Disability Insurance Track
Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Power of AI in Screening Tools
August 14, 2024 — 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Join us for a conversation on the cutting-edge application of artificial intelligence in healthcare screening tools. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the way we detect, diagnose, and treat diseases, leading to more efficient healthcare outcomes. Learn about the incredible potential of AI in transforming the landscape of healthcare and the impact on morbidity on disability underwriting. Full Agenda
Speaker: Sierra Shehemi, BSN - Manager of Underwriting Policy and Support, Guardian
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DI Distribution Opportunities in the Non-Medical Market
August 12, 2024 — 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Join us for an interactive panel discussion around new IDI market opportunities and thoughts to expand distribution. Whether it’s GSI, business owner products, middle market opportunities, or something else completely new and different, hear from industry experts about how the DI industry can become more relevant to a broader audience for years to come. Full Agenda
Speaker: Todd Goens, Regional Sales Manager DI Sales & Distribution, Ameritas
Moderator: Tammie Roberts, AVP - Underwriting, Unum US
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Applying Lessons from International DI Products to the US Market
August 12, 2024 — 2:45-3:45 p.m.
Are international disability products better than those in the U.S. or just different, and why? This session will explore the international marketplace, including unique products, plan designs, pricing schemes, and claims management nuances. Join in the discussion on what we can leverage in the U.S. to potentially enhance our DI products and broaden the U.S. market’s penetration. Full Agenda
Speaker: Jim Filmore, FSA, MAAA Vice President and Actuary, MunichRe
Supplemental Health Track
Making the Connection Between Supplemental Health Benefits and Mental Health
August 12, 2024 — 2:45-3:45 p.m.
Supplemental health benefits are designed for catastrophic situations, but can they play a role in helping employees deal with everyday stressors and the search for well-being? This session will discuss the need for mental health and well-being care outside of a serious diagnosis and extensive treatment and look for ways to care for employees beyond traditional insurance benefits. Full Agenda
Speaker: Kristin Tugman, PhD, CRC, LPC, VP, Health & Productivity Analytics and Consulting Practice, Prudential
Speaker: Joe Refano VP, Strategic Partnerships, Care for Business
Moderator: Stephanie Turgeon, National Product Director, MetLife
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Supplemental Health Leadership Roundtable —Challenges and Opportunities
August 13, 2024 — 8:45-9:45 a.m.
Back by popular demand, please join us as we hear from our distinguished guests regarding their views on challenges and opportunities in the supplemental health space. Full Agenda
Speaker: Bonita Ross, SVP Customer Care and Claims, Allstate Benefits
Speaker: Roland Fawthrop, Head of Health & Worksite Products, MassMutual
Speaker: Christin Kuretich, VP, Supplemental Products, Voya Financial
Speaker: Ahmed Shaher, Head of Group Pricing, Guardian Life
Moderator: Ashlee Borcan, FSA, MAAA, Principal & Consulting Actuary, Milliman
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Racing Ahead: The Future of Supplemental Health Products
August 13, 2024 — 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Join us for an exhilarating session exploring the future of supplemental health products. Like a trifecta in a horse race, we’ll uncover winning combinations of product, technology, and customer experience. Whether you’re a veteran or newcomer, this session offers insights and actionable takeaways to gallop towards a brighter, more innovative future. Full Agenda
Speaker: Ashlee Borcan, FSA, MAAA, Principal & Consulting Actuary, Milliman
Speaker: Alvin Heggie, Head of Worksite Product Innovation and Strategy, MassMutual
Speaker: Shannon Shafer, CVP - Client and Customer Experience COE, New York Life Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance Track
Product innovation and Hot Topics
August 13, 2024 — 8:45-9:45 p.m.
In this session, product development/management specialists from the LTC, combination products and STC industry will share their experience with the end-to-end product development/management cycle. Discussions will cover key steps throughout the product development cycle including (but not limited to) product idea generation, strategy, technology and innovation, risk management, etc. Presenters will share success stories and lesson learned. Full Agenda
Speaker: Abby Haro, Actuary, Northwestern Mutual
Speaker: Sanja Zehnder, FSA, MAAA, VP, Health Product Management, CNO
Speaker: Steve Cain, CLTC, National Sales & Business Development Leader, LTCI Partners, LLC
Moderator: Linda Chow, Managing Director, Insurance & Actuarial Advisory Services, Ernst & Young LLP
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The Care at Home Crisis
August 13, 2024 — 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Demographic challenges, the emerging workforce environment, and the increasing ability of older adults to age at home place tremendous pressures on family and informal and paid caregivers. A panel of experts from the home health care industry, caregiver support programs, and public policy advocacy will describe the macro trends that are increasing these pressures, how they impact caregivers, and what can be done to help them provide quality care to older adults in their homes. Full Agenda
Speaker: Ari Medoff, Chief Executive Officer, Arosa Home Care
Moderator: Stephanie Turgeon, National Product Director, MetLife
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State Sponsored LTC Programs
August 13, 2024 — 10:00-11:00 a.m.
The WA Cares Fund officially started collecting contributions last year, and several other states are exploring options to expand access to LTC for their residents. This session will provide a brief update on WA Cares Fund and then highlight what’s happening in two states that are further along in the feasibility process: California and Minnesota. Additionally, we will share our perspectives on a challenging but vital aspect of state-based LTC programs — how to gain and maintain public support. Full Agenda
Speaker: Steve Schoonveld, FSA, MAAA, Managing Director, Global Insurance Services, FTI Consulting
Speaker: Stephanie Moench, Principal, LTC Practice Co-Leader, Oliver Wyman