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2025
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2026
Shaping the Future of Insurance Tech &
Regenerative Ecosystems
#ITICCHICAGO
Thank you for joining us for the Annual
is the premier InsurTech event, bringing together senior executives, insurers,
reinsurers, brokers, and technology innovators to explore the future of insurance in a
rapidly digitalizing world.
Over two days, the conference will cover AI-driven underwriting, claims automation, cyber
insurance, IoT, ESG integration, personalization, and emerging risk strategies. Attendees
will gain practical insights through keynotes, fireside chats, panel discussions, and
solution provider sessions. The event emphasizes transformative technology, operational
efficiency, and customer-centric innovation.
#ITICChicago delivers an unparalleled experience — blending leadership empowerment
and technological transformation to shape the future of insurance
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Insurance Tech & Innovation Conference Chicago
2026)
Event Overview
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
1. Underwriting & Claims Evolution (AI & Automation)
Parametric Insurance: Using AI and real-time data to redefine risk architecture.
Agentic AI: Shifting operations away from traditional BPO to autonomous
optimization.
Speed & Efficiency: Shrinking the claims lifecycle from weeks to same-day
execution and using content intelligence for fast document decisions.
2. Cyber Insurance & Emerging Risks
Digital Risk Management: Expert panels (Aon, Cowbell) addressing the realities
of underwriting cyber insurance in a digital landscape.
3. Customer Experience (CX) & Personalization
Data-Driven CX: Utilizing advanced data analytics to create hyper-personalized
insurance products and boost engagement.
4. Governance, Regulation & Enterprise Scale
Scale & Compliance: Moving from isolated AI pilots to enterprise-scale governed
systems, automating licensing, and navigating IT audit controls.
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Day 1: 10 June 2026
7:50 AM - Registration & Networking
8:35 AM - Opening Remarks & Welcome Note by Altaworld
8:40 AM - Opening Remarks by Chairperson
Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
8:45 AM - Panel Discussion: AI and Machine Learning in Underwriting
Moderator: Arthur Borden, Middle Market Business Architect - Transformation, Nationwide
Panelists:
Joshua Hurd, Vice President – Inland Marine, Allied World Insurance Company
Scott Anton, Director – Commercial P&C Underwriting & Technology, WTW
Sandeep Khuperkar, CEO & Founder, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
9:25 AM - The Future of Insurance is Parametric: How AI & Real-Time Data are Redefining Risk
Architecture for 2027
Sandra Molina, Insurance Chapter Leader, Aliar Latam
9:50 AM - Why Generative AI Stalls in Insurance (And How to Fix It)
Michael Greenhow, SVP of Customer Growth & Success, Ondexx
10:20 AM - Morning Refreshments & Networking Break
10:55 AM - Panel Discussion: Cyber Insurance in the Age of Digital Transformation
Moderator: Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
Panellists:
John Hennessy, Regional Vice President of Underwriting, West, Cowbell
Tony Rhem, CEO/Principal Consultant, A.J. Rhem & Associates, Inc.
