: Understand how restrictive covenants can help preserve your company's valuable assets, including trade secrets, proprietary information, and client relationships.
• Enforcement Tactics: Gain insights into effective enforcement mechanisms and remedies for breaches of restrictive covenants, ensuring your business remains protected in the event of disputes.
• Future-proofing Strategies: Explore proactive measures for reviewing, updating, and optimizing your restrictive covenant agreements to adapt to evolving business needs and regulatory changes.
• Legislative and Legal Challenges: Hear updates on court decisions affecting the use of restrictive covenants.

Don't miss this opportunity to fortify your business defenses and secure your future success.

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4:00-5:00 PM | INDUSTRY SPEAKER: Greg Case, CEO of Aon

Greg Case is Chief Executive Officer of Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement, and health solutions. He is also a member of the company's Board of Directors.

Before joining Aon, he served on the governing Shareholders' Council at McKinsey & Company and led their Global Insurance and Financial Services Practice. Prior to McKinsey, he worked for the investment banking firm of Piper, Jaffray and Hopwood.

Case holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and graduated summa cum laude from Kansas State University. Case was named by the Harvard Business Review as one of the top 100 best performing CEOs in the world in 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2014.

TUESday

8:30 AM | GENERAL SESSION with KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Diana Nyad

Twenty-five million people worldwide rooted for Diana Nyad as she reached the Florida shore, at long last achieving her 35-year-old quest of becoming the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida. Speaking the words “Never Ever Give Up” to the wildly cheering crowd on a Key West beach on September 2, 2013, Diana demonstrated to the world the power of the human spirit.

Diana’s amazing record: 110.86 miles in 52 hours, 54 minutes, 18 seconds. 

A prominent sports journalist, filing over thirty years for National Public Radio, The New York Times and others, Diana has earned her place as one of our compelling storytellers. Her memoir, Find a Way, has earned worldwide praise. Her groundbreaking OpEd piece on her childhood sexual abuse for The New York Times drew a passionate response from around the world. Also a uniquely entertaining and inspiring public speaker, Diana has now fulfilled another lifelong dream, bringing her performance of her play “The Swimmer” to the storied off-Broadway Minetta Lane Theater. The show played to sold-out crowds in September, 2019.

Diana’s best friend and Cuba Swim expedition leader Bonnie Stoll have further collaborated with their nationwide walking initiative EverWalk, sparking America to become a nation of walkers. And EverWalk in turn has recently launched yet another initiative, OceansCommit, hosting walks along our shorelines, asking individuals and businesses to reduce single-use plastic.

Diana has been inducted into the International Women’s Sports Hall of Fame, the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame, among other Halls of Fame and awards of distinction. President Obama invited Diana to congratulate her in the Oval Office and then asked her to accompany him on his peace visit to Havana in 2014. Oprah Winfrey chose Diana’s interview for her SuperSoul Sunday broadcast to be the first to extend to two hours.

Diana has written four books and speaks three foreign languages fluently. “NYAD”, a feature film based on Diana’s life, was released in fall 2023 starring Annette Bening, Jodie Foster, and directed by Academy Award winners Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi (Free Solo).

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10:30 AM-Noon | Lloyd's Market Update and Focus on Innovation 

Dawnmarie Black, Lloyd's
Richard Everall, Beazley 

Join Richard Everall from Beazley as he provides a Lloyd's marketplace update immediately followed by a panel discussion regarding successes and opportunities of the Lloyd's Lab Accelerator and Product Launchpad which aims to help innovative ideas gain traction and success in our market. 

Attendees can also expect representatives from Lloyd's Syndicates, Tysers, and market-finding assistance for all types of programs (including small and start up). 

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11:45 AM-1:30 PM | Women's Leadership Lunch

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Get ready for an afternoon of empowerment, inspiration, and thought-provoking conversations at the Women's Leadership Group Lunch.

Highlights

• Speaker: Renowned long-distance swimmer, author, and fearless adventurer, Diana Nyad will share her incredible journey of resilience, determination, and breaking barriers during a moderated discussion.
• Audience Q&A: Ask questions of one of the most inspiring women of our time.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, expand your professional network, and be part of a community dedicated to fostering leadership and empowerment.

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2:00 PM | Elevate Your Workforce: Accessing Student Talent

Tandeka Nomvete, Spencer Educational Foundation (Moderator)
Tony Chimera, Westfield Specialty Insurance 
Noelle Codispoti, The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research  
Whitnee Dillard, The National Invest Program
Vionie Beaunissant, Baldwin Risk Partners

Unlock the potential of the next generation workforce with this workshop, presented in collaboration with the Spencer Educational Foundation.

Key Topics Covered:

• Tapping into the Rising Talent Pool
• Connecting with Educational Institutions
• Strategic School Engagement
• Outreach to High School Seniors
• Internship Program Development
• Impact of Student Outreach
• Accessing Insurance Industry Resources

Don't miss this opportunity to shape your future workforce and stay ahead of the talent gap in Insurance and Risk Management. This “How To” workshop promises actionable insights and pathways to student talent acquisition. 

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Presented by: Spencer Educational Foundation

4:00 PM | Introducing the Program Business Professional (PBP) Designation 

Join us for an exclusive presentation that outlines the future of Program Business education and the pathway to achieving the new Program Business Professional (PBP) designation. TMPAA and The Institutes will discuss the strategic plan to replace Target University and the CPL designation with a comprehensive new curriculum. The Institutes, a leader in risk management and insurance education, will manage content creation and testing protocols.

Topics covered will include:

• List of courses necessary to earn the PBP designation
• How the courses can be used for Continuing Education (CE) credits
• How the designation seamlessly links to other esteemed industry designations, including the CPCU and CPL
• Official launch date
• Anticipated time to complete the designation
• Special rate for TMPAA members

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WEDNESday

8:30 AM | GENERAL SESSION

Preparing for Nature's Fury – Strategic Imperatives for Business and Insurance Resilience

Phil Klotzbach, Senior Research Scientist, Department of Atmospheric Science, Colorado State University

Join us for a captivating presentation with Dr. Phil Klotzbach, a leading expert in tropical forecasting at Colorado State University. In a world of unpredictable climate, businesses are compelled to prioritize strategic preparedness for severe weather.

Gather insights on climate science and the forthcoming 2024 Atlantic hurricane season and its potential impacts on the insurance industry. Also highlighted will be the increasing vulnerability of areas prone to severe weather. From the critical role of preparedness during hurricanes, to the surprising influence of air conditioning on population distribution, this session promises a concise exploration of the nexus between severe weather, business resilience, and the evolving landscape of risk management.

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10:30 AM | Lloyd's Coverholder Boot Camp 

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Dawnmarie Black, Lloyd's 

Presented by Lloyd's, the Coverholder Boot Camp is a two hour program for Coverholders who want to gain a better understanding of Lloyd's expertise and market capacity and program administrators interested in becoming a Coverholder. This interactive session will cover: 

• How the Lloyd's Market works 
• Role of the Lloyd's Broker, Lloyd's Market Association, and Cooporation
• Lloyd's Underwriter/Coverholder panel discussion 
• New Appetites and Capacity 
• The role of the Lloyd's Market Association 
• Q&A Session 

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