Tuesday, April 22, 2025
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
HUB International in Downers Grove

The property market is at an important juncture with values shifting and early signs of stabilization and recovery after six years of hard market conditions. However, pressure for accurate valuation remains high, and the severity and frequency of natural disasters and cyberattacks continue to challenge organizational resilience. 

Be prepared to succeed in 2025. Join HUB Property experts for insights on valuation best practices; how to build resilient recovery plans; how to develop future-focused business continuity plans; and what successful organizations do to adapt to the evolving risk landscape.

Learning Objectives

• Understand Valuation Trends and Impacts on Risk Assessment: Grasp the latest property valuation trends, the factors driving them, and how these trends impact risk assessments and insurance.
• Build a Robust Disaster Recovery Plan: Learn essential strategies for disaster recovery to ensure swift, effective responses to both natural and cyber events that could impact your assets and operations.
• Ensure Business Continuity through Proactive Planning: Explore frameworks for business continuity that enable timely adaptation to unforeseen disruptions and evolving risk factors.
• Adapt to Regulatory and Market Shifts with Confidence: Equip yourself with insights to remain compliant and resilient in the face of regulatory changes and market shifts.

Date
Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Time
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Location
HUB International
Executive Towers West / Conference Center
1411 Opus Place, Suite 115
Downers Grove, IL  60515
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Presenters

Blake J. Giannisis, Exec. V.P. North American Property Practice Leader, HUB International


Michael McBride, Property Risk Control Practice Leader, HUB International Risk Services Division


John Albrecht, Practice Leader, Disaster Recovery Services, LLC

Host and MC

Duncan Ashurst, Managing Director, Complex Risks Practice, HUB International Midwest Limited

Registration
This event is complimentary for both members and non-members. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Chicago RIMS extends its gratitude to HUB International for their generous hospitality in hosting this valuable educational event.

Join the Chicago Chapter of RIMS for an exclusive evening at the award-winning Chicago Sports Museum during RISKWORLD 2025.  This unique networking event combines Chicago's rich sports heritage with valuable professional connections in the risk management community.

Located in the iconic Water Tower Place, the 23,000-square-foot Chicago Sports Museum offers an interactive journey through Chicago's sports history. Test your skills against virtual sports legends, explore CSI-style sports forensics, and view priceless memorabilia including the city's largest collection of 2016 World Series artifacts.

Whether you're comparing your vertical leap to Michael Jordan's, examining Sammy Sosa's infamous corked bat, or trying on a replica of William "Refrigerator" Perry's Super Bowl ring (the largest ever made), you'll experience Chicago sports history in a whole new way while connecting with fellow risk management professionals.

Date
Monday, May 5, 2025

Time
4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Location
Chicago Sports Museum Water Tower Place
7th Floor
835 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago
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Transportation Information from McCormick Place
Route Seven shuttle service runs from McCormick Place until 6:00 PM. Exit at the Ritz Carlton stop - Water Tower Place is conveniently located right next door. Please note that return transportation after the event will be on your own.

Attendance
This event is complimentary for RISKWORLD attendees, but RSVP is encouraged. Don't miss this opportunity to network in one of Chicago's most unique venues!

Event Sponsors
We extend our sincere gratitude to our event sponsors who have made this unique networking opportunity possible:

Championship Level  - ServiceMaster

All-Star Level - Paul Davis Property Restoration Experts

MVP Level - TUV SUD Global Risk Consultants

Sponsorships Available
We have two more sponsorships available at this event:

All-Star Level ($5,000)
MVP Level ($2,500)

If you'd like to purchase one of these sponsorships, please contact Maggie at ChicagoRIMS@gmail.com. 

JOIN US DURING RISKWORLD 2025!

Take a break from the conference and immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of live music, valuable networking, and meaningful impact as we come together to support music education and resources for veterans across America.

Held at the iconic Buddy Guy's Legends—one of Chicago's premier blues venues—this special event offers RISKWORLD attendees the perfect opportunity to unwind while making a difference. Connect with industry colleagues in a relaxed setting, enjoy world-class live performances, and contribute to a cause that transforms lives through the power of music.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Exclusive Networking Hour: Connect with fellow risk professionals in a vibrant, casual setting
• Live Music Performance: Experience exceptional talent in a legendary Chicago blues venue
• Community Impact: Support life-changing music programs for veterans and at-risk youth
• Complimentary Admission: Free for all RISKWORLD conference attendees

ABOUT OUR BENEFICIARY:

Life By Music is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to creating positive change through customized music education programs, instrument donations, and music scholarships for at-risk youth, teens, and veterans. They believe in the transformative power of music to help make this world a better place.

Working with at-risk schools, foster homes, after-care programs, and veterans' groups, Life By Music facilitates supportive and enriching environments that instill life skills through music and the arts.

Help us build a future where music is a beacon of hope, and music resources are readily available for at-risk youth, veterans, and those in need. Together we can make a difference—One Note at a Time.

Attendance (RSVP is required on this website)
This event is open to attendees of RiskWorld only and you MUST be wearing your RiskWorld name badge to be admitted.  Also, everyone attending MUST register on this website to be confirmed.  There is no cost to attend.

All proceeds from this event will be donated to Life By Music to support their mission.

AI and Cyber Security Seminar
Thursday, May 15, 2025 (2:00 - 4:30 p.m.)

  Hosted by the Association of Lloyd's Brokers in
Partnership with APIW Chicago

Please click below to learn more and register on the Lloyd's Website

AI and Cyber Security Seminar

  Hosted by the Association of Lloyd's Brokers in
Partnership with APIW Chicago

Please click below to learn more and register on the Lloyd's Website

CLICK HERE

Our panel of experts will talk about generative AI and cyber security in the US and Lloyd's insurance markets.

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI – what is the difference?
• Why is AI in the news so much when it's been around so long?
• What are the risks that Gen AI brings to an organization?
• How can cyber policies and other types of insurance respond to this new technology?
• How will Gen AI impact the future of cyber security?

Join us afterwards in the 181 W. Madison entertainment suite for complimentary drinks and a lavish charcuterie spread – and spend some quality face-to-face time with your industry colleagues.

Panel
Laura Burke, US Head of Cyber, Canopius
Queenie Chong, US and Canada Cyber Placement Leader, Marsh Specialty
Annamarie Giblin, Partner Specializing in Cyber and AI, Norton Rose
Brett Kreiter, Midwest Regional Manager, Beazley
Michael Philips, Cyber Practice Leader, USA, CFC

Date and Time
Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Location
Lloyd's Chicago
181 West Madison Street 18th Floor Conference Center
Chicago, IL 60602

Fee to Attend
FREE for employees of Association member and colleague firms, Insurance Associates members, and APIW members.  $30.00 for all others.

2 hours of CE credit approved by the Illinois Department of Insurance.