SIR Events

2008 ANNUAL CONFERENCE, SEMINARS, and EXHIBIT FAIR

October 19-22, 2008
Hilton Savannah Desoto Hotel
Savannah, Georgia

Conference Chair:
Tom Forristell
Vice President
InsurQuote
330.468.6563

Come glimpse the industry's future in a beautiful setting from America's past. Enhance your skills and expand your professional network at our 38th Annual Conference amid the historic charm and hospitality of this beautiful city.

We are lining up the experts to tell you what to expect - and how you can prepare - for the future of product management, product development, distribution, regulation, fraud mitigation, and other facets of the business.

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tracks focusing on both Personal and Commercial Lines

Topics with a profound impact on the future of the industry, such as:

• Analytics - What will the future tools and topics be? We will look at predictive modeling, ratemaking, competitive analysis and more.
• Regulatory Environment - carriers will present their views on the pros and cons of Federal vs. State regulation, and why they support their preferred platform.

• Distribution - Which channels will prosper? Which may slide? Will new channels appear? How should carriers organize around their channels? A leading carrier will present insights based on its history in multiple channels.
• 'Emerging' markets - From a Personal Lines perspective, the transformation of the Massachusetts Auto market provides an excellent case study on how carriers are preparing for, and reacting to, the evolution of states' insurance practices. In Commercial Lines, how are carriers addressing Specialty coverages, and is this a way to differentiate themselves and strengthen their value proposition?
• Marketing - What strategies will influence customers? How is messaging changing? Where does brand fit in? A top insurance aggregator will offer their insights.
• Market segmentation - How will trends such as the growing Hispanic market affect carriers' planning and strategies? How will carriers win the hearts and minds of agents to become more relevant? How are carriers giving some agents more say based on the type of business that they bring in, or the types of business the carrier wants?
• And much more.

Speakers from carriers such as Progressive, Allstate, MetLife, Shelter and others will be on the agenda, as well as subject matter experts from companies such as Insurance.com, ChoicePoint Insurance Analytics, Mintel Comperemedia and more.

This Conference will appeal to practitioners of Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Pricing, Product Development and other disciplines. So Save the Date, Check the SIR Website for Agenda updates, and we look forward to seeing you there!!

HISTORIC SETTING. CUTTING EDGE CONTENT.

Walking, carriage, and trolley tours, plus one-of-a-kind shopping, museums, art galleries, restaurants, and the nightlife of famous River Street are all within walking distance. Unwind in a charming setting each evening after you spend each day gathering the insights and foresight to give you an edge on your job.

As usual, the S.I.R. conference rate will be available before and after the event, so plan now to take a few extra days to explore the many historical and recreational attractions in the Savannah area.

Updates, including Topics, Programs and Speakers will be posted to this site as they are finalized for each event.

Please contact Ed Budd to:

• Suggest a particular topic of interest.
• Participate as a speaker, moderator, committee member, sponsor, or exhibitor.

The Conference Hotel

Hilton Savannah DeSoto
15 East Liberty Street
Savannah, Georgia, 31401
Tel: 912-232-9000
Website

Conference rate $159 available October 16 - 25, 2008*.

*The Society will receive a portion of the group rate to offset meeting costs.