11:35 AM – Reclaiming Insurance Operations: Agentic AI and the Shift Away from BPO
Speakers:
Jacob Ortega, Lead Solutions Engineer, Lydonia
Todd Foley, CDO/CISO, Lydonia
12:05 PM – From Observability to Autonomous Optimization: Transforming Insurance Operations
in Real Time
David Sutton, IT Automation & FinOps Expert, IBM
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Room: Lakeshore Ballroom
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Day 1: 10 June 2026
12:35 PM – Panel Discussion: Innovation in Underwriting and Claims
Moderator: Michael Greenhow, SVP of Customer Growth & Success, Ondexx
Panelists:
Julianna Muir, Founder & CEO, Vellum Insurance
Pascha Fountain, Licensed Producer and Insurance Expert
Geoff McGowan, Owner, NORTHCO
Andreas Andersen, Solutions Consultant, Insurance, Whatfix
1:20 PM – Networking Lunch
2:05 PM – Empowering the Workforce to Unlock Insurance Transformation ROI
Andreas Andersen, Solutions Consultant, Insurance, Whatfix
2:35 PM – From Documents to Decisions: Reimagining Claims Assessments with Content
Intelligence
Mike Prentice, VP of Innovation, Pyramid Solutions
3:05 PM – Agenzee: Modernizing Licensing and Appointment Compliance
Kevin Milner, Insurance Professional, Agenzee
3:35 PM – Thirty Agents In, No One at the Wheel: The Next Crisis in Insurance
Craig St Jean, Director, Product Management, Outsystems
4:05 PM – Networking Coffee Break
4:45 PM – Panel Discussion: The Role of Insurtechs in Modernizing Insurance
Moderator: Justin Gress, Insurance Executive-Chief Operating Officer
Panelists:
Karl Stark, Managing Director, Avondale Insurtech Ventures
Erin Tonseth, Lead Digital and Technology Product Manager, American Family Insurance
Samuel Eyob, Founder, Postral AI
5:30 PM – Panel Discussion: The Future of Claims Processing with Automation
Moderator: Stacey Saunders, Founder & Leadership Strategist, Saunders Consulting
Panelists:
Todd Foley, CDO/CISO, Lydonia
Allah Rakha Sheikh, CIO, Madison Mutual
Sofia Vatougios Murphy, Vice President-Claims, Swiss Re
6:15 PM – Closing Remarks by Chairperson
6:20 PM – Evening Networking Reception
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Speakers - Day 1 - June 10, 2026
Vinita Jajware-Beatty
President & Board Chair, TIWA
Vinita Jajware-Beatty is the President of the Toronto Insurance Women’s Association (TIWA), a
not-for-profit trade organization. Elected President in 2016, she acts as a resource for the entire
insurance community, including brokers, underwriters, claims, actuarial, and risk management
professionals. With over 23 years of experience, she also serves as Chair of Dive In Canada, a DEI
initiative from Lloyds of London. Additionally, Vinita is the Chief Operating Officer of Enkompass
Power & Energy Corporation, an engineering and field services firm.
Arthur Borden
Middle Market Business Architect - Transformation, Nationwide
Arthur Borden is the Middle Market Business Architect - Transformation at Nationwide. He is a key
speaker at the Insurance Tech & Innovation Conference, focusing on transformative technology
within the industry. For the ITIC Chicago 2026 event, he is slated to moderate and participate in
the panel discussion, "AI and Machine Learning in Underwriting". He has been confirmed to share
his insights on leveraging AI and machine learning for underwriting and innovation.
Joshua Hurd
Vice President – Inland Marine, Allied World Insurance Company
Joshua Hurd is the Vice President – Inland Marine at Allied World Insurance Company. He
manages the Inland Marine line of business across the Midwest and Northeast regions. His
experience includes projects focused on data aggregation/risk prioritization, small business
underwriting automation, and general AI integration. Joshua is a panellist for the "AI and Machine
Learning in Underwriting" session at the Insurance Tech & Innovation Conference Chicago 2026.
His expertise also aligns with topics such as the role of Insurtechs in modernizing insurance and the application of data
analytics in risk management and underwriting.
Scott Anton
Director – Commercial P&C Underwriting & Technology, WTW
Scott Anton is an accomplished insurance professional with more than 13 years of experience
driving business transformation, operational excellence, and strategic innovation across the
insurance industry. Currently with WTW, Scott brings deep expertise in underwriting, claims,
process optimization, change management, and organizational enablement. Having held
leadership roles at leading global insurers, he is recognized for his ability to bridge business and
technology, foster high-performing teams, and deliver customer-focused solutions that create measurable business
value. Scott is passionate about shaping the future of insurance through innovation and collaboration.
Sandeep Khuperkar
Founder/CEO, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
Sandeep L. Khuperkar is the Founder & CEO of Data Science Wizards (DSW), leading the
development of DSW UnifyAI OS, an Enterprise AI Operating System that enables organizations to
deploy and manage AI at scale. With 25+ years of experience across IBM, Red Hat, and Ashnik, he
specializes in enterprise architecture, AI, and data integration. Sandeep focuses on helping
insurance and financial services organizations build governed, auditable, and scalable AI
systems. He is also a Regional Mentor of Change with Atal Innovation Mission and an active open-source advocate.
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Speakers - Day 1 - June 10, 2026
Sandra Molina
Insurance Chapter Leader, Aliar Latam
Sandra Molina is a visionary leader in the Latin American insurtech space. She is recognized for
her ethical approach to AI, customer experience innovation, and digital transformation in
insurance.
