BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Washington RIMS - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Washington RIMS
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://warims.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Washington RIMS
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Los_Angeles
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20230312T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20231105T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20240310T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20241103T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20250309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20251102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20270314T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20271107T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20241106T195007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T195007Z
UID:1624-1733418000-1733428800@warims.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with RIMS WA Chapter’s Holiday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Season with RIMS WA Chapter’s Holiday Bash!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of cheer\, connection\, and celebration with appetizers and drinks at the iconic House of Smith Jet City Winery.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the season with friends and colleagues as we gather to honor industry connections\, the unique character of our venue\, and the vibrant spirit of the Georgetown neighborhood. Set in the historic Dr. Pepper bottling plant\, now transformed into the Jet City Winery\, the venue offers stunning views from Mt. Rainier to the runways of Boeing Field. \nTravel safely and in style – we encourage all attendees to use a rideshare service for the evening.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheers to our generous Bar Sponsor\, AXA XL! Enjoy a variety of House of Smith wines and local brews as you mingle with new and familiar faces. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re proud to support Treehouse\, our charity of choice. Your donations – whether made online or in person – will help provide essential support to our local community. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a festive evening and raise a glass with the RIMS WA Chapter! We can’t wait to celebrate with you.\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: $40.00\nNon-Members: $65.00\nChapter Sponsors: $40.00 (Please contact sponsorship@warims.org to receive your discount code.)\nRising Risk Professionals\, Students\, and Public Entities: $30.00\n\nAre you unsure if you are a RIMS WA Chapter member or want to become one? Please email membership@warims.org.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our 2024 Chapter Sponsors and to AXA XL for making this celebration possible!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/celebrate-the-season-with-rims-wa-chapters-holiday-bash/
LOCATION:House of Smith Wines Jet City\, 1136 S Albro Pl\, Seattle\, WA\, 98108
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/RIMS-WA-2024.12.05-Holiday-Event.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250109T205754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T205754Z
UID:1656-1737631800-1737635400@warims.org
SUMMARY:What in the world - 2025?! Buckle up!  Insurance Market Preview 2025.
DESCRIPTION:Join RIMS Washington and Risk Managers\, Paul Kwiatkowski and a panel of Underwriting Leaders from FM and Liberty Mutual as we discuss the realities of today’s challenging landscape\, provide an update on current insurance market trends\, emerging risks and identify key considerations for the path forward. This panel discussion will discuss key considerations around evaluating risk and setting realistic expectations for the current market conditions and potential impact on budget. \nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: no charge\nNon-Members: $15.00\n\nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nPaul Kwiatkowski has been VP Risk Management for Radiant Global Logistics in Renton. Paul currently oversees risk placements on a global basis which include company locations in USA\, Canada\, Mexico\, Philippines\, Japan\, and China. Paul also handles complicated claims and contract review. Prior to his role at Radiant\, Paul spent 19 years as a producer and owner at Roanoke Trade Services years and was based in Chicago\, St. Louis and Seattle. Roanoke specializes in Transportation and Trade related insurance and was acquired by Munich Re Syndicate in 2008. Paul currently is licensed in WA State for Property\, Casualty\, Life\, and Health and WA Surplus Lines. \nErin Halchak is the Head of Cyber Underwriting for the US at Liberty Mutual. She brings over 15 years of Cyber experience both as a broker and underwriter. She joined Liberty as part of the Ironshore acquisition in 2017.   Erin is based in Denver and loves skiing and spending time with her family in her free time. \nPranav Sharma is the Client Service Manager of FM’s Seattle Branch. He leads underwriting and client service teams in delivering property insurance programs that protect the value of his clients’ businesses across the Pacific Northwest\, Mountain West\, and Alaska markets. Prior to his current role\, Pranav held positions across several domains of progressive responsibility at FM\, including client service and underwriting management\, account management\, underwriting\, and field engineering. Pranav holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Iowa. He is licensed as a Property and Casualty Producer. \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/what-in-the-world-2025-buckle-up-insurance-market-preview-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/RIMS-WA-2025.01.23-Market-Preview.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250206T172109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T172110Z
