Register by April 6 for the best rate. For more information, visit http://conference.primacentral.org O n behalf of the PRIMA Board of Directors and the 2015 Conference Planning Committee, please accept this special invitation to join us in Houston, Texas, for PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference. Managing risk in our cities, counties, schools, states and tribal nations presents unique challenges, and PRIMA’s Annual Conference is the only conference dedicated to YOU: public sector risk management professionals. We encourage you to join nearly 1,000 of your public risk management colleagues, leaders and experts for an exceptional learning and networking opportunity spanning three days. Terri Evans Chair, 2015 Conference Planning Committee The PRIMA 2015 Annual Conference will offer more than 55 educational opportunities covering the latest trends and topics affecting public risk management today. This year, the PRIMA Annual Conference will offer three distinct session types: 30-minute cram sessions, 2.5 hour in-depth workshops, and our traditional 1.25 hour classroom sessions. All of these opportunities will be organized into tracks such as risk control and safety, risk financing, schools, enterprise risk management, employee benefits and more. And, of course, we’ll begin each day with our knowledgeable and inspirational keynote speakers. We’ve got an incredible line-up for Houston—you can’t afford to miss it! Since we also learn outside the classroom, the PRIMA 2015 Annual Conference provides a wealth of energizing networking time—scheduled and spontaneous—with colleagues from across the country who can appreciate your successes and challenges. We’ll kick things off with a Welcome Reception on Sunday evening and you’ll have an opportunity to unwind and walk among the dinosaurs at the Houston Museum of Natural Science on Tuesday night. As always, PRIMA’s conference will feature an extensive trade show with exhibitors who recognize the authority and influence of public sector risk managers. They are ready to visit with you and learn what you need to make your jobs easier, more streamlined and more cost-effective. See what they have to offer YOUR entity. Regan Rychetsky, ABCP 2014–2015 PRIMA President There is no better way to start your summer than attending PRIMA 2015 in Houston! We are certain you will find the conference location to be a great venue for learning, networking and reenergizing! SEE YOU IN Houston! B Attendee Information The 2015 PRIMA Annual Conference will bring together thought leaders in the public risk management field who will share their experience and solutions to some of risk management’s toughest problems. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and network with other public risk management professionals from across the country. Managing risk in our cities, counties, schools, states and tribal nations presents unique challenges and PRIMA’s Annual Conference is the only conference dedicated to YOU: public sector risk management professionals. Join nearly 1,000 of your public risk management colleagues, leaders and experts for an exceptional learning and networking opportunity in Houston. PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference offers: Who Attends PRIMA’s Conference? • Public Risk Managers • Human Resources Practitioners • Employee Benefits Administrators • Health and Safety Managers • Pooling Executives • Anyone who Oversees Risk Financing and Claims Management Back in 2015! Continuing Education Credits CE/CEU/CLE credits are available at PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference. Attendees can earn approximately 11 hours of credit for full conference attendance (approval pending). There is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of $99 that covers most license types; you will not need to pay a fee for each license. Applicants will receive instructions prior to the conference. • Three days of learning opportunities with daily general sessions and more than 55 classroom sessions. • Multiple opportunities to meet with vendors who are ready with products and services geared to make the work of public sector risk managers more efficient and cost-effective. For complete details, visit conference.primacentral.org/CEU. • Networking time, scheduled and spontaneous, with colleagues from across the country who recognize the influence of public sector managers and are ready to help them succeed. Networking Opportunities Return home energized and armed with new knowledge and ideas to help your schools, cities, towns and counties. Join fellow professionals, thought leaders and experts for conversation and fun. Don’t miss these opportunities to connect with others who truly “get” you and what you do every day. 1 SPECIAL EVENTS Sunday, June 7 2015 PRIMA Annual Golf Tournament Hosted by Texas Chapter of PRIMA. Join the Texas chapter at the Wildcat Golf Club for this annual golf outing. Get more information and register at texasprima.org. Welcome Reception Sponsored by Munich RE. Get yourself into conference mode at the Hilton Americas Houston on Sunday evening, as we kick off the best educational event and trade show in public risk management. There’s no better way to get into the conference frame of mind than by networking with fellow leaders in your industry, building new relationships and meeting up with old friends! This event is included with conference registration. Monday, June 8 2015 PRIMA Awards Luncheon Each year, PRIMA honors individuals and entities that have excelled in their profession. Join us for lunch on Monday as we celebrate your colleagues. • • • • • Public Risk Manager of the Year Award, sponsored by AON Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Program Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Product Outstanding Achievement for an Intergovernmental Risk Pool Program or Product PRIMA Chapter Recognition Award This event is included with conference registration. Tuesday, June 9 PRIMA Signature Event: Walk Among the Dinosaurs Sponsored by Gallagher Public Sector and Genesis Management and Insurance Services Corporation. Embark on a Prehistoric Safari while you eat, drink and be merry. The Morian Hall of Paleontology at the Houston Museum of Natural Science will host public risk managers on Tuesday, June 9, for our signature event. Walk among prehistoric beasts in action and experience the saga of human evolution from tree-climbing australopithecines to courageous mammoth-hunters. This event is included with conference registration. Wednesday, June 10 2015 PRIMA Fun Run/Walk Sponsored by Euclid Public Sector and Euclid Specialty. Get up, grab a friend or 2, and get your blood pumping before you hit the classroom on Wednesday. Join your fellow risk management professionals for some laughs and networking while run or walk though lovely downtown Houston. General Sessions PRIMA is excited to welcome three keynote speakers who will begin each session day strong and get everyone off on the right note for a successful day. Monday, June 8 Thom Singer | Connecting with People in a Gadget-Crazed World Sponsored by Travelers. All business is personal, but it takes time to establish meaningful connections. If you are not top-of-mind, then your competition gets the call for the next piece of business. The quest for more productivity pushes us to increasingly use digital and social media tools to interact with others. With these ever-evolving changes in communication, are we really better connected? While gadgets and social media seem great, they remove the personal side of relationships. Thom will take us on a journey of exploration about how we can