Michael Greenhow
SVP Customer Growth & Success, Ondexx
Michael Greenhow is the SVP of Customer Growth & Success at Ondexx, a leading information
and knowledge management (KM) solution provider. Bringing over 25 years of experience in
technology and finance, he is committed to delivering innovative solutions and driving
organizational transformation. He leverages his deep understanding of customer needs to
enhance knowledge sharing and collaboration, helping mid-market and enterprise clients
achieve their goals
John Hennessy
Regional Vice President of Underwriting, West, Cowbell
John Hennessy is a seasoned insurance executive with deep expertise in cyber insurance,
underwriting, distribution strategy, and risk management. As Regional Vice President,
Underwriting-Midwest at Cowbell, he works closely with brokers and clients to navigate the
evolving cyber risk landscape and deliver innovative insurance solutions. With extensive
experience across underwriting leadership and specialty insurance markets, John is recognized
for his industry insight, collaborative approach, and commitment to advancing insurance innovation. He is passionate
about helping organizations better understand and manage emerging risks in an increasingly digital world.
Tony Rhem
CEO/Principal Consultant, A.J. Rhem & Associates, Inc.
Dr. Anthony J. Rhem is a recognized thought leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Knowledge
Management (KM) and serves as CEO/Principal Consultant of A.J. Rhem & Associates Inc. Dr.
Rhem provides AI and KM solutions, strategies, governance, and architecture to Fortune 1000
companies in insurance, financial, healthcare, Legal, Retail, and logistics.
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Jacob Ortega
Lead Solutions Engineer, Lydonia
Jacob Ortega is the Lead Solutions Engineer at Lydonia. He is an AI and automation expert with
over seven years of experience delivering innovative solutions across diverse organizations.
Based in Central Texas, he specializes in uncovering client needs, streamlining processes, and
implementing AI technologies that drive profitability and growth. He is a strategic consultant
known for translating complex concepts into actionable solutions and holds certifications across
major agentic platforms.
Todd Foley
CDO/CISO, Lydonia
Todd Foley is Lydonia Technologies’ Chief Digital Officer and Chief Information Security Officer.
Todd is responsible for Lydonia Technologies’ Artificial Intelligence Solutions, Data Modernization,
Business Consulting and Zero-Trust Security Professional Service offerings. Todd is committed to
bringing innovation to Lydonia clients to help them transform and thrive as AI-first organizations.
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David Sutton
IT Automation & FinOps Expert, IBM
David Sutton is a Subject Matter Expert in IT Automation and FinOps, with extensive experience
helping enterprises optimize cloud operations, improve efficiency, and drive technology
transformation. Currently serving as Midwest Market Leader for IT Automation and FinOps at IBM,
he brings a strong background in cloud infrastructure, automation strategy, and enterprise
technology leadership.
Pascha Fountain
Licensed Producer and Insurance Expert
Pascha B. Fountain is an accomplished insurance professional with over 15 years of versatile
industry experience across major market sectors. Her comprehensive background spans the
carrier side as a Life, AD&D, and Disability underwriter, as well as a Life and AD&D reinsurance
underwriter. Most recently, she expanded her expertise into the property and casualty sector as a
reinsurance broker. Pascha specializes in translating complex technical data into strategic risk-
transfer frameworks. She is recognized for managing high-value portfolios and optimizing coverage to drive sustainable
commercial growth.
Geoff McGowan
Owner, NORTHCO
Geoff McGowan, J.D., is the Owner of NORTHCO. He has extensive experience in claims
management, having worked with three brokers and reviewed claims at six syndicates.
Additionally, he served as the Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for a major teachers' union for 38
years.
Andreas Andersen
Solutions Consultant, Insurance, Whatfix
Andreas Andersen is a Solutions Consultant for Insurance at Whatfix, specializing in digital
transformation and technology adoption for insurers. He works closely with insurance
organizations to modernize legacy systems, improve agent and employee productivity, and
deliver seamless customer experiences while aligning technology initiatives with business and
compliance goals. His experience across both high-growth startups and established enterprises
provides a unique perspective on innovation, change management, and the future of digital transformation in the
insurance industry.
