AM Best at the Protectors Conference: Navigating Life Insurance Challenges
AM Best is set to participate in the 2026 Protectors Conference, with associate director Kate Steffanelli speaking on current life insurance challenges and rating agency criteria.
The 2026 Protectors Conference, taking place from November 9-11 at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada, will host AM Best in a panel session focused on life and annuity insurance sectors. Kate Steffanelli of AM Best will lead a discussion titled "Ask the Rating Analyst: An Interactive Discussion on Today's Most Pressing Life Insurance Issues," on November 11. With over 15 years of experience analyzing the ratings of public and private life insurance companies, Steffanelli will explore key trends and the rigorous criteria rating agencies apply to ensure financial robustness in insurers. This session promises to be a critical learning opportunity for insurance professionals eager to gain insight into the complexities of life insurance evaluation.
Organized by the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) and Connectiv, the Protectors Conference is a pivotal event for enhancing industry collaboration. It will bring together industry leaders in insurance, annuities, and financial advising. The conference seeks to foster engagement and learning through keynote addresses and interactive sessions. AM Best’s participation underscores its role as a leading credit rating agency in the insurance industry, with a global presence and an extensive network across major international markets. This event offers a platform for professionals to engage with experts and peer into the future of life and annuity insurance.
"Ask the Rating Analyst: An Interactive Discussion on Today's Most Pressing Life Insurance Issues," will focus on current trends and challenges facing the life and annuity insurance sector, as well as the criteria used by rating agencies to evaluate insurers' financial strength.
The significance of the Protectors Conference lies in its ability to unite diverse voices from across the insurance spectrum, promoting innovation and strategic thinking. Participants can expect to engage with industry developments while building valuable connections to navigate future market challenges.