July ITC Insider: Agenda is live, speakers announced, and ITC Ambassador Program launches

Greetings, ITC Insiders,
The road to ITC Vegas 2025 became even more exciting with our recent agenda announcement! 275+ learning opportunities and 500+ speakers, the program is packed with the bold thinking and practical insights you’ve come to expect from the epicenter of insurance innovation.
Thousands of leaders from across the insurance value chain will gather in Las Vegas to reimagine what's possible. Are you ready for the event that moves the entire insurance industry forward?
Rooms onsite at Mandalay Bay and The W Las Vegas are in high demand. Don’t wait to lock in your hotel room!
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Agenda announcement
The program will inspire, challenge your thinking, and prepare you for what's next.
From an enhanced Regulator’s Experience to new summits on Cyber Insurance and Sales & Performance Marketing, plus exclusive access to Gallagher’s global report, CB Insights’ InsurTech 50, and Sonr’s Beyond Boundaries, ITC Vegas delivers what matters. And, we've even left space open on the agenda to program timely content closer to the event.
What sessions we are excited about:
- Spotlight on Industry Entrepreneurs: Marcus Ryu, co-founder of Guidewire, takes the main stage, while Bob Frady reflects on the exit of HazardHub and what comes next
- Capacity Reimagined: How MGAs are turning to captives as a strategic alternative to traditional capacity — what’s working, what’s not, and how this shift is reshaping the value chain
- Coalition x Allianz X: A blueprint for the future of cyber insurance, how a strategic investor and an insurtech are joining forces to scale globally and disrupt the status quo
- The Clean Energy Transition: How GreenieRe is helping shape new risk strategies
- Hagerty’s Secret Sauce: From classic cars to AI leadership with Duck Creek
- European Spotlight: The CEO of Clark on scaling the digital broker model
From visionary founders to tech-savvy execs, our speakers deliver the insights and influence that make ITC Vegas a must-attend. Expect exclusive launches, real-world use cases, and stories that drive innovation across the insurance lifecycle.
Marcus Ryu Founder & Former CEO Guidewire |
Mike Estep President – Group Insurance Prudential Financial |
Luisa Barile Group CEO ManyPets |
Carsten Middendorf Chief Investment Officer Allianz X |
Stephen Sills CEO Bowhead Specialty Underwriters |
Andrew Mais Commissioner Connecticut Insurance Department |
Josh Ofman President GRAIL |
Samantha Roady CEO – US SimplyBusiness |
CHECK OUT THE LATEST SPEAKER LIST
State Farm Startup Pitch Competition
REMINDER: Applications are open!
The State Farm Startup Pitch Competition at ITC Vegas 2025 returns for its fourth year, spotlighting the most innovative early-stage startups in insurance.
Designed to uncover breakthrough solutions across the value chain, from underwriting and claims to AI and customer experience, this high-profile pitch event gives finalists the chance to present live on stage to a panel of judges and thousands of attendees. Winners receive valuable exposure, industry connections, and more.
Book your hotel
We’ve secured discounted rates for ITC Vegas attendees at Mandalay Bay and The W Las Vegas (formerly Delano), with a three-night minimum stay.
For shorter stays, nearby options like Luxor, Park MGM, and New York-New York are recommended.
Groups can reserve sub-blocks through Connections Housing. Rooms will go fast! Book now for the best rates and availability.
Thinking about attending ITC Vegas as a startup? Save the date for our August 6 webinar, Why Startups Shouldn’t Miss ITC Vegas 2025, hosted by ITC Co-Founder Bill Harris and Global Content Director Rocío Sarriegui. In just 45 minutes, we’ll break down what ITC can offer early-stage founders, from real traction and investment opportunities to exclusive startup perks, and how to make the most of it on a startup budget.
Date: August 6
Time: 12:00 pm ET
Duration: 45 minutes
News
ITC partners, alums, and friends who are making headlines and driving insurance forward
- A new study by ITC sponsor Genpact reveals many insurance customers aren’t yet experiencing the promised benefits of AI, highlighting the need for insurers to embed AI more deeply across the value chain. Read more here.
- The cyber insurance market is projected to hit $21.67 billion in 2025, driven by evolving threats and shifting policy terms that require careful broker guidance to ensure adequate coverage. Read more here and join us Thursday, October 16 at the Cyber Insurance Summit to explore what’s next in risk, regulation, and resilience.
- ITC sponsor Clearspeed has raised $60M in Series D funding, bringing its total to $100M, to accelerate its fraud risk detection technology, with backing from notable investors. Read more here.
With the agenda now live and new speakers added each week, it’s a great time to book your hotel and start planning your ITC Vegas experience. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning in 2025, ITC Vegas is set to deliver more connections, content, and opportunities than ever before.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media for more Wonderland-worthy announcements.
The future of insurance is here.
Sincerely,
Nicole Peck, President