Mike Prentice
VP of Innovation, Pyramid Solutions
Mike Prentice is the VP of Innovation at Pyramid Solutions. He specializes in the next evolution of
Intelligent Document Processing (IDP): content intelligence. His professional focus is on
modernizing claims operations. He uses content intelligence to capture data from various
unstructured claims documents, including doctor’s notes, forms, and policy documents. The goal
is to contextualize, connect, and interpret this data to enable faster, more informed decisions.
This process transforms fragmented inputs into a unified, actionable view, significantly reducing manual effort and
modernizing claims operations at scale.
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Kevin Milner
Insurance Licensing Coordinator, Agenzee
Kevin Milner is an insurance professional with over 20 years of experience across operations,
education, and regulatory oversight. He holds respected industry designations including CIC,
CRM, CFE, and ITP. As Insurance Licensing Coordinator at Agenzee, he advocates for a modern,
centralized approach to licensing and compliance. He helps organizations use Agenzee's
platform to reduce complexity, improve visibility, and stay proactively compliant, addressing
challenges like manual processes and increasing regulatory risk.
Craig St Jean
Director, Product Management, Outsystems
Craig brings two decades of expertise to the intersection of software craftsmanship and business
strategy. Having mastered both high-code environments and dynamic low-code platforms, he
specializes in architecting robust, future-proof solutions. With a deep foundation in insurance
and financial services, Craig designs adaptable frameworks that align technical innovation with
the evolving demands of the modern enterprise.
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Karl Stark
Managing Director, Avondale Insurtech Ventures
Karl Stark is a serial entrepreneur and Managing Director at Avondale Insurtech Ventures, where
he focuses on driving transformative change in the insurance industry. He advises leading
insurtech companies and private equity investors while directing Avondale’s investments in
early-stage insurtech firms. Previously, Karl founded Elagy, a successful digital life insurance
agency acquired in 2020, and built Avondale Strategic Partners, a consulting practice for
insurance carriers. He is also active in the Chicago community and is a house music DJ.
Erin Tonseth
Lead Digital & Technology Product Manager, American Family Insurance
Erin Tonseth is an accomplished insurance and product management leader with extensive
experience driving innovation, digital transformation, and customer-focused solutions within the
insurance industry. At American Family Insurance, she plays a key role in shaping product
strategy and delivering experiences that align business objectives with evolving customer needs.
With expertise spanning product development, agile methodologies, and emerging technologies,
Erin is passionate about leveraging data, technology, and cross-functional collaboration to create impactful solutions
that enhance customer value and drive sustainable business growth.
Samuel Eyob
Founder/CEO, Postral AI
Samuel Eyob is the founder of Postral.ai, the fastest way for truckers to get insured. As an AI-
native commercial insurance brokerage, Postral helps owner-operators, fleets, and trucking
businesses compare coverage and save on commercial auto, fleet, cargo, and general liability
insurance. By automating intake, quoting, submissions, and renewals, Postral makes insurance
transparent, cutting back-and-forth, preventing overpaying, and getting businesses insured
faster across the US.
Justin Gress
Insurance Executive-Chief Operating Officer
Justin Gress is an Insurance Executive and Chief Operating Officer. He has an almost 20-year
career focusing on insurance operations and strategy. Mr. Gress held executive roles at AXA XL,
including COO of AXA XL Canada and North America Construction. He also led Specialty Lines
Operations at CNA and is a graduate of General Electric’s Leadership Program.
Stacey Saunders
Founder & Leadership Strategist, Saunders Consulting
Stacey Saunders is the Founder and Leadership Strategist at Saunders Consulting, specializing in
leadership coaching and equitable moderation. As the moderator for the session "The Future of
Claims Processing with Automation," she explores the intersection of technology, operational
strategy, and human-centered leadership. With over two decades of experience across
leadership development, organizational strategy, and facilitation, Stacey is recognized for
fostering inclusive environments that turn complex industry challenges into actionable results. Her expertise
centers on sustainable innovation and people-first transformation, assisting organizations in navigating the digital
landscape with both strategic intention and operational clarity.
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leadership and commitment to talent development drive innovation and elevate the role of IT within MMIC.