maximize our brand and reputation in this crazy world. He will teach attendees how to improve our engagement with each other, clients, and coworkers and that there is more to a contact than a “like,” a “link,” a “share” and/or a “follow.” Tuesday, June 9 David T. Loyd | Chief, Safety & Test Operations Division, NASA Johnson Space Center Sponsored by Travelers. There is no better way to start your summer than attending PRIMA 2015 in Houston! We are certain you will find the conference location to be a great venue for learning, networking and reenergizing! As the Chief of the Safety and Test Operations Division at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC), David Loyd, understands the challenge of integrating cutting-edge risk management practices and techniques throughout a large organization with an extraordinarily diverse mission. In this riveting opening session, you will learn how past mission and institutional failures helped NASA establish a safety culture and a uniform risk management environment. David will also discuss how the loss prevention industry has influenced NASA’s approach to sustaining its unique, yet aging, infrastructure. Wednesday, June 10 Charles P. Leitch, JD | Waypoints for the New World Sponsored by Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company. Social media and digital technology have changed how the world and public entities communicate. This has increased exposure for our entities and, of course, has gotten many lawyers excited. Charles Leitch, one of the nation’s top social media attorneys, will offer his insights into how smartphones and social media have changed public sector risk. He will also discuss how to avoid getting sued, how to prevent our children from getting involved in online scandals, and/or moving off-grid in frustration. 3 Schedule-at-a-Glance Sunday, June 7 Tuesday, June 9 8:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Conference Registration PRIMA Annual Golf Tournament 1:00–5:00 p.m.Conference Registration 7:30–8:15 a.m.Continental Breakfast 6:30–8:30 p.m. 8:00–9:30 a.m.General Session: Welcome Reception David T. Loyd. Chief, Safety & Test Operations Division, NASA Johnson Space Center Monday, June 8 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Conference Registration 7:30–8:15 a.m.Continental Breakfast 8:00–9:30 a.m.General Session: Thom Singer. Connecting with People in a Gadget-Crazed World 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall Open 9:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall Open 9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Education Sessions 12:30–2:00 p.m.Boxed Lunch and Raffle Drawing in the Exhibit Hall 2:15–4:15 p.m.Education Sessions 7:00–10:00 p.m.Signature Event: Walk Among The Dinosaurs at the Houston Museum of Natural History 10:45 a.m.–NoonEducation Sessions 12:15–1:30 p.m.PRIMA Awards Luncheon 1:30–2:15 p.m.Dessert Reception in the Exhibit Hall 2:15–4:45 p.m.Education Sessions 5:00–6:00 p.m.Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall Wednesday, June 10 6:15 a.m. PRIMA Fun Run/Walk 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Conference Registration 7:30–8:15 a.m.Continental Breakfast 8:00–9:15 a.m.General Session: Charles P. Leitch, JD. Waypoints for the New World 9:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.Education Sessions 12:30–1:45 p.m.PRIMA Membership Luncheon and Annual Meeting 4 Exhibit Hall Special Events Join us Monday morning after the general session for coffee, after lunch for our Dessert Reception and on Monday evening for the Networking Reception. On Tuesday enjoy your lunch and meet with exhibitors in the hall. And, of course, you will not want to miss our raffle prize drawings on Monday and Tuesday…you must be present to win! PRIMA Trade Show 2015 Exhibitors Monday, June 8 | 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 9 | 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to talk one-on-one with suppliers who recognize the power and influence of public sector risk managers. Inside the Trade Show Great exhibitors. In Houston, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with exhibitors who are ready to learn what you need to make your job easier, more streamlined and cost-effective. Check out the current list of exhibitors (including exhibitors registered by March 6): ACE Westchester AED Authority Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. Alternative Service Concepts American Appraisal American Educational Institute, Inc. American Technologies, Inc. Anthem Workers’ Compensation Aon Apex Insurance Services AS & G Claims Administration, Inc. AssetWorks, LLC BELFOR Property Restoration Best Doctors Bickmore CareHere, LLC Carl Warren & Company CBIZ Valuation Group, LLC Chapter Manager CIRSA ClaimPilot Company Nurse, LLC CorVel Corporation Coventry Workers’ Comp Services Equian ExamWorks Clinical Solutions EXIGIS, LLC Express Scripts FacilityDude FC Background FirstNet Learning Fit Responder Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. Gallagher Public Sector Genesis Management and Insurance Services, Corporation HCA Asset Management, LLC HCC Public Risk HearPO, an Amplifon Company Helios Injury Management Organization, Inc. (IMO) IPMA-HR i-Sight ISO Claims Solutions JDi Data Corporation Jordan Reses Prescription Management Services L-3, D.P. Association Lexipol, LLC LocalGovU Lytx, Inc. McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. Medcor Medical Consultants Network MHS, Inc. Midwest Employers Casualty Company Mooring Recovery Services Mountain View Software Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. myMatrixx National Prosperity Life and Health Old Republic OneBeacon Government Risks Origami Risk Pate Rehabilitation Patriot National, Inc. Paul Davis National Payless Shoe Source PCIS PMOA Recordables Safety National SawStop, LLC Segal Select Insurance Services, Inc. Select Actuarial Services Select Physical Therapy Servpro Industries, Inc. States Self-Insurers Risk Retention Group, Inc. Systema Software Best IRS (The), Insurance Recruiting Specialists TargetSolutions The Hartford The Institutes The Sand Creek Group Travelers Insurance Tribridge Trident Insurance Services TRISTAR Insurance Group US Specialty Underwriters Vetted International, Ltd. WellComp Wells Fargo Insurance York Risk Services Group Your House Counsel 5 Educational Opportunities The PRIMA 2015 Annual Conference offers more than 55 educational opportunities covering the latest trends and topics affecting public risk management today. This year, the conference offers three distinct session types: 30-minute cram sessions, 2.5 hour in-depth workshops, and our traditional 1.25 hour classroom sessions. The opportunities will be organized into tracks such as risk control and safety, risk financing, schools, enterprise risk management, employee benefits and more. Session Key Core Competencies PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Cr itical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills • Risk Management Process • Insurance Knowledge and Aptitude • Claims Management • Risk Control • Regulatory Compliance • Crisis Management • Risk Financing •Finance • Business Law • Organizational Management • Information Technology •Marketing • Communication Skills •Ethics • Decision Making • Strategic Planning/Management • Future Trends • Interpersonal Skills •Politics • Risk Control/Safety • Risk Financing/Insurance/ Self-Insurance • Risk Management Administration •Schools • Workers’ Compensation latest Trends 6 classroom Sessions in-depth Workshops Learning Tracks • Benefits/Human Resources •ERM/Management/Leadership •Pools Educational Opportunities