Emerging Leaders Conference 2026: Shaping Insurance's Future
AM Best will play a pivotal role in the upcoming Emerging Leaders Conference, spotlighting the cultivation of future leaders within the insurance industry. Scheduled for February 1-3, 2026, in Nashville, TN, this conference is a collaborative initiative with the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) and the Insurance Careers Movement. The event aims to recognize outstanding performers and equip them with leadership skills essential for navigating the evolving insurance landscape.
Recognizing Emerging Industry Leaders
During the conference, AM Best will honor three of its professionals as emerging leaders: Matt Tuite, Antonietta Iachetta, and Kim Bjorheim. Tuite, appointed director of insurance-linked securities (ILS) in January 2025, plays a critical role in market analysis and the tracking of investor trends. Iachetta brings valuable experience in financial analysis from her tenure with AM Best's global reinsurance analysts team, while Bjorheim manages video production, including corporate and live event services at AM Best.
Nurturing Talent for Industry Evolution
Stefan Holzberger, AM Best Rating Services Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, highlighted the importance of nurturing talent, stating, “The Emerging Leaders Conference provides an important recognition of these individuals’ dedication and commitment to not just AM Best, but the entire insurance industry.” Holzberger will participate in a panel discussion on leadership and macro trends on February 2, joined by industry leaders such as APCIA President and CEO David A. Sampson, Carol Voorhees from NJM Insurance Group, and Kerri Hamm from Munich Re US.
Conference Coverage and Career Opportunities
The Insurance Careers Movement addresses the talent gap within the sector, involving over 1,000 organizations globally, including insurance carriers and service providers, promoting career opportunities in risk management and insurance. AM Best TV will offer conference coverage, delivering reports and interviews, accessible via their platform at ambest.tv/elc26. For more information, visit the event page or contact Executive Director Marguerite Tortorello at the Insurance Careers Movement. AM Best continues its influence in insurance ratings, with operations spanning multiple global regions. Further details are available on their website, ambest.com.