Registration & Breakfast

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM




Welcome Remarks

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
Todd Rosenbaum - Cherry Bekaert



Navigating the Legislative Landscape: Financial Accounting & Tax Update

9:10 AM - 10:00 AM

Tune in for an insightful presentation unpacking the latest tax legislative updates, curated specifically for those operating in the insurance industry. Together, we will discuss the latest developments in federal tax legislation affecting insurers following the passing of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” tax package. In addition to other accounting updates pertinent to insurers, this session will equip you and your insurance company with the knowledge to make informed decisions regarding recent tax legislative developments and identify potential strategic opportunities.

Todd Rosenbaum - Cherry Bekaert
Rick Woods - Cherry Bekaert



Insurance Industry Technology Risks & Opportunities

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Learn how InsurTech is transforming the insurance industry by driving innovation and introducing new risks. This course covers the essentials of aligning technology with business strategy, managing compliance and third-party risks, and budgeting for the full lifecycle of tech projects. Gain practical insights through real-world examples to help your organization balance speed, resilience, and regulatory demands. 

Kurt Manske - Cherry Bekaert
Scott Peyton - Cherry Bekaert



Break

11:30 AM - 11:40 AM




Vendor Management and the Evolving Role of TPAs

11:40 AM - 12:30 PM

Discuss how third-party administrators (TPAs) have historically played a role within the insurance industry historically and cover future trends and relationship shifts; vendor management best practices; leveraging technology for improved collaboration; improving business operations; enhancing the customer experience; and regulatory compliance concerns around TPAs, vendors, and appropriate risk management.

Charlie LeBoeuf - Cherry Bekaert
Carole Sorensen - Cherry Bekaert



Lunch

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM




Ethics and Fraud Risks: Smishing and the Fall of China Evergrande Group

1:00 PM - 2:40 PM

This session will cover a couple recent corporate ethical breakdowns, such as smishing and the collapse of the Chinese firm, Evergrande Group. Smishing entails the use of text messages (SMS) in which attackers send deceptive messages to trick recipients into revealing sensitive personal financial information. The collapse of the Evergrande Group was due to mounting liabilities along with Beijing's tightening real estate regulations in 2020. Together, the group will discuss these cases, ethics best practices, and key takeaways for those operating in the insurance industry to protect your company’s risk profile and public image. 

Scott Williams - Cherry Bekaert
Dr. Keith Richardson - Bellarmine University



Break

2:40 PM - 2:50 PM




Market Update

2:50 PM - 3:40 PM

Join Jay Conner, Founder of Arena Wealth Advisors, as he delves into the current financial market environment, and closely examines how it impacts those operating in the insurance industry.

Jay Conner - Arena Wealth Advisors



Closing Remarks

3:40 PM - 3:50 PM
Todd Rosenbaum - Cherry Bekaert



Happy Hour

3:50 PM - 5:00 PM