UID:1706-1739446200-1739449800@warims.org
SUMMARY:Crisis Response in High-Risk Environments: Managing Kidnapping\, Extortion & Targeted Threats
DESCRIPTION:Who do you call when crisis strikes? In high-risk environments\, organizations face complex political\, security\, and integrity challenges where swift decision-making can mean the difference between escalation and resolution. Rapid response and expert guidance are critical to success. In this session\, our speaker will take you inside three real-world cases\, each representing a major insurable peril—kidnapping\, extortion\, and targeted violence. Through these true stories\, you’ll gain insight into the strategies and risk management approaches used by Control Risks to help organizations navigate and resolve these high-stakes threats. \nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: no charge\nNon-Members: $15.00\n\nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org \nMatt Boynton\, Managing Partner – Control Risk \nMatt is Control Risks’ Managing Partner leading Confidential Crisis Response (Response)\, the global business unit responsible for advice and assistance to companies\, organizations and families facing kidnap\, extortion\, targeted violent threats\, workplace violence\, illegal detention\, product contamination\, maritime piracy and other acute threat to life crises.  He is responsible for the strategic growth and direction of the business\, and for oversight of all Response related incidents on which Control Risks is advising. Matt has lectured extensively on kidnap\, illegal detention\, maritime piracy\, extortion and non-traditional negotiation techniques\, as well as creating contingency plans and education/briefing sessions for board level and senior executive management teams likely to be involved in such incidents. \nPrior to his appointment to Response\, Matt undertook the following executive assignments: \n\nControl Risks’ Representative Director and President for the company’s Tokyo based global Japanese business\nMember of Control Risks’ Asia-Pacific Regional Executive Committee with oversight of business integration and coordination throughout the region\nSenior Vice President and National Director for Crisis and Security Consulting in North America\n\nDuring his career\, Matt has advised executive teams for multi-national corporations in a broad range of market sectors including pharmaceutical and biotechnology\, financial and insurance services\, food and beverage\, consumer electronics\, manufacturing\, and entertainment on a diverse range of complex risk issues including Business Resilience\, Transactional Support (M&A\, JV\, pre-investment due diligence\, post-investment asset divestiture)\, Regulatory Compliance (anti-fraud and corruption)\, and strategic and organizational development programs. He has actively worked with non-profit and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, and high net-worth private families. \nBefore joining Control Risks\, Matt worked for the United States Government. His government service in East Asia\, Central Eurasia\, and Latin America included human intelligence collection\, terrorist interrogation\, counter-narcotics\, and counter-terrorism paramilitary operations. He has covered a broad spectrum of transnational issues including international economic movements\, foreign political parties\, weapons proliferation\, narco-trafficking\, organized crime\, and Al-Qa’ida and other international terrorist activity. \nMatt earned a B.A. in Political Science with International Relations Emphasis from Arizona State University and holds Associates of Arts in Foreign Language degrees in Vietnamese\, French\, and German from Monterey Peninsula College\, Monterey\, California in addition to a Diploma in Haitian-Creole awarded by the Defense Language Institute\, Monterey\, California. Fluent in Japanese\, he has provided expert commentary in both print and broadcast media\, having been featured on CNBC\, NHK television\, and Japan’s Nikkei Shinbun among other outlets. \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/crisis-response-in-high-risk-environments/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/RIMS-WA-2025.02.13-Crisis-Response.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250128T232850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T232850Z
UID:1696-1741246200-1741284000@warims.org
SUMMARY:Education Forum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://warims.org/event/education-forum/
LOCATION:Meydenbauer Center\, Bellevue\, WA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WA-Ed-Forum-Banner-2025WA-Ed-Forum-Banner-2025-1200x450-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T124500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250401T161918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T161918Z
