Join us for the Inaugural Insurance Thought leadership Event

This one-of-a-kind gathering designed to celebrate and empower women and allies in the InsurTech industry. Partnering with the InsurTech Hartford Symposium, we’re offering this exclusive pre-event to maximize your experience in Connecticut and provide you with opportunities to connect, learn, and grow. 

This in-person event is dedicated to inspiration, connection, and celebration—a chance to engage with thought leaders, gain career-boosting insights, and foster meaningful relationships that will propel your career in insurance and technology.

What to Expect:

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded women and allies who share your passion for insurance. Build relationships with industry peers and potential collaborators.
  • Insights from Industry Leaders: Hear from trailblazers like Bobbie, Deb, and other powerful voices in InsurTech. Gain exclusive insights into strategies for success and leadership in this rapidly evolving field.
  • Career-Boosting Advice: Learn from women who have paved the way in the insurance space. Discover actionable tips and strategies that will help you drive impact and growth in your career.

Why Attend?

  • Expand Your Network: Meet influential figures and industry peers who are passionate about shaping the future of insurance.

  • Gain Industry Insights: Learn from top experts about the latest trends, innovations, and strategies driving the industry forward.


  • Inspire Your Career: Walk away with practical knowledge and new connections that will inspire and elevate your career in insurance.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Deb Smallwood, Creator/Teacher of SelfPowerment

Deb Smallwood is a trailblazing executive and visionary leader on a mission to empower women to become SelfPowered—to embrace their authentic human-being, unlock their inner powers, and thrive in the business world.

SPEAKERS

Bobbie Shrivastav

Co-Founder, CEO Solvrays

Laura Dinan Haber

Innovation Brand Director Nassau Financial Group 

Michelle Raue

EVP, Chief Claim & Transformation Officer  Preferred Mutual 

Melissa Hurrington

Chief Financial Officer Premier Claims

Lucy Graham

Director of Marketing CalcFocus

Kerry Macca

Founder Fractional Consultant: Growth Companies, KM Consulting 

Laurel Jordan

Insurance TPA Officer & Solutions Sutherland

Event Highlights

Day 1
  • Engage in dynamic sessions led by industry visionaries, followed by a joint interactive networking reception with other attendees for InsurTech Hartford Symposium.
Day 2
  • Start your day with a mindful yoga session designed to refresh and energize you, and close the event with a networking breakfast that fosters deeper connections.

Venue

  • 30,000+ insurance professionals within a 1-mile radius
  • Over 10+ major insurance companies in the local area
  • Convention Center connected to the Hartford Marriott Downtown Ample parking onsite
  • Bradley International Airport only 14 miles away
  • Hartford Union Station is 1.2 miles away
  • Close to major highways for quick access
  • Scenic function areas with river views so you can take in springtime in New England
  • Centrally in the heart of downtown Hartford close to hotels, restaurants and entertainment

Stay At Marriott Downtown

Located in the heart of Hartford, the Hartford Marriott Downtown offers modern elegance and top-tier amenities, conveniently connected to the Connecticut Convention Center and near the Connecticut River. Use the button below to start the reservation process.

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This Isn’t Just Another Conference

This event is about more than just learning—it’s about renewal, empowerment, and purpose. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, discover new opportunities, or connect with a supportive community of women leading the charge in insurance, this is the place for you. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something truly transformative. Grab your ticket today and join us for this unforgettable experience.

In partnership with InsurTech Hartford Symposium, April 29 & 30

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Let’s Build a Future Together

We’re building a platform for collaboration, learning, and support that will help shape the future of InsurTech for women. Come together with other incredible women and allies, share your insights, and contribute to the growth of this exciting industry.