Educational Opportunities Employee benefits/human resources • The Amended ADA : Implications for Human Resources • Bridging the Gap: Working and Managing Different Generations and Genetics • Employee Wellness Clinics: Are They Worth It? • Further Impacts of the Affordable Care Act for Employees • Harassment: Beyond Racial and Sexual in Nature • Is There A Doctor in the House? Refining Employee Health • Social Media and the Workplace • Strategies to Mitigate Jail Risks The Amended ADA : Implications for Human Resources PRMS Regulatory Compliance Presenters: Ben Eggart, Esq., Wiley Rein Michael Otworth, MBA, CPCU, ARM, Genesis Management & Insurance Services Corporation Although the ADA was enacted several decades ago, Congress amended the ADA in 2008 in response to several U.S. Supreme Court decisions that narrowed the ADA, and the implementing regulations promulgated by the EEOC went into effect only a few years ago. These changes present challenges to public employers that must predict their responsibilities under a recalibrated ADA. Public human resource managers must determine how to meet their shifting obligations in a climate of fiscal uncertainty and legal ambiguity. This session will examine recent statutory, regulatory and case law developments that bear on public entities’ human resource obligations under the American with Disabilities Act. Bridging the Gap: Working and Managing Different Generations and Genetics CTIS Interpersonal Skills Presenter: Candy Whirley, SBG Services, LLC Boomers, Matures, Generation X, Y and Millennials: learning the differences in their work habits and goals will help you to recruit and manage top candidates. The session will also explore the generational differences in communication, work ethic and conflict management and give strategies on navigating these differences and building effective department teams. Employee Wellness Clinics: Are They Worth It? CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Terri Evans, City of Kingsport, TN Scott Kramer, MBA, ARM, Montgomery (AL) County Commission Would your self-funded health insurance program benefit from an onsite medical clinic? Many public employers are looking for ways to positively impact both the health of their employees and their bottom-line expenditure of health insurance. What are the pros and cons of providing medical services to your employees? What are the various ways these are structured? Do they really save money or just increase utilization? How can data and providers be used to implement or improve wellness programs? What about medications? The presenters will explore these issues and their lessons learned regarding onsite medical services. Further Impacts of the Affordable Care Act for Employees CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Travis Micucci, Munich Re Stop Loss Michael Shevlin, Munich Health North America PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills This session will update attendees on the Affordable Care Act, what to expect over the next few years and how it will impact public entities. The presenters will discuss new regulations and guidelines as well implications for unions and public entities. Attendees will review examples of successful public employer self insurance “pools,” alternative vehicles for managing risk in health care, employee benefits and the latest trends in stop-loss insurance and catastrophic claims management. Harassment: Beyond Racial and Sexual in Nature PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Dennis Molenaar, OneBeacon Government Risks Harassment claims are most often based on race or sex, but what about other types of harassment claims? Are you prepared to recognize them? Are your employees trained to recognize and enforce policies? Learn the behaviors that can be defined as harassment and how to prevent harassment based on religion, nationality, sexual orientation, equal pay, retaliation, age and disability. Attendees will also learn effective employee training techniques, how to enforce policies, how to measure the effectiveness of those policies, how to retain employees and how to keep their entity focused on best practices and long-term goals. 7 Educational Opportunities Is There A Doctor in the House? Refining Employee Health CTIS Strategic Planning/Management Presenters: Lori Gray, Prince William (VA) County Tim Keen, Prince William (VA) County Ellen Kessler, INOVA Occupational Health Occupational health needs to be an essential component of any risk management program. With medical costs continuing to increase, public entities need to focus on reducing the frequency and severity of health and workers’ compensation claims. In this session, employees from Prince William County (VA) will share their experience and lessons learned from developing a health program based on their entity’s needs. Social Media and the Workplace PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Sonya Guggemos, Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust Social media has changed the way people share information and employers have become increasingly aware of the impact that this form of communication has on the workplace. This session examines three areas of social media use, and mitigation strategies that may expose government entities to risk including employee personal use of social media, social media and personnel decisions and social media employment references. Strategies to Mitigate Jail Risks PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Ric Bishop, All About Jails, LLC Brian Viscusi, Munich Re America Operating and managing a jail in your local city, town or county, is fraught with risk. Managing the risk associated with jail operation may seem like a guessing game of what type of tort or claim will hit your desk next. In this session, attendees will learn how to identify, plan and prepare strategies to avoid or successfully answer the next inmate’s or family’s constitutional claim. Attendees will also discuss current claims, emerging trends and strategies to mitigate jail risk and litigation. 8 ERM/Management/Leadership • ERM: How Implementing the ISO 31000 Standard Can Bring Value to Your Community • Getting Started with ERM: Steps to Success • Hello ISO? Can You Help Me? • Mastering the Art of Communication • Risk Identification Workshops That Work • Safety Committee Effectiveness • The Seven Rules of Admiral Hyman Rickover • Weather Proofing Your Cyber House • What Your Attorney Really Wants From Risk Management ERM: How Implementing the ISO 31000 Standard Can Bring Value to Your Community CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Wendell Bosen, CPCU, ARM-P, Moreton & Co. Dorothy Gjerdrum, ARM-P, Gallagher Public Sector Scott Wightman, ARM, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services Inc. Implementing an enterprise risk management (ERM) program throughout your entity can seem like a daunting project. Integrating risk management into every department’s daily activities sounds nearly impossible. But it can be done and without that much heartburn! This session will go over the basics of implementing ERM according to the ISO 31000 standard and how to advance your entity’s value through the effective practice of enterprise risk management. Getting Started with Enterprise Risk Management: Steps to Success PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Carrie Frandsen, MBA, ARM-E, University of California, Office of the President Lisanne Sison, Bickmore An entity that manages risks strategically realizes opportunities, understands emerging and inter-related risks and takes action to mitigate its most pressing risks. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) has emerged as a good business practice, and is valued by credit rating agencies, underwriters, and the SEC. This session will cover steps to get your organization’s ERM program planned and launched toward an integrated and sustainable ERM process. PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Educational Opportunities Hello ISO? Can You Help Me? CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Dorothy Gjerdrum, ARM-P, Gallagher Public Sector Shannon Gunderman, CPCU, ARM, AIS, CWCP, Yuma County (AZ) This session will give attendees an overview of the International Standards Organization’s suite of risk management standards. These standards and technical reports outline the leading risk management practices world-wide. Attendees will learn how to navigate the standards and how they can advance their risk management program. Mastering the Art of Communication PA/GBS Communications Skills Presenter: Randy Anderson, E3 Professional Trainers, LLC Improving your communication skills is one of the best ways to increase your influence; it is a cornerstone of success for individuals and organizations. Yet, it is one of the most underdeveloped skills. This session will explore strategies that can reduce frustrations that result from poor communication and attendees will learn to how to clearly and concisely present ideas and perspectives. Risk Identification Workshops That Work CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Dorothy Gjerdrum, ARM-P, CIRM, Gallagher Public Sector Shannon Gunderman, CPCU, ARM, AIS, CWCP, Yuma County (AZ) Risk identification workshops can help you develop and implement ERM. In this session, two of PRIMA’s ISO 31000 faculty members will discuss how to develop an effective agenda, engage stakeholders, manage the process and assign risk ownership. Attendees will also review examples of successful workshops and their results. Safety Committee Effectiveness PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Oscar Goedecke, CSP, Travelers Has your safety committee plateaued? Do you even have an established safety committee? The primary purpose of a safety committee is to protect the entity’s employees, the general public, and the environment. Whether you have an existing committee or are in the process of setting up a new one, this session has a lesson for you. The presenter will teach attendees how to set up a safety committee, how to jump start a safety committee and explore lessons learned to ensure committees are effective. The Seven Rules of Admiral Hyman Rickover PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Gordon Graham, Lexipol, LLC Come to this session and learn about the High Reliability Organization (HRO) and each individual’s role in achieving this goal in their entity. There will also be discussion on the “Rules of Admiral Rickover” and how these rules apply to risk management operations. Weather Proofing Your Cyber House PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Pam Schroeder, ARM, Montgomery County (MD) Kathy Peeling, CPCU, ARM-P, Montgomery County (MD) PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Purchasing cyber liability insurance is only the beginning of mitigating cyber liability. The real key is preparation, but this dynamic process is not easy. In this session attendees will learn how to identify risk exposures, how to reinforce and strengthen current defenses, and how to implement a plan to mitigate cyber liability. What Your Attorney REALLY Wants From Risk Management PA/GBS Business Law Presenter: J. Michael Billingsley, JD, City of Kingsport, TN How can risk managers assist their legal counsel with preparation for mediation and lawsuits? How quickly should counsel be advised of issues? What if you hire outside counsel? This session will discuss how attendees can be proactive in the initial and ongoing stages of potential litigation, putting themselves in the best position from a lawyer’s perspective. Attendees will also learn how to develop the best possible relationship with their attorney. 9 Educational Opportunities Pools • • • • • • The Employment Practices Liability Maze Fundamentals of EPL Risk Management for the New Risk Manager Pool Information Exchange Shrinking Your Pool’s Liability Defense Costs Solvency Measures—What Are They? Strategies for Pools to Earn Member Loyalty The Employment Practices Liability Maze PRMS Risk Management Process Presenter: Ashley Bonner, WSO-CST, Innovatrix Risk Management & Safety Consulting, Inc. Every organization is a potential breeding ground for employment-related claims. This session will explore the maze of legal and regulatory requirements and show best practices that can help manage the risk of employment liability claims. Attendees will learn about landmark laws, legal cases, and important organizations that affect what must be done and why. Attendees will leave the session able to develop tools, a plan, and a strategy to protect their organizations. Fundamentals of EPL Risk Management for the New Risk Manager PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Oscar Goedecke, CSP, Travelers David Karamessinis, Esq., Travelers Employment practices lawsuits can be extremely expensive and damaging to a public entity. Preventing these claims from occurring in the workplace means understanding what is expected as an employer and providing employees with resources that enable them to work in a professional environment. This session will identify some of the common mistakes public entities make in effectively managing their employment practice liability exposures. Attendees will also learn loss trends, causation of common types of employment practice claims and ways to minimize exposures to employment practice claims. Pool Information Exchange PRMS Future Trends Presenter: Ann Gergen, Association of Government Risk Pools (AGRiP) Join AGRiP and pools from around the country to explore the issues and trends 10 currently on pools’ radar screens, including emerging risk areas, operational concerns, public sector policies and more. Through a combination of facts, expert opinion and facilitated discussion, this session will invite attendees to share and gain perspectives valuable to their own pooling work. Shrinking Your Pool’s Liability Defense Costs PRMS Claims Management Presenters: Dennis Mitchell, CPCU, SCLA, ARM, Bickmore Beth Lyons, Independent Cities Risk Management Authority Ruth Graf-Urasaki, JD, Independent Cities Risk Management Authority Dennis Hernandez, City of Hawthorne, CA Legal defense costs represent more than 80% of a pool’s total allocated expenses and play a huge role in determining liability reinsurance costs. In this session, attendees will learn how a large southern California pool recognized the issue they had, the actions they took and the results they have achieved thus far. The presenters will benchmark legal costs and identify factors that could potentially impede project progress. Solvency Measures: What Are They? PRMS Risk Financing Presenter: Mujtaba Datoo, ACAS, MAAA, FCA, Aon Global Risk Consulting Solvency measures are used by private sector companies and regulators. This session will discuss what these measures are, how they are evolving and how they can be applied to public sector to measure the financial solidity of an entity or pool. Strategies for Pools to Earn Member Loyalty PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Robyn Sykes, Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust Kevin Balfanz, Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust For long-term success, public risk pools must overcome the attitude that their products and services are a