UID:1710-1745494200-1745498700@warims.org
SUMMARY:Managing Risk in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful session on Political Risk. This presentation will explore the key aspects of political risk\, its impact on global business operations\, and the evolving landscape of political instability. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the different types of political risks\, learn how to assess\, and mitigate them\, and discover effective insurance solutions and risk management strategies to safeguard their organizations from potential losses. \nThis course is approved by the Washington Office of Insurance Commissioner for 1 hour of CE credit. (CE Course Number: 631035)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, April 24\, 2025 \n\nProgram 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PST\nAttendee questions 12:30 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. PST\n\nLocation: Virtual Seminar via Zoom \nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: no charge\nNon-Members: $15.00\n\nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristian Moore\, Vice President Risk Consulting \nConcentric \nChristian served as an officer in the Royal Marines and UK Special Forces for 20 years before entering the security risk management industry as a consultant. Another 20 years later\, he leads the risk consulting team for Concentric\, the largest privately owned security firm in the US. His two decades of consulting experience have seen him work with clients ranging from Exxon Mobil to the Gates Foundation\, in places as divergent as Singapore\, Somalia and Seattle. He “has never been busier” fielding requests for advice from private\, corporate and nonprofit clients recalibrating their risk management in unusually turbulent times.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim Hills\, Major Account Segment Leader \nChubb Insurance Company \nJim Hills is a seasoned insurance professional and the Major Account Segment Leader at Chubb\, where he specializes in delivering risk management solutions for large\, complex clients. With extensive experience in the insurance industry\, Jim excels in developing strategic partnerships and tailored coverage solutions to help businesses navigate evolving risks. His expertise spans multiple industries\, ensuring that Chubb’s clients receive top-tier service and innovative risk management strategies. Based in San Francisco\, Jim is a trusted leader dedicated to providing comprehensive insurance solutions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/managing-risk-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/RIMS-WA-2025.04.24-Managing-Risk-in-Turbulent-Times.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250703T175950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T180123Z
UID:1755-1752678000-1752688800@warims.org
SUMMARY:RIMS WA Summer Social at The Georgetown Stables
DESCRIPTION:Join us Wednesday\, July 16\, for an unforgettable afternoon at The Georgetown Stables—one of Seattle’s most unique and eclectic venues\, known for its vintage charm\, quirky décor\, and relaxed indoor/outdoor vibe. Catch up with industry peers\, new and old\, while enjoying a delicious taco bar with wine\, beer\, and cocktails. This festive summer social is generously sponsored by FM Global—don’t miss the fun! \nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: $20.00\nNon-Members: $35.00\nRIMS WA Chapter Past Presidents: no charge\nRIMS WA Board Members: no charge\n\nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/rims-wa-summer-social-at-the-georgetown-stables/
LOCATION:The Georgetown Stables\, 980 S Nebraska St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98108
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/RIMS-WA-2025.07.16-Summer-Social.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250827T202832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T202832Z
UID:1782-1757606400-1757626200@warims.org
SUMMARY:Game On! RIMS WA & CPCU Night at the Ballpark
DESCRIPTION:Networking • Happy Hour • Mariners Baseball \nSponsored by Lockton \nStep up to the plate for one of the season’s most anticipated social events! RIMS Washington Chapter and the CPCU Society\, proudly sponsored by Lockton\, invite you to an evening of connections\, conversations\, and this country’s favorite pastime. \nPre-Game Networking Mixer – Efeste Winery (SODO) \n4:00–6:00 p.m. \nKick off the night with light bites\, drinks\, and relaxed networking with fellow risk and insurance professionals in the stylish setting of Efeste Winery. \nSeattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels (T-Mobile Park) \nFirst Pitch 6:40 p.m. \nAfter the mixer\, we’ll head to T-Mobile Park to cheer on the Mariners and keep the conversations going in a fun\, casual atmosphere.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SOCIAL EVENT SPONSOR!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n·    Connect with peers from the RIMS WA Chapter and CPCU Society \n·    Enjoy a premium social experience in a laid-back setting \n·    Celebrate our industry while taking in a great ballgame \nEach attendee will receive: \n·    One group ticket to the game (tickets provided electronically in advance of game) \n·    Hosted drinks and appetizers at Efeste Winery (SODO) \nPricing: check your email for the member discount codes \n·    RIMS WA Chapter Members: $35.00 \n·    CPCU Members: $35.00 \n·    Non-Members: $45.00 \nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org \nImportant Event Details: \n·    Your ticket to the Mariners game will be sent to the email address you provided during registration. You can expect to receive it on or before September 9\, 2025. \n·    If you do not receive your ticket by then\, please contact admin@warims.org so we can assist you BEFORE game day. \n·    Ballpark Entry Policy: For complete information about what is permitted inside the ballpark\, as well as detailed entry instructions\, visit Mariners.com/Know.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/game-on-rims-wa-cpcu-night-at-the-ballpark/
