Underwriting Boot Camp

July 12-15, 2021 • On-site location to be determined
For insurance professionals new to or with limited surplus lines underwriting exposure or experience

About the Program

This course is designed to establish an underwriting foundation in the wholesale, specialty and surplus lines market for insurance professionals new to surplus lines and/or interested in developing an underwriting skill set. The course is case study-centric and focuses primarily on the Property and General Liability lines of business. Attendees expand their insurance terminology and strengthen their underwriting approach. At the end of the program, through classroom facilitation, discussion and thorough case studies, students will be more effective in their jobs.

Learn more about Underwriting Boot Camp in the informational program brochure.

Who Should Attend

Underwriting Boot Camp is ideal for insurance professionals new to or with limited E&S underwriting experience. This course is also beneficial for underwriters with single-line experience who want to expand their knowledge on other lines of insurance. Underwriting Boot Camp is also a great opportunity for brokers to strengthen their underwriting knowledge and become better industry partners.

Registration and Fees

Registration for 2021 Underwriting Boot Camp will open in May 2021. If you are interested in attending the 2021 Underwriting Boot Camp and would like to be notified when registrations open, click here to join a waitlist.
Tuition is $975 per participant.

What Alumni Have To Say

“The WSIA Underwriting Boot Camp has been a tremendous help. One of the takeaways was the amount of knowledge the instructors had. They were able to really define and get down to the nitty-gritty details and provide that information to us. There were a lot of what-if questions, and we worked together along as a group.”
Kyle Bolls, S/L Stamping Office of TX

“The biggest takeaways are the people and the networking. Getting to know them and have those networks across the country is valuable. I strongly recommend WSIA Underwriting Boot Camp. It’s a way to network, learn and broaden your horizons in the insurance industry.”
Kenny Ogden, IFG Companies

Read more feedback from past attendees about their Underwriting Boot Camp experiences.

Schedule of Events

All class times are presented in Central Time (CT) and should be adjusted for your relevant time zone.

Date	Time	Topic
Sunday, July 11	4:30 - 6:00 p.m.	On-site Registration / Informal Gathering
		Onyx at the Grand - Registration Level, Grand Hyatt

Monday, July 12	7:00 - 7:55 a.m.	Breakfast Buffet
		Room 1201 / 2017 Lounge - GSU Buckhead Center

	8:00 - 8:15 a.m.	Class Introductions and Sessions Overview
		Lindsay Holland
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	8:15 - 9:15 a.m.	What is Underwriting?
		Presented by Chris Behymer
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	9:15 - 9:30 a.m.	Break

	9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.	Property and Inland Marine: Part 1
		Presented by Chris Behymer
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	12:00 - 12:05 p.m.	Group Photo

	12 :05 - 1:00 p.m.	Luncheon Buffet
		Room 1201 / 2017 Lounge - GSU Buckhead Center

	1:00 - 5:00 p.m.	Property and Inland Marine: Part 2 and Case Studies
		Presented by Chris Behymer
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	5:30 - 7:30 p.m.	Reception
		Maggiano's Little Italy

Tuesday, July 13	7:00 - 7:55 a.m.	Breakfast Buffet
		Room 1201 / 2017 Lounge - GSU Buckhead Center

	8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.	General Liability: Part 1
		Presented by Chip Pecchio
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	12:00 - 1:00 p.m.	Luncheon Buffet
		Room 1201 / 2017 Lounge - GSU Buckhead Center

	1:00 - 5:00 p.m.	General Liability: Part 2 and Case Studies
		Presented by Chris Pecchio
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

Wednesday, July 14	7:00 - 7:55 a.m.	Breakfast Buffet
		Room 1201 / 2017 Lounge - GSU Buckhead Center

	8:00 - 11:45 a.m.	Professional Liability and Liquor
		Presented by Chip Pecchio
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center

	11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.	Wrap-Up and Course Evaluations
		Room 1203 - GSU Buckhead Center