Sofia Vatougios Murphy
Vice President-Claims, Swiss Re
Allah Rakha Sheikh
CIO, Madison Mutual
Allah Rakha Sheikh is an award-winning IT leader and results-driven executive with over 20 years
of experience. As Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Madison Mutual Insurance Company (MMIC),
his expertise covers customer engagement, product transformation, and IT operations
optimization. Sheikh is focused on strategically repositioning IT from a cost center to a revenue-
generating partner by fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. His collaborative
Sofia Murphy is a strategic insurance and technology leader with extensive experience driving
digital transformation, innovation, and operational excellence across the insurance sector. She is
recognized for her expertise in leveraging emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making,
and customer-centric strategies to modernize business operations and accelerate growth.
Throughout her career, Sofia has successfully led cross-functional teams and transformation
initiatives that enhance efficiency, strengthen customer engagement, and deliver measurable business outcomes. She
is passionate about shaping the future of insurance through innovation, leadership, and industry collaboration.
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Day 2: 11 June 2026
08:30 AM – Registration & Networking
09:15 AM – Opening Remarks by Chairperson
Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
09:20 AM – Panel Discussion: Personalization and Customer Experience in Insurance
Moderator: Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
Panelists:
Brandon Day, CEO & Founder, Cocoon Home Services
Sanket Das, AI & Technology Leader, EY
Cheri Trites-Versluis, VP Insurance Intelligence, Bold Penguin
10:05 AM – Keynote: Building the Future-Ready Insurance Enterprise Through Technology &
Leadership
Moderator: Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
Panelists:
Lauren Finnis, North American Distribution Leader, QBE North America
10:30 AM – How to Reduce the Claims Lifecycle From Weeks to Same-Day With AI
Vital Soupel, Senior Insurance IT and AI Consultant, ScienceSoft
11:00 AM – Networking Coffee Break
11:35 AM – From AI Pilots to Governed Agentic Systems: Operationalizing AI in Insurance at
Enterprise Scale
Sandeep Khuperkar, CEO & Founder, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
Pritesh Tiwari, Founder & Chief Data Scientist, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
12:05 PM - Fireside Chat: Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Insurtech
Moderator: Vinita Jajware-Beatty, President & Board Chair, TIWA
Panelists:
Anamika Roy, Director - IT Audit & Data Analytics, Old Republic General Insurance Company
Kay Solomon-Okoli, AVP – IT Controls & Quality Governance, CNA
12:35 PM – Networking Lunch
1:10 PM - Panel Discussion: The Role of Data Analytics in Risk Management
Moderator: David Schraub, Founder & CEO, David Schraub Actuarial Consultancy
Panelists:
Tony Rhem, CEO/Principal Consultant, A.J. Rhem & Associates, Inc.
Andrew Kowalske, Chief Product Officer, Blitz Insurance
Ted Amdur, Associate Director, Aon
Insurance Tech Innovation Conference
Room: Lakeshore Ballroom
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Day 2: 11 June 2026
1:55 PM – AI Use Cases in Insurance
Speakers:
David Schraub, Founder & CEO, David Schraub Actuarial Consultancy
Nick Easley, Senior Actuarial Associate, MS Transverse Insurance
2:25 PM – Closing Remarks
2:35 PM - End of Conference
Insurance Tech Innovation Conference
Room: Lakeshore Ballroom
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strategy for Personal Lines. He holds an MBA from Wharton and advanced degrees from The Fletcher School and
Syracuse University.oomer is a Chartered Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries and co-founder of YuLife. He co-
founded YuLife, where he built and scaled the customer organization across three continents, and now focuses on
applying AI to real-world business problems.
Brandon Day
CEO & Founder, Cocoon Home Services
Jonathan RBrandon Day is the Founder and CEO of Cocoon, a data-driven home services
company transitioning property care from reactive to predictive. By connecting property data
with service delivery, Cocoon reduces risk and improves outcomes for homeowners and insurers.
Previously, Brandon spent 17 years at AIG in leadership roles across underwriting and strategy,
managing global transformation programs and operational
Sanket Das
AI & Technology Leader, EY
technology-enabled innovation, helping insurers navigate evolving market dynamics while creating scalable, customer-
centric solutions that deliver measurable business value.
