annual Spring Conference

March 17-18, 2025
Hershey Lodge  |  325 University Dr. Hershey, PA 17033
CE credits provided

The Annual Spring Conference provides education on the insurance industry’s most pressing issues. This year, PAMIC’s program focuses on hot topics in the industry such as what's in store for 2025 with the new political climate, AI for the mutual insurance industry, cybersecurity, insuring roofs, and emerging issues you should be aware of. The event includes a networking reception on the evening of March 17th.

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Event Agenda

Monday, March 17^th

5 – 6:30 pm Welcome Reception

Tuesday, March 18^th

8 – 9 am: Continental Breakfast OR PAMIC PAC Breakfast

The PAC speaker will be Senator Chris Gebhard, Senate Banking & Insurance Chair.  

Sen. Chris Gebhard was elected to serve the residents of the 48th Senatorial District in a special election on May 18, 2021. The district, which is composed of the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, contains all of Lebanon County and portions of Berks and Lancaster counties.

In the 2025-26 session, he is the Chair of the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee.

9 – 9:15 am: Welcome Remarks

• Tim Foy, PAMIC Education Committee Chair

9:15 – 10:15 am - What’s in Store for 2025 with the New Political Climate

As 2025 ushers in a new political landscape, the mutual insurance industry must adapt to evolving policies, regulations, and economic priorities. This session will explore the key political changes and their potential impact on the mutual insurance industry, and provide insights into legislative trends, regulatory updates, and advocacy strategies to help attendees navigate the shifting environment.

• Matt Overturf, NAMIC, Assistant VP of State Affairs 

10:15 – 11:15 am - The Double-Edged Sword of AI

In this session, the panelists will address the positives of artificial intelligence (AI) and the challenges with AI that are facing the insurance industry. There is no doubt that AI brings a transformative era to insurance companies, which impacts operations like customer service, underwriting, claims handling, fraud detection, IT development, etc. How is the industry currently using AI, and what does the future look like for both the risks and opportunities?

• Michael Berger, HSB
• Tim Baum, Senior Principal, Datos Insights
• Billy Page, PLM
• Moderated by Erin Selfe, PA Lumbermans Mutual Insurance Company

11:15 – 11:30 am: Break

11:30am – 12:30 pm - PA Insurance Department Update

The Insurance Department will update attendees with a panel of experts who will discuss regulatory issues coming to the surface in 2025, as well as cybersecurity issues you should be aware of.

12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch

1:30 – 2:30 pm - Cybersecurity Panel

Cyber attacks can lead to the loss of confidential data, business, and reputation. The scope of personally identifiable information, and sensitive data processed by insurers puts the industry at increased risk of social engineering and ransomware. Our panel of specialists will share views on  cybersecurity and how to think about using risk management to control the cyber attack challenges.

• Steve Yurich, Corporate Security Officer at Penn National
• Chrissy Hoffman, Senior Vice President & Chief Risk Officer, Donegal
• Jay Martin, VP, Information Security, Donegal
• Moderator: Tim Foy, Underwriter, Beazley Group

2:30 – 3:30 pm - Insuring Roofs/Aerial Imagery

Join us for an insightful session on the use of aerial imagery in the insurance industry at this year’s conference! This session will explore how cutting-edge technology and satellite imagery are transforming the way insurers assess risk, manage claims, and expedite underwriting processes. Industry experts will demonstrate real-world applications, highlight the benefits of aerial imagery for more accurate property evaluations, and discuss future trends in this rapidly evolving field.

• John Joseph, Mutual Capital Analytics
• Neil Weiss, Nearmap
• Moderator: Kevin Finn, President/CEO, Mutual Capital Analytics

3:30pm - 4:30 pm - Emerging Issues: Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-Ion batteries are used in everything from cellphones to electric vehicles today. Learn about the new risks associated with Lithium-Ion batteries. It is important to understand the care and safety measures that help to prevent catastrophic battery failures and subsequent fires. Discover the best information sources for Lithium-Ion battery risk mitigation and progress toward formal code development to address Lithium-Ion battery safety. Review unique, Lithium-Ion battery applications, such as micromobility devices, and how local fire incidents affect jurisdictional and first-responder measures.

• John Weber, Principal Electrical Engineer, HSB

Accommodations 

Hershey Lodge

The Room block is SOLD OUT! 

Rooms are now based on availability and at the Best Available Rate. Reservations can be made by calling 855-729-3108.

Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors

Questions?

Contact our Director of Events and Education, Cindy Warren at cwarren@pamic.org.

Cancellation Policy

A refund minus a $50 administrative fee will be given if a written cancellation notice is received on or before Friday, March 14, 2025.

After this date, no refunds will be issued. Contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org for more information.