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Make connections, discover ideas, and find solutions to our industry’s greatest challenges at Women in Insurance Summit Los Angeles – as the in-person summit designed to empower and inspire insurance leaders returns for its sixth year in California, this year taking place in LA.
From closing the gender pay gap to creating equal opportunities for men and women alike, this event is tackling the issues that matter most, with the creative strategies that work.
Join us and be part of the positive change that’s sweeping our industry.
Why attend?
Get the negotiation strategies you need to advance your career
Make meaningful connections and network with top insurance leaders
Get the latest updates on market trends, emerging opportunities, natural disasters and climate risks
2023 SPEAKERS

Lilian Vanvieldt
Executive Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Alliant

Wendy Booker
Adventurer, Author, and MS Advocate

Alexandra Glickman
Area Vice Chairman & Senior Managing Director, Global Practice Leader – Real Estate and Hospitality Practice
Gallagher

Pilar Summerville
Senior Vice President
RT Specialty

Yiana Stavrakis
President
Monarch E&S Insurance Services

Angela Grant
Chief Legal Officer
Palomar

Kris Gault
Global Account Executive, Insurance
SambaSafety

Jennifer Hammersley
Senior Vice President, Head of Financial Lines Underwriting
Swiss Re

Taeler Hammond
Industrial Organizational Psychologist

Kathy Hoss, MBA, CHC
Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
Eat . Play . Balance .™

Randi Kasongo
Vice President
National African American Insurance Association Los Angeles

Chelsea Laing
Area Senior Vice President, Management Liability Practice
Gallagher

Emily Loupee
Area Senior Vice President, Management Liability Practice
Gallagher

Angela Matthews
Chief Underwriting Officer – Manufacturing & Technical Risks
AmRisc

Marife Molina
Senior Vice President, Orange County & San Diego Branch Manager
Chubb

Aran Paik
Chief Actuary & Advanced Analytics Lead, Business Insurance
Farmers Insurance

Kathy Quintana
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer – HUB California
HUB International

Mark Todd
Director of Strategic Partnerships – DEI Leader
Ori-gen Insurance Group