Sanket Das is a senior insurance technology and transformation executive with extensive
experience helping insurers leverage AI, data, and digital innovation to drive business growth and
operational excellence. As a leader at EY, he works with insurance organizations to modernize
distribution, enhance customer engagement, and accelerate enterprise transformation
initiatives. Sanket is recognized for his expertise in AI strategy, digital operating models, and
Cheri Trites-Versluis
VP Insurance Intelligence, Bold Penguin
insurance through technology, operational excellence, and customer-focused innovation. She is passionate about
helping the industry adapt to changing market demands while creating stronger connections between insurers, agents,
and customers.
Cheri Trites-Versluis is a seasoned insurance executive and thought leader with extensive
experience in insurance distribution, agency operations, and technology-driven innovation. As
Vice President of Insurance Intelligence at Bold Penguin, she helps carriers, agencies, and
brokers leverage data and digital solutions to enhance distribution strategies and drive
business growth. Throughout her career, Cheri has been a strong advocate for modernizing
Vinita Jajware-Beatty
President & Board Chair, TIWA
Vinita Jajware-Beatty is the President of the Toronto Insurance Women’s Association (TIWA), a
not-for-profit trade organization. Elected President in 2016, she acts as a resource for the entire
insurance community, including brokers, underwriters, claims, actuarial, and risk management
professionals. With over 23 years of experience, she also serves as Chair of Dive In Canada, a DEI
initiative from Lloyds of London. Additionally, Vinita is the Chief Operating Officer of Enkompass
Power & Energy Corporation, an engineering and field services firm.
Lauren Finnis
North American Distribution Leader, QBE North America
navigate change, embrace emerging technologies, and drive sustainable growth. She is a strong advocate for
innovation, talent development, and building future-ready insurance organizations in an increasingly dynamic market.
Lauren Finnis is an accomplished insurance leader with deep expertise in digital
transformation, operational strategy, and customer-centric innovation. Throughout her career,
she has led initiatives that enhance business performance, optimize processes, and improve
customer experiences across the insurance value chain. Known for her collaborative
leadership style and strategic mindset, Lauren is passionate about helping organizations
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Anamika Roy
Director - IT Audit & Data Analytics, Old Republic General Insurance
Company
digital trust. A Chartered Accountant and holder of multiple globally recognized certifications, including CIA, CISA, and
CISM, Anamika is a respected industry leader known for driving innovation, fostering strong governance practices, and
enabling organizations to embrace emerging technologies with confidence.
Anamika Roy is an accomplished IT Audit, Cybersecurity, and Governance, Risk & Compliance
(GRC) executive with extensive experience helping organizations strengthen resilience, manage
risk, and navigate complex regulatory environments. At Old Republic General Insurance Group,
she leads initiatives focused on technology risk, cybersecurity governance, internal audit, and
Kay Solomon-Okoli
AVP – IT Controls & Quality Governance, CNA
she oversees the Control Assurance program to strengthen the control ecosystem and ensure successful audits with
minimal disruption. She is also actively involved in mentoring and served on the Women Impacting Leaders ERG at CNA.
Kay Solomon-Okoli is a proven IT leader with over 20 years of experience spanning Audit,
Risk, Governance, and Compliance across diverse sectors including financial services and
healthcare. Her deep foundation in IT enables expert assessment of risks and controls. She
specializes in designing complex internal controls, driving continuous process
improvement, and implementing cyber security strategies for global operations. Currently,
systems. He is also a Regional Mentor of Change with Atal Innovation Mission and an active open-source advocate.
Sandeep Khuperkar
CEO & Founder, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
Sandeep L. Khuperkar is the Founder & CEO of Data Science Wizards (DSW), leading the
development of DSW UnifyAI OS, an Enterprise AI Operating System that enables organizations to
deploy and manage AI at scale. With 25+ years of experience across IBM, Red Hat, and Ashnik, he
specializes in enterprise architecture, AI, and data integration. Sandeep focuses on helping
insurance and financial services organizations build governed, auditable, and scalable AI
ISS (MSCI), PNB MetLife, and Mondelez International Ireland, where he built and scaled AI teams and delivered enterprise-
wide AI use cases in highly regulated environments. He is known for his systems-first approach to AI-focusing on
operationalization, governance, and scalability-enabling enterprises to move beyond experimentation and drive real-
world impact.
