AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6
6:00 PM |
Meet-the-Speakers Networking Reception (Park Hyatt New York) |
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
8:00 AM |
Breakfast |
9:00 AM |
Welcome
Presented by Phil Trem, MarshBerry President – Financial Advisory |
9:15 AM |
Unveiling the Current Landscape: State of the Industry
Step into the heart of the insurance industry’s present landscape as this session offers a comprehensive overview of the prevailing trends, challenges, and transformative forces shaping the sector in 2025.
Presented by John Wepler, MarshBerry Chairman & CEO |
10:15 AM |
Networking Break |
10:30 AM |
Panel Discussion: Navigating Debt & Equity in Today’s Insurance Market
Gerard Vecchio, MarshBerry’s Managing Director and co-head of the Specialty Distribution practice, moderates a panel addressing raising debt for insurance brokers in a fluctuating fed funds rate environment. Panelists include:
Moderated by Gerard Vecchio, MarshBerry Managing Director |
11:15 AM |
Pros & Cons: Public vs. Private Capital Structure - Fireside Chat
Phil Trem, MarshBerry’s President Financial Advisory, sits down with industry leaders to address the pros and cons of a public vs. private capital structure. Panelists include:
Moderated by Phil Trem, MarshBerry President |
12:00 PM |
Networking Break |
12:15 PM |
Keynote Address- Geoff Colvin, Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune
Geoff Colvin is an acclaimed business journalist, author, and speaker known for his deep insights into leadership, economics, and the future of business. As Senior Editor-at-Large for Fortune magazine, Geoff has covered the most pressing issues facing business leaders today, from technology disruption to market dynamics and leadership strategies. With decades of experience analyzing trends and interviewing top executives, Geoff’s expertise spans leadership, innovation, and the intersection of technology and human capabilities. Presented by Geoff Colvin, Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune; Bestselling Author |
1:00 PM |
Wrap-Up |
1:15 PM |
Networking Lunch |