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Willis Towers Watson at
RIMS 2018
RIMS Innovation Hub
Willis Towers Watson is proud to sponsor the RIMS Innovation Hub, a new educational experience
featuring exciting 20-minute presentations on developments in emerging risks, claims and cyber risks. The
Innovation Hub is accessible with a RIMS full conference badge or a Willis Towers Watson exhibitor
badge.
Location: Conference rooms 304AB, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
Monday, April 16
The Fourth Industrial Revolution: Transforming the way we work, live and relate to each other
When: 1:30 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Speaker: John Merkovsky, Head of Risk & Analytics, Corporate Risk & Broking, Willis Towers
Watson
Description: The fusion of rapid advances in artificial intelligence, data, science and technology are
beginning to transform the way we work, live and relate to each other. Coined, “The
Fourth Industrial Revolution”, the speed, scale and scope of change that is underway
today calls for action from business leaders around the world. Join this session for a
thought provoking discussion on the forces driving this transformation and the potential
impact on our industry, including early thoughts on how it revolutionizes the way we
manage old risks and the new risks we might encounter.
For more information on this session, contact John Merkovsky at
john.merkovsky@willistowerswatson.com.Monday, April 16 (continued)
Catalyzing public and private sector risk management partnerships
When: 3:35 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.
Speaker: Samantha Medlock, North America Head of Capital, Science & Policy, Willis Towers
Watson
Description: 2017 was the costliest year on record for US disasters, revealing underlying gaps
between owners of risk – primarily communities and public treasuries – and the sources
of risk transfer and capital to mitigate risks and “Build Back Better”. Advancements in
analytics, standards, and legal duties of care are activating corporate and municipal risk
managers, as well as infrastructure owners, to invest in resilience. Meanwhile,
uncertainties in the timely availability of public funds prompt renewed calls for private
sector engagement, particularly for insurance, insurance-linked securities, and innovative
finance approaches. This presentation will examine Parametric Insurance and
Resilience Bonds as models of public and private sector partnership to reduce disaster
risks and costs.
For more information on this session, contact Samantha Medlock at
samantha.medlock@willistowerswatson.com.
Tuesday, April 17
Wearable technology: transforming how organizations think about workers compensation
When: 10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.
Speaker: Thomas Ryan, Senior Principal - National Practice, Integrated Casualty Consulting, Willis
Towers Watson
Description: Data and cyber security. Safety prevention and training. Claims management. Disability
and return to work. These are areas organizations should explore when thinking about
the potential benefits and challenges of wearables in the workplace. This session will
provide an overview of the current state of the wearable devices marketplace with a
particular focus on wearables as part of corporate wellness programs and how they may
impact an employers’ Workers Compensation program, targeted industry groups and
criteria for evaluating wearable technology vendors.
For more information on this session, contact Thomas Ryan at
thomas.ryan@willistowerswatson.com.Tuesday, April 17 (continued)
Are you prepared for a cyber extortion event?
When: 10:45 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.
Speaker: Tom Srail, Executive Vice President, Cyber Risk Advisory, Willis Towers Watson
Description: Ransomware attacks and other forms of “cyber extortion” have increased exponentially
over the past two years and there is no indication of a slowdown whatsoever. This
session will explore the various threats organizations face in this regard, some tales from
the frontlines in terms of incident response, and whether organizations are prepared
meet extortion demands if necessary in the form of cryptocurrency.
For more information on this session, contact Tom Srail at tom.srail@willistowerswatson.com.
CAT got your tongue? Taking the surprise out of your property claims
When: 11:35 a.m. – 11:55 a.m.
Speaker: Henry Daar, Executive Vice President, National Property Claims Team Leader, Willis Towers
Watson
Description: Area-wide impact. Civil authority orders. Wind versus flood. These are just a few issues you
thought were put to bed after Katrina ― surprise, you find yourself grappling with your carriers
to get these claims paid. With recent catastrophe loss estimates in the region of US$136
billion, 2017 is proving to be one of the worst loss years on record revealing significant
coverage issues. In this session, learn more about these challenges and how to address them
in the future.
For more information on this session, contact Henry Daar at
henry.daar@willistowerswatson.com.
Solving for D&O’s Gordian Knot: Unlocking claims-made coverage for perils with uncertain timing
When: 3:35 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.
Speaker: Rob Yellen, Executive Vice President - D&O and Fiduciary Liability Product Leader,
FINEX, Willis North America
Description: What do concerns over shareholder activists and the #metoo movement have in common?
2018 will mark a banner year for shareholder activism and event-driven claims, like those
associated with #metoo. Traditional claims-made D&O wordings may yield uncertain
protection or for events, like these, with uncertain timing. This session will help today’s and
tomorrow’s D&O purchasers identify opportunities in their D&O program to better mitigate new
challenges from old claims-made problems.
For more information on this session, contact Rob Yellen at
robert.yellen@willistowerswatson.com.Wednesday, April 18
Beyond Technology: Empowering corporate culture to boost cyber resiliency...
When: 10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.
Speaker: Tom Finan, Client Engagement & Strategy Leader, North American (Cyber Risk
Solutions), Willis Towers Watson
Description: Building effective resiliency is about much more than technology and passwords. Critical
to this process is engaging employees and creating a risk aware culture. It is a change
and risk management exercise. In this session, you will learn how organizations can
raise awareness of cyber security and embed it in their culture. As this includes what
organizations and employees need to do before and after a breach, this session will
connect these two elements of cyber resiliency.
For more information on this session, contact Tom Finan at
thomas.finan@willistowerswatson.com.About Willis Towers Watson
Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ: WLTW) is a leading global advisory, broking and
solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth.
With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more
than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits,
cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions
and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections
between talent, assets and ideas — the dynamic formula that drives business
performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more at willistowerswatson.
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