commodity. To do this, pools must provide more value to their members beyond just paying claims. This session will explore MCIT’s member retention policy, how it can be attributed to strategic communication and risk management products and services marketed to all levels of member organizations and how to apply these concepts to their pools. PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Educational Opportunities Risk Control/Safety • 10 Steps to Preparedness • Active Shooter: Prepare, Response and Recovery • Autonomous Vehicles: The Largest Impact to Transportation and Infrastructure • Best Practices for Managing Risks Associated with Outdoor Events • Drones Are Coming: Are You Ready for Unmanned Aircraft? • Fleet Risk Management is More Than Vehicle Inspections • Help! They Have Fallen and Can’t Get Up • Preventing & Managing CAT Claims • Priority One: Keeping Children and Families Safe 10 Steps to Preparedness PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Josh Smith, ACCP, Agility Recovery Is your entity prepared to deal with a fire, flood, server malfunction or health pandemic? If your employees only had 15 minutes to evacuate, where would they go and how would you continue to serve your community? The presenter will walk attendees through the top 10 ways to prepare your entity for unpredictable interruptions. Active Shooter: Prepare, Response and Recovery PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Regan Rychetsky, ABCP, Texas Health and Human Services Commission According to the FBI, the United States roughly averages one active shooter incident every three weeks and a majority of these incidents are over before law enforcement arrives on the scene. Would you or your employees know what to do if confronted with an active shooter situation? In this session, attendees will learn the importance of preparedness, the need to train employees how to respond, and the guidance necessary for incident recovery. Additionally, the presenter will go over several case studies and discuss lessons learned. Autonomous Vehicles: The Largest Impact to Transportation and Infrastructure PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Jeff Myers, CPCU, ARe, Munich Re America John Willemsen, Munich Re America The autonomous vehicle is more than just a new way to get around town. It could potentially completely change the way we live and manage our daily lives. The presenters will discuss the impacts this technological change could have on our social, political, and economic future and take away keys to preparing your entity for their associated risks. Best Practices for Managing Risks Associated with Outdoor Events PRMS Risk Control Presenter: William Dolamore, CPA, MBA, University Athletic Association, Inc., University of Florida PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Outdoor events can have unique risk management challenges, ranging from security to extreme weather conditions. Seventy-five percent of all University of Florida athletic events are held outdoors so the University is always working on ways to improve operation and fan safety. The athletic association has taken several new initiatives to better deal with risks like heat-related illnesses, security protocols, severe weather and evacuation/temporary shelter. Attendees will learn about these new initiatives as well as develop best practices for managing outdoor events. Drones Are Coming: Are You Ready for Unmanned Aircraft? PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Ben Eggart, Esq., Wiley Rein Rick Spiers, CPCU, ARM, ARe, Genesis Management and Insurance Services Corporation Drones have many uses from firefighting and 911 responses to public safety but advances in technology require new techniques to develop controls to manage novel risks. This session will help attendees understand the mechanics and practicality of drone use and how to apply state and federal regulatory frameworks to them. The presenters will also explore the application process, operational considerations, federal and state governance issues, and the risks and exposures associated with the use of drones by public entities. 11 Educational Opportunities Fleet Risk Management: More Than Vehicle Inspections Priority One: Keeping Children and Families Safe PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Kenny Smith, OneBeacon Government Risks PRMS Claims Management Presenters: Roy Burger, FirstNet Learning Garreth Hedges, Redwoods Group Since nearly every public entity owns automobiles, whether they are police or emergency response vehicles, light trucks, buses or passenger vehicles, automobile accidents are consistently one of the top-reported entity claims. Managing those automobiles, drivers and claims isn’t simple but it can be managed! The presenter will review national auto claim trends and will discuss suggestions and insights for reducing auto liabilities. Additionally, attendees will learn about the implications that culture has on fleet management. Whether you are involved in schools, parks and recreation, after-school programs, special event planning, summer camps, or children or family services, keeping children and their families safe is, without a doubt, the first priority. Since these claims are often the most costly, it also makes economic sense to focus on safety and prevention. The presenters will share insights and best practices learned from their experience with over 40,000 incident reports from YMCA’s, Community Centers and Camps. Help! They Have Fallen and Can’t Get Up PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Oscar Goedecke, CSP, Travelers David Karamessinis, Esq., Travelers Slips, trips and falls are one of the leading causes of 3rd party liability claims against public entities. They are often the result of unsafe behaviors and/ or unsafe conditions. Determining responsibility and/or liability for a slip, trip and fall claim is not an exact science. This session will provide attendees with the foundational knowledge and skills to develop a robust all inclusive management system to address slips, trips and falls experienced by both citizens and employees. Preventing and Managing CAT Claims PRMS Claims Management Presenters: Dr. Fernando Branco, MD, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company Dan Hurley, ARM-P, CSP, MS, City of Chesapeake, VA Gail Young, CIC, SCLA, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company This session discusses how and why catastrophic injuries occur by examining employee characteristics and contributions made by employers that may contribute to CAT accidents/injuries. The presenters will also explore how to best manage CAT injuries and how to effectively return employees to good health. 