Breakthrough leaders think differently. When they get stuck, they turn to a proven set of tools that help them reframe their challenges, imagine bold new ideas, and quickly launch solutions into the real world. In this high-energy keynote, innovation expert Matt Phillips shares the principles and tools he’s used with leading organizations during his 20+ years as a C-suite innovation advisor, as well as the methods of top breakthrough leaders across a range of industries. He shows that the true power of breakthrough thinking is that it unlocks breakthrough doing, the ability to quickly turn disruptive ideas into growth and impact.

Join us for a candid look at what’s really happening across the P&C insurance landscape. We’ll explore the key trends shaping the market—from the growth and evolving role of MGAs to broader shifts in regulation, technology, and risk. This session will also highlight how AAIS is responding to these change drivers and positioning our products, services, and partnerships to help Members navigate an industry in transformation.

Gain perspective on the current state of the reinsurance market—what reinsurers are looking for, how carriers can work with their brokers to stay competitive, and the trends reshaping the landscape. We’ll discuss key market dynamics and their impact on insurers, reinsurers, and other industry stakeholders.

Hear directly from state insurance regulators on the latest trends, emerging risks, and key issues shaping the P&C insurance industry. This panel will provide insights into regulatory priorities, market developments, and areas of focus that impact carriers, reinsurers, and policyholders. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the regulatory landscape, current challenges, and opportunities for aligning business practices with evolving compliance expectations.

Climate change is reshaping risk across every line of business in the P&C industry. In this session, a panel of experts will explore the growing frequency and severity of weather-related losses, the resulting impact on pricing and affordability, and the urgency of developing sustainable long-term solutions. Join us for a forward-looking conversation on how insurers, regulators, and communities can work together to align incentives, build resilience, and drive collective action toward a more sustainable future.

Flooding is the most common—and most costly—natural disaster in the United States, yet only a small percentage of property owners carry flood insurance. This persistent protection gap presents both a market need and an opportunity for P&C carriers. In this session, panelists will explore the evolving flood insurance landscape and why carriers should take a fresh look at flood coverage as part of their portfolio strategy.

Discover how AI is transforming product development and helping insurers bring offerings to market faster and more efficiently. This session will showcase AI tools and applications that streamline form development, regulatory filings, and implementation, enhancing AAIS’s capabilities to better serve our Members.

Explore the critical role of data contribution in the P&C insurance industry and learn how openIDS is setting the standard for secure, standardized data sharing. This session will cover what openIDS is, how creating consistent data standards benefits insurers, reinsurers, regulators, and other stakeholders, and practical ways your organization can get involved. Attendees will gain insights into how collaborative data initiatives drive transparency, efficiency, and better decision-making across the industry.

What makes AAIS different—and how can Members and their IT partners get the most value from their Membership? In this session, panelists will provide an inside look at the creation of the Speed-to-Market (S2M) Toolkit—built directly from Member feedback. Learn best practices for incorporating the toolkit into your own business processes, accelerating adoption of AAIS programs, and achieving a smooth transition from legacy systems and forms. This session will highlight practical strategies, real-world success stories, and the unique value of being part of the AAIS community.