2024 IRMI Construction Risk Conference (CRC)
Manchester Grand Hyatt1 Market Place, San Diego CA
The IRMI Construction Risk Conference (CRC) is a can’t-miss experience! The conference features top-tier speakers focusing on innovative technology, fresh construction risk and insurance content, and excellent networking opportunities. You’ll take away practical tips and future-looking strategies for proactively controlling risks, mitigating losses, negotiating equitable insurance and contract terms, and managing claims.
Beware of These Problematic CGL Exclusions
October 28, 2024 – 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM (PST)
Contractors rely on commercial general liability (CGL) insurance for broad protection against third-party bodily injury and property damage claims. Unfortunately, overly broad exclusions can result in significantly less coverage than a contractor expected. In this session, learn what to look for in a variety of exclusionary endorsements, why these exclusions should be avoided, and strategies for removing or modifying each exclusion.
Managing Risk Over the Constructions Life Cycle
Oct. 28, 2024 – 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM, session repeat 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST
This session will closely examine the current state of course of construction and completed operations risks and the essential features of an effective risk transfer plan over the construction lifecycle. Learn how to navigate the tricky transition between course of construction and completed operations and ensure alignment in the builders risk and general liability insurance through project completion. Hear real-world strategies for leveraging resources and building an effective plan that will protect the bottom line.
IRMI Bootcamp: Risky Business: Contractual Risk Transfer and Insurance Coverage
October 28, 2024 – 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (PST)
FOR THOSE NEW TO THE CONSTRUCTION OR INSURANCE INDUSTRIES (LESS THAN 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE).Designed for those with 3 years or less of construction risk management experience, this program offers a unique opportunity to learn from experienced construction risk professionals and develop relationships with leaders in the industry, as well as your peers. You will spend 3 days immersed in learning fundamental concepts in construction operations, risk assessment, contractual risk transfer, safety, construction insurance, and claims. In this interactive curriculum, a team of experienced construction risk management professionals will share their knowledge and provide guidance as you apply what you are learning to real-world exercises and case studies
Artificial Intelligence in the Construction Industry
Oct. 29, 2024 – 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM PST
The artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to grow by over 30 percent year over year through 2030. Hear how AI is currently used in the construction insurance industry and the benefits and potential problems associated with this evolving technology. From insurers to construction companies and everywhere in between, our panel will evaluate several facets of the impact of AI on insurance coverage, underwriting, and claims, as well as the use of ChatGPT within an organization and the possible risk/benefits of AI.
Snap Talks: Where is my Coverage? A Contractor's Guide to Giving Notice After a Loss
Oct. 29, 2024 – 3:00 PM PST
When a project under construction sustains a loss, contractors are required to give timely notice to insurance carriers. But it’s not always clear which policy applies to a claim. In this talk, learn which policy applies to different types of loss and when it may be necessary to put multiple carriers on notice.
Navigating Potholes in Project-Specific Insurance
Oct. 30, 2024 – 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM PST
Project-specific insurance is frequently utilized to insure builders, general liability, and joint venture risks. Project-specific coverage presents unique challenges for insureds. This session will address these and other issues that can arise in the negotiation, placement, and application of project-specific insurance and offer strategies for mitigating these challenges.