12 Risk Financing/Insurance/Self-Insurance • • • • Measuring Return on Investment in Risk Control Options in Health Insurance Self-Funding Putting Lipstick on Your Risk Management Program Recovering Uninsured Losses through the FEMA Public Assistance Program: A Case Study • Understanding Actuarial Concepts Using LEGOS® Measuring Return on Investment in Risk Control PRMS Risk Management Process Presenter: Ariel Jenkins, CSP, ARM-E, ARM, Safety National The role of risk managers and risk control professionals in the public sector continues to expand and influence the financial health of public entities. And there is tremendous opportunity for public risk professionals to broaden their sphere of influence. Attendees will learn how to identify the concepts of measuring return on investment, examine tools, formulas and data in order to forecast returns and how to evaluate calculated returns. PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Educational Opportunities Options in Health Insurance Self-Funding PRMS Risk Control Presenter: Belva Hale, City of Bristol, TN All small entities have heard about the benefits of self-funding health insurance and retiree benefits, but how feasible are these programs? And how do you know where to begin? This session will discuss how to set up a self-funded program, the potential pitfalls and how to get leadership buy-in. Attendees will also learn how to track savings and cost-avoidance numbers as well as the benefits of setting up a separate medical and pharmacy plan as well as pre-Medicare and post-Medicare retiree programs. Risk Management Administration • • • • • 30 Things That Should Be in Every Contract Are Your Employment Practices About To Go Up In Smoke? Building Value in Risk Management from the Top Down and the Bottom Up Contractual Risk Transfer in Half the Time Houston, We Have a Problem: Cyber Exposures Threaten the Safety of Public Entities and Their Constituents. • Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid as a New Risk Manager 30 Things That Should Be in Every Contract Putting Lipstick on Your Risk Management Program PRMS Insurance Knowledge and Aptitude Presenter: David Randall, Safety National Preparing your program for submission to carriers requires you to emphasize your strengths and address your weaknesses. This cram session will give you tips on how to present your program in the best possible way. Recovering Uninsured Losses through the FEMA Public Assistance Program: A Case Study PA/GBS Finance Presenters: Matthew Jadacki, Ernst & Young LLP Bradley Nichols, CPA, MBA, CFE, Ernst & Young LLP PRMS Risk Management Process Presenter: Amy Larson, Esq., City of Bloomington, MN Join this fun and fast-paced session to learn 30 essential contract elements in 30 minutes. Attendees will leave not only knowing the elements, but understanding why they are important. Plus get examples of different types of contracts, including service, performance and construction contracts. CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills CTIS Future Trends Presenter: Dennis Molenaar, OneBeacon Government Risks Two states have fully legalized the sale and recreational use of marijuana and 23 states have legalized the sale and use of medical marijuana. What’s the difference? What does this mean for your employment practices policies? How should your entity handle drug screening and should their practices change in light of these changes? The presenter will discuss potential issues entities are facing as a result and what to include when updating your employment practices policies. Building Value in Risk Management from the Top Down and the Bottom Up Understanding Actuarial Concepts Using LEGOS® CTIS Interpersonal Skills Presenter: Dean Coughenour, ARM, City of Flagstaff, AZ Actuarial reports are mandatory, but can be puzzling to novices. This innovative session will illustrate basic actuarial concepts using LEGO® pieces. PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills Are Your Employment Practices About To Go ‘Up In Smoke’ Government and not-for-profit entities may be self-insured or not have sufficient insurance coverage to pay for all of its losses after a large event. The claims process for federal grants is much different than the insurance claims process yet often runs parallel to the insurance recovery. This session will explore case studies that focus on sources of federal funding available to these entities including the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD). PRMS Risk Management Process Presenter: Mujtaba Datoo, ACAS, MAAA, FCA, Aon Global Risk Consulting PRMS Public Risk Management Skills This entertaining and educational session will explore how to build value and culture in risk management throughout your entity. Attendees will learn how to build effective relationships with supervisors and staff which will result in effective and self-sustaining results in building a strong risk culture and support for your risk management program. 13 Educational Opportunities Contractual Risk Transfer in Half the Time PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Michael Kaddatz, CPCU, ARM, Bickmore Victor Parker, City of Los Angeles, CA Dealing with insurance and indemnity clauses in contracts, certificates of insurance and related issues can eat up hours of time. Risk managers, legal counsel, agents and underwriters get tangled in webs of technicalities that drag the contracting process out. This session will provide insights on practices that cut processing time and protect their entity. Attendees will also learn techniques to bring balance and proficiency to this core risk management task. Houston, We Have a Problem: Cyber Exposures Threaten the Safety of Public Entities and Their Constituents CTIS Future Trends Presenters: David Chatfield, NetDiligence Robin Leal, Travelers Global attacks and hacking events on the other side of the world can threaten your entity’s network. Attacks are escalating at a rapid pace and no person or entity is immune from a hacker, virus or data breach. This session will help attendees learn how foreign threats impact communities and its assets and their obligations to protect private sensitive data. Attendees will also understand why cyber liability is a key component to a risk management program and how it can improve risk-to-loss ratios. Schools • • • • • • • Disaster Recovery Plans for Schools Education Professionals Roundtable Four Steps to Preventing Child Abuse in Your Organization The Increasing Special Needs Population: Critical Issues Managing the Risks of Scholastic Club Sports School Employee Safety: Successful Injury Prevention Programs Student Bullying Activism Disaster Recovery Plans for Schools PRMS Crisis Management Presenters: James Huckaby, ARM-P, Mesquite (TX) Independent School District Dan Hurley, CSP, ARM-P, MS, City of Chesapeake, VA Joe Polite, Agility Recovery A disaster affecting a school district can be large or small but the disruption of education services can be magnified if a district is not prepared. In this session, attendees will learn the essential elements of a disaster recovery plan for school districts, business continuity needs and how to prepare for partial or complete closures or transfers. Attendees will also learn how to conduct a vulnerability analysis, what the probable and maximum foreseeable losses could be and determine how to minimize risks to people and infrastructure. Education Professionals Roundtable CTIS Interpersonal Skills Presenter: Nancy Germond, SPHR, ARM, AIC, ITP, MA, Insurance Writer, LLC PRMS Risk Management Process Presenters: Dan Hurley, CSP, ARM-P, MS, City of Chesapeake, VA Jeanne Hoin, CWCP, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company The transition into your first risk management job can be challenging. Whether promoted from within or hired from another organization, you want to excel in your new position. In most positions, you can learn from your mistakes and failures but as a new risk manager there are mistakes that can seriously hurt your risk management program, harm your reputation, or even derail your career. Attendees will learn what those 10 mistakes are and how to avoid them. PRIMA has designed this roundtable discussion for those conference attendees that are involved with, or interested in, public sector risk management for educational entities. This roundtable session has an open agenda and those attending will determine the topics for discussion. Attendees are encouraged to bring stories of success, examples of programs in progress or unresolved education-related issues to discuss with your peers. Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid as a New Risk Manager 14 PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Educational Opportunities Four Steps to Preventing Child Abuse in Your Organization PRMS Risk Management Process Presenter: Aaron Lundberg, LMSW, Praesidium Nothing can be more devastating to an entity than an incident or allegation of abuse to a child. Attendees will learn specific skills and strategies they can quickly implement in their organization to help prevent children from abuse, prevent staff from false allegations and mitigate liabilities associated with those allegations. Attendees will to also learn the latest trends in abuse prevention and a four-step process for implementing an effective abuse prevention program. The Increasing Special Needs Population: Critical Issues CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Bruce Chapman, Handle With Care Behavior Management System, Inc. Jeane Hoin, CWCP, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W. R. Berkley Company Dan Hurley, CSP, ARM-P, MS, City of Chesapeake, VA Nearly 14% of total public school enrollment are children with special education needs. This increase is the result of a proliferation of diagnoses for learning disabilities. This session will help attendees understand the expected standard of care required for special needs students and the required risk management considerations for students and staff. School Employee Safety: Successful Injury Prevention Programs PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Flint Walton, ALCM, Missouri Employers Mutual Mark Woodward, M.Ed., EMT-B, Missouri Employers Mutual Schools keep a close eye on the safety of their students. But your school safety efforts should also include injury prevention programs combined with effective workers’ compensation cost management for staff. Teachers, custodial, maintenance and food service workers are all exposed to hazards like slips, trips, student altercations and strain-sprain injuries. Learn easy and successful safety efforts that reduce lost-time injuries and associated costs. The presenters will discuss safety culture development, proper injury management, the importance of safety education and awareness, injury management plans, workers’ compensation laws, insurance carrier services and written safety programs. Student Bullying Activism PRMS Regulatory Compliance Presenter: Julie Lewis, JD, Genesis Management & Insurance Services Corporation PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills This session will analyze the legal standard that has been applied to student-onstudent bullying and harassment cases since the U.S. Supreme Court in Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education. Attendees will evaluate the various standards being used today and learn how to develop proactive strategies and to amend policies to address the standards. Managing the Risks of Scholastic Club Sports PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Charles Gfeller, Esq., Seiger Gfeller Laurie LLP Mike Otworth, CPCU, ARM, Genesis Management & Insurance Services Corporation Though many students participate in formal varsity athletics and academic activities, even more students participate in club sports and other schoolsanctioned non-academic activities. Often, these sports and activities occur with little or no direct supervision by the school. Delve into the potential risks that schools and entities face from club sports and other non-academic activities and learn how to best manage and minimize the liability exposure arising from them. 15 Educational Opportunities Workers’ Compensation • • • • • • • Aging Workforce : What Does It Mean? Controlling Large Workers’ Comp Losses Through Personnel Policies It’s Not a Claim, It’s a Person Medical Marijuana in Workers’ Compensation Predictive Analytics: A Workers’ Compensation Game Changer Tips From The Trenches Your Mobile Workforce is Driving Up Your Exposure Aging Workforce: What Does It Mean? PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Joe Galusha, Aon Risk Solutions Robert Prior, MS, CSP, ARM-P, Aon Risk Solutions The aging workforce is a top concern among public entity risk managers. This session will explore the changing demographics in today’s workforce, its impact on accident rates and workers’ compensation costs. The presenters will also discuss the common effects of aging, chronic disorders and diseases, methods of accommodation and how to integrate workplace safety and employee wellness into your planning for the aging workforce. Controlling Large Workers’ Compensation Losses Through Personnel Policies CTIS Strategic Planning/Management Presenter: David Parker, ARM-P, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company Every small workers’ compensation claim has the potential to unexpectedly transform into a messy ordeal. This disappointing result wastes your entity’s valuable time and can cause insurance premiums and self-insured retention levels to increase. You may also see your modification rates increase and a rise in morale problems. In this session, the presenter will examine policies and practices that can help prevent workers’ compensation claims from becoming messy ordeals. It’s Not a Claim, It’s a Person CTIS Interpersonal Skills Presenters: Kimberly George, Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. Sarah Perry, City of Columbia, MO Mark Walls, Safety National Those of us who deal with claims daily sometimes forget that a claim can be a scary experience for our employees. Improving communication can result in a better outcome for all involved and this session will explore injured worker concerns and how employers can overcome these concerns. This dynamic panel will also explore ways to make these claims a less stressful experience for entity employees. Register by April 6 for the best rate. For more information, visit http://conference.primacentral.org 16 PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Educational Opportunities Medical Marijuana in Workers’ Compensation Tips From The Trenches CTIS Future Trends Presenter: Kevin Glennon, RN, BSN, CDMS, CWCP, QRP, One Call Care Management PRMS Claims Management Presenter: Justin Farhang, Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC There is a great deal of debate and uncertainty around medical marijuana as a means to managing pain, which implies medical marijuana could be a top issue in workers’ compensation claims. This session will address the conflicts between state and federal law, efficacy studies and risks to the workplace in order to assist attendees in developing policies for medical marijuana claims. This presentation will explore the worker’s compensation process from a defense attorney’s perspective. Many clients wonder why they pay for hearings, with no results. The presenter will discuss strategies for moving cases through the system and key steps regarding claims and litigation. Predictive Analytics: A Workers’ Compensation Game Changer CTIS Future Trends Presenters: Dan Asahl, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company Brian Billings, JD, Midwest Employers Casualty Company, a W.R. Berkley Company Nine out of ten high-dollar workers’ compensation claims take a turn for the worse years down the road, well after their path has been established. This session will introduce you to predictive analytics and how they can identify the unmanageable and unpredictable claims, while they are still manageable and predictable. Your Mobile Workforce is Driving Up Your Exposure PRMS Risk Control Presenters: Michael Fann, ARM-P, TML Risk Management Pool Matt McDonough, CSP, Safety