Pritesh Tiwari
Founder & Chief Data Scientist, Data Science Wizards (DSW)
Pritesh Tiwari is the Founder & Chief Data Scientist at Data Science Wizards (DSW), where he is
building DSW UnifyAI OS - The Enterprise AI Operating System-designed to help enterprises move
from fragmented AI experiments to governed, production-grade AI systems. With over a decade
of experience in AI and data science, Pritesh has led the design and deployment of high-impact
AI solutions across insurance, BFSI, and global enterprise ecosystems. His journey spans roles at
Vital Soupel
Senior Insurance IT and AI Consultant, Sciencesoft
Vital Soupel is an AI and Insurance IT Consultant at ScienceSoft, specializing in digital
transformation and AI adoption for regulated industries. Drawing on his experience in business
management, technology consulting, and software delivery, he helps organizations turn AI
concepts into practical, scalable solutions with strong governance and measurable business
value.
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Ted Amdur
Associate Director, Aon
University, applying Bayesian statistical modeling to climate reconstruction. Ted also holds a Master of Secondary
Education in Math and Science from Marquette University and a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Williams College, and as
a Chicagoland native he enjoys running, hiking, camping, and following Chicago sports and significant weather events.
Ted is an Associate Director at Aon Impact Forecasting, where he leads development of the
next‑generation hurricane hazard model for the North Atlantic and East Pacific. His work focuses
on applying advanced statistical and machine learning methods to improve stochastic
modeling of tropical cyclone hazards and quantify impact of climate changes on future
hurricane risk. He previously completed a PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard
underwriting experiences. Prior to Blitz, Andrew held product and strategy leadership roles across insurance and financial
services organizations. He is passionate about leveraging technology, analytics, and customer-centric design to
modernize insurance operations and deliver meaningful business outcomes.
Andrew Kowalske
Chief Product Officer, Blitz Insurance
Andrew Kowalske is a product and insurance technology leader with extensive experience driving
innovation across underwriting, risk assessment, and digital insurance solutions. As Chief Product
Officer at Blitz Insurance, he leads product strategy and development for a technology-driven
platform transforming the specialty insurance market through streamlined, data-enabled
David Schraub
Founder & CEO, David Schraub Actuarial Consultancy
David is a consultant with 25 years of actuarial experience, who applies an actuarial perspective
to innovation and technology within the insurance industry. He advises clients on implementing
AI use cases while mitigating regulatory attention and on traditional life actuarial topics.
Nick Easley
Senior Actuarial Associate , MS Transverse Insurance
Nick Easley is a credentialed actuary with over ten years of property and casualty
insurance experience. He currently serves as Senior Actuarial Associate at MS Transverse
Insurance Group, where his work encompasses loss reserving, program pricing, and
actuarial technology development. His background includes reserving at AIG, workers
compensation pricing and reserving at Pinnacol Assurance, and actuarial consulting
with a concentration in group captive programs at Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, Inc. Mr.
Easley holds the Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) designation.
Tony Rhem
CEO/Principal Consultant, A.J. Rhem & Associates, Inc.
Dr. Anthony J. Rhem is a recognized thought leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and
Knowledge Management (KM) and serves as CEO/Principal Consultant of A.J. Rhem &
Associates Inc. Dr. Rhem provides AI and KM solutions, strategies, governance, and
architecture to Fortune 1000 companies in insurance, financial, healthcare, Legal, Retail, and
logistics.
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Whatfix
Whatfix is advancing the "userization" of insurance technology, empowering carriers and
agencies to maximize the ROI of their digital investments. With certified partnerships with
industry leaders Guidewire and Duck Creek, Whatfix enables over 751,000 agents,
underwriters, and adjusters to drive productivity, ensure process compliance, and
improve the user experience of internal and customer-facing applications. Powered by
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Pyramid Solutions transforms how enterprises process content and make decisions by
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business context in which that content operates. With more than 35 years of experience
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portfolio decisions. Designed for compliance, transparency, and performance, Vellum helps the insurance ecosystem
move beyond manual cleanup toward a future of AI-powered efficiency and insight.
Vellum Insurance
Vellum Insurance is a platform purpose-built for the insurance industry, transforming
bordereaux management and data operations for MGAs and capacity providers.
Founded by industry experts, Vellum delivers unmatched data quality and
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With automated ingestion, validation, and enrichment, Vellum empowers insurers to
scale programs, strengthen carrier relationships, and make faster, more confident
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