Natalie Yuen
Vice President, Business Development
Arch Insurance
AGENDA 2023
All times in PT
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Opening remarks from chairperson
Angela Grant
Chief Legal Officer
Palomar -
Welcome address from Event Partner
Alexandra Glickman
Area Vice Chairman & Senior Managing Director, Global Practice Leader – Real Estate and Hospitality Practice
Gallagher -
Opening Keynote: Reaching your peak – Dealing with change and unexpected setbacks
A lifelong adventurer, Wendy Booker had no way of anticipating the twists and turns her life would take when she was diagnosed with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis. Through the tough times, Wendy realized that to overcome adversity and achieve success, she’d need to not only deal with uncertainty but embrace it and use it as an opportunity to grow and flourish. Wendy’s achievements are incredible – the first person with MS to summit Alaska’s Denali (Mt. McKinley) and reach both the North and South poles. Wendy went on to successfully summit six of the world’s “Seven Summits,” attempting Everest twice. Join us as Wendy shares her inspirational story of navigating changing environments and adversity, as well as her experience in leadership, collaboration, and teamwork – and the power of a positive attitude.
Wendy Booker
Adventurer, Author, and MS Advocate
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Fireside chat: Competitive intelligence – Market trends and the future of insurance
Digital disruptions, including AI, deep learning technologies and Blockchain, post-pandemic and environmental factors, are changing the insurance market and the way products and services are delivered. As we move out of the pandemic, what are the latest market trends, opportunities, and technologies shaping insurance today? In this session, hear from key industry leaders as they dive into the current and future insurance market – and learn what you need to know to remain an informed and effective leader. Among the topics and questions to be explored:
- What are the latest market trends and what do they reveal?
- Discover current thinking on ESG priorities, big data, and analytics
- Addressing emerging trends in natural disasters and climate risk
- What’s next? Anticipating market trends and industry changes in 2024 and beyond
Moderator
Taeler Hammond
Industrial Organizational Psychologist
Panelists
Kris Gault
Global Account Executive, Insurance
SambaSafetyJennifer Hammersley
Senior Vice President, Head of Financial Lines Underwriting
Swiss Re -
Networking coffee break
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Authentic success – Build your unique path to a fulfilling career
Success is not one-size-fits-all, and if you don’t define it for yourself someone will do it for you. This interactive dialogue from Gallagher brings together three experts in various stages of their career as they explore the unique challenges faced by women working in insurance, discuss the importance of building strong professional relationships, and share real stories about turning obstacles into opportunities.
Alexandra Glickman
Area Vice Chairman & Senior Managing Director, Global Practice Leader – Real Estate and Hospitality Practice
GallagherChelsea Laing
Area Senior Vice President, Management Liability Practice
GallagherEmily Loupee
Area Senior Vice President, Management Liability Practice
Gallagher -
Breaking the taboos – Supporting women’s health at every career stage
Women face health issues and challenges throughout their lives, and introducing a specific women’s health strategy can provide practical advice on how to enable women to thrive in the workforce. How can we create an open culture in which women feel supported, confident, and safe to talk about health issues? How can you take control of your own health in the workplace? Hear how you can benefit from a culture that prioritizes women’s health, and the strategies you can implement in your own organization. Among the issues to be discussed:
- Conversations to expand line managers’ awareness and understanding
- Discover how small adjustments can have a significant impact
- A breakdown of common taboos around women’s health issues for the benefit of your workplace
Kathy Hoss, MBA, CHC
Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
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Networking lunch
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Panel: Fighting fatigue – How to remain on top of your game
With competing priorities and stressful working environments, many managers and executives are experiencing various levels of burnout. How can we prioritize well-being, and in turn create a culture of empathy and support? This session will discuss strategies to fight fatigue, boost resilience, and focus on self-care and mental well-being to lead by example. Among the topics and questions for discussion:
- What are the best strategies for fighting fatigue, and how can we develop them?
- How can managers and organizations encourage and prioritize a culture that supports well-being?
- Overcoming common challenges such as time management, multiple responsibilities, and burnout
Moderator
Pilar Summerville
Senior Vice President
RT SpecialtyPanelists
Marife Molina
Senior Vice President, Orange County & San Diego Branch Manager
ChubbAran Paik
Chief Actuary & Advanced Analytics Lead, Business Insurance
Farmers InsuranceMark Todd
Director of Strategic Partnerships – DEI Leader
Ori-gen Insurance GroupNatalie Yuen
Vice President, Business Development
Arch Insurance -
Speed networking
Expand your network, make new connections, and meet fellow delegates in a structured networking session.
Angela Grant
Chief Legal Officer
Palomar -
Networking coffee break
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Know your worth – How to negotiate during pay discussions
Gender pay inequity exists at all levels in the insurance profession. This empowering session will provide you with the confidence to negotiate your remuneration while meeting the needs of your organization. Among the topics that will be discussed:
- How to prepare for the conversation to get the outcome you want
- Understanding your compensation expectations, incentives, and career progression
- Alternative compensation models that value performance and outcomes
Lilian Vanvieldt
Executive Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Alliant -
Fireside chat: Accelerating your career – the latest scoop on skills development
The industry is rapidly changing, and leaders need to be at the forefront to deliver business objectives. How can you ensure you are performing at your best through self-driven learning and development? This fireside chat on skills development will discuss strategies to develop capabilities and skillsets for career advancement. Among the issues to be explored:
- What are the top three emerging leadership skills, and how can we develop them?
- How can managers and executives encourage and prioritize learning and development for themselves and their teams?
- Overcoming challenges, such as leading inclusively and authentically in a hybrid environment, juggling multiple responsibilities, and collaboration among multi-generational teams
- Tips on how to take the next step in your career
Moderator
Randi Kasongo
Vice President
National African American Insurance Association Los AngelesPanelists
Angela Matthews
Chief Underwriting Officer – Manufacturing & Technical Risks
AmRiscKathy Quintana
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer – HUB California
HUB InternationalYiana Stavrakis
President
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Closing remarks from chairperson
Angela Grant
Chief Legal Officer
Palomar -
Networking drinks reception
2023 SPONSORS
Event Partner
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Associate Sponsor
2023 VENUE
Sheraton Grand Los Angeles
- 711 South Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States
- +1 213-488-3500
- https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/laxgr-sheraton-grand-los-angeles/overview/
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Parking:
Valet parking is available at a discounted rate of $20 plus tax per car. For more information, please click here.
Driving Directions:
For directions to the building, please click here.
TRAVEL PLANS
Preferred Accommodation
Hotel room rates are subject to all applicable taxes and fees. Rooms are subject to availability in each hotel from October 4 to October 6. We recommend that you book as soon as possible.
SHERATON GRAND LOS ANGELES
711 South Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States
Book your group rate via the reservation link to secure the discounted rate until September 13, 2023.
Room rate: $259 USD per Traditional room/night
Cut-off date: September 13, 2023
Parking: $20 plus tax per car

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