National Distracted driving is a major cause of work-related vehicle accidents. These accidents continue to increase as technology advances and smart devices become widely-available. This session will explain the various risks related to having a mobile workforce and explore strategies for accident prevention. PRMS Public Risk Management Skills PA/GBS Public Administration/ General Business Skills CTIS Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills Register Now! 17 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE MOBILE APP The PRIMA 2015 app allows you to plan your time in Houston and connect before, during and after the conference with your fellow attendees, speakers, and vendors. Kiss that bulky program goodbye and use the PRIMA 2015 App to: • Create your own schedule for the conference • Get details for education sessions • Download session handouts • Receive real-time conference alerts • Explore exhibitor listing and plan your time in the PRIMA trade show • Have a one-stop-shop for all of your social media, allowing you to tweet, upload photos and post updates all in one place. No smart phone or tablet? No worries! You can access the same information from any web browser. Check the PRIMA conference website: http://conference.primacentral.org in early May for the link and to download the app. 18 Travel Information All conference activities, unless otherwise noted, will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center, which is attached by skywalk to the Conference Hotel. Conference Hotel Hilton Americas-Houston • 1600 Lamar, Houston, Texas 77010 Conference room rate: $199 (plus tax: 17%) To make reservations online visit: http://conference.primacentral.org/hotel. To make reservation by phone: call 1-800-HILTONS (445-8667). Reservation code: 1PA For questions regarding hotel reservations, contact Mary de la Fe, PRIMA manager of meetings and conferences, at 703.253.1263 or [email protected]. GETTING TO HOUSTON Houston is served by 20 airlines at two airports: • Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is the larger of the two and 20 miles from downtown Houston. A typical cab ride to downtown is approximately $52. PRIMA Housing Policies Reservations at an official conference hotel must be accompanied by a deposit equal to one-night’s room and tax to guarantee the reservation. All cancellations must be made at least 30 days prior to arrival to receive a refund of the deposit. Any and all cancellations made within 30 days of arrival will forfeit the entire deposit. Anyone booking more than eight room nights will be required to sign a room block contract with the hotel, and will be held to the hotel’s attrition and cancellation policies as per their contract. • William P. Hobby (HOU) is 11 miles from downtown. A typical cab ride downtown is approximately $26. GROUND TRANSPORTATION To and from the airport, there are a number of options from taxis to Super Shuttle. The Hilton is connected by skywalk to the convention center and there are a number of restaurants and entertainment within walking distance. For more information on Houston and our location, please visit www.visithouston.com. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION REQUEST If you require special accommodations due to disability, health concerns or physical challenges, contact Mary de la Fe, PRIMA manager of meetings and conferences, at 703.253.1263 or [email protected]. 19 Registration Information Conference registration includes: admittance to all educational and general sessions, and the PRIMA exhibit hall, plus conference materials. Conference registration fees also cover receptions on Sunday and Monday evening, continental breakfast and lunch on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and Tuesday night’s signature event. FEES On or Before April 6 After April 6 Onsite Registration Definitions Member, Government $570 $670 $710 Member, Corporate $640 $740 $780 Nonmember, Government $770 $870 $910 Government: State agencies, local governments and intergovernmental risk-sharing administrators Nonmember, Corporate $990 $1025 $1065 Corporate: Private sector organizations Guests Guests of attendees of PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference will not be issued name badges. Tickets for special events—lunches, reception and the tradeshow—will be available for purchase in advance via the online registration form and onsite in Houston. Space is limited, so we recommend advance purchase. Cancellation and Refund Policy All cancellations and requests for refunds must be received in writing and are subject to a $75 administrative fee. Cancellations received after Friday, May 8, 2015, are nonrefundable. However substitutions will be accepted. Please allow 30 days following the conference for all refund processing. Notices • If PRIMA must cancel this conference for any reason, liability is limited to the registration fees paid only. PRIMA is not responsible for other expenses incurred, including travel and accommodation fees. • Payments to PRIMA are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. HOW TO REGISTER Register online for the PRIMA 2015 Annual Conference on the PRIMA Annual Conference Web site at http://conference.primacentral.org. If you are unable to register online or need further registration information, contact Mary de la Fe, PRIMA manager of meetings and conferences, at 703.253.1263 or [email protected]. SEE YOU IN Houston! 20 Not a member of PRIMA Yet? Become a member at the same time that you register for the conference! Members of PRIMA save an average of $200 on their registration fee for PRIMA’s Annual Conference. You can become a member at the same time you register for PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference. Simply check the appropriate box on the online registration form and the cost of your membership will be added and billed at the time of your registration. The discounted registration fee will be reflected in your final charge. Visit PRIMA’s Web site at www.primacentral.org for additional information on membership. Register by April 6 for the best rate. For more information, visit http://conference. primacentral.org Register now! 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE SPONSORS Thank you to our generous sponsors for their continued support of public sector risk managers. (Confirmed as of March 1, 2015.) Platinum GOLD SILVER PATRON Bickmore • Ironshore Insurance • Sedgwick • States Self-Insurers Risk Retention Group, Inc. 21 Public Risk Management Association 700 S. Washington St., Suite 218 Alexandria, VA 22314 PRIMA 2015 Annual Conference: Energizing Risk Management Managing risk in our cities, counties, schools, states and tribal nations presents unique challenges and PRIMA’s Annual Conference is the only conference dedicated to YOU: public sector risk management professionals. Join nearly 1,000 of your public risk management colleagues, leaders and experts for an exceptional learning and networking opportunity in Houston. PRIMA’s 2015 Annual Conference Offers: • Three days of learning opportunities with daily general sessions and over 55 classroom sessions. • Multiple opportunities to meet with vendors who are ready with products and services geared to make the work of public sector risk managers more efficient and cost-effective. • Networking time, scheduled and spontaneous, with colleagues from across the country who recognize the influence of public sector managers and are ready to help them succeed. Return from Houston energized and armed with new knowledge inspiration and ideas to help your entities and communities.
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