LOCATION:T-Mobile Stadium\, 1250 1st Ave S\, Seattle\, WA\, 98134
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sept-11-2025-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T124500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20250925T231023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231023Z
UID:1819-1760614200-1760618700@warims.org
SUMMARY:Rising Litigation Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Combating Litigation Abuse in Insurance – Collaborative Strategies for Insurers and Companies\nLitigation abuse is a growing challenge for insurers and corporate risk managers. Join this webinar to hear experts discuss emerging trends\, real-world impacts\, and collaborative strategies to combat abuse. Learn how innovative approaches\, data sharing\, and proactive risk management can help protect organizations\, reduce claims\, and stay ahead of costly legal risks. \nLocation: Virtual Event\, Seattle\, WA 98101 \nDate and time: Thu\, Oct 16\, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM \nPricing: \nRIMS WA Chapter Members\, no charge \nNon-Members\, $15.00 \nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeegan Williams\, J.D.\, CPCU\, Executive Underwriter – Liberty Mutual Insurance \nMeegan has worked in insurance for 24 years\, having a three-year stint as an insurance law attorney and 21 plus years with Liberty Mutual. Meegan has worked in various underwriting roles within Liberty Mutual. These include a Senior Referral Underwriter\, Middle Market Underwriting with large property authority\, Farm/Agriculture Referral Underwriter\, and currently serves as an Executive Underwriter for Major Accounts Casualty for the West Coast. \nMeegan has sat on several states NCCI counsel\, including in Alaska\, Idaho\, and Oregon. \nEducation includes Bachelor of Science from Linfield College ‘98 and Juris Doctorate from Willamette College of Law\, 2001; holds an inactive and in good standing law license with the Oregon State Bar. Meegan obtained her Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation in 2010.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Shin\, VP\, Risk Management – Monarch Landscape Companies \nJohn Shin is Vice President of Risk Management at Monarch Landscape Companies\, where he leads enterprise-wide strategies to protect people\, assets\, and operations. He oversees insurance programs\, claims\, compliance\, and safety initiatives\, working closely with leadership to embed risk management into business decisions. Known for his strategic and practical approach\, John helps Monarch maintain resilience and sustainable growth in a complex risk environment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBill Lynch\, State Public Affairs Officers – Liberty Mutual \nBill Lynch is Vice President & Chief State & Local Affairs Officer at Liberty Mutual Insurance. In this role\, he leads Liberty Mutual’s engagement with state and local governments\, helping shape public policy\, regulatory affairs\, and community relationships. He is registered as an authorizing officer / lobbyist for Liberty Mutual in Massachusetts\, holding this title since 2019. For his education\, Lynch earned his law degree from Suffolk University.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/rising-litigation-abuse/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025.10.16-Combating-Litigation-Abuse-in-Insurance-_-Virtual-Event.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T124500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20251030T224103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T224103Z
UID:1851-1762947000-1762951500@warims.org
SUMMARY:Insurance Through an Attorney’s Eyes
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a legal perspective on key insurance fundamentals\, claims processes\, and ethical considerations for insurers and policyholders. The session covers policy language nuances\, risk management concerns\, and best practices for handling claims and coverage disputes\, with tailored insights for risk managers\, brokers\, and underwriters\, addressing legal challenges\, compliance risks\, and evolving litigation trends. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how legal principles shape insurance decisions and impact claims resolution. \nLocation: Virtual Event via Zoom \nDate and time: Wednesday\, Nov 12\, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM \nPricing: \nRIMS WA Chapter Members\, no charge \nNon-Members\, $15.00 \nAre you unsure if you are a member of the RIMS WA Chapter or want to become one? Please reach out to: membership@warims.org \nVincent E. Morgan\, Shareholder – Winstead PC \nVince Morgan is one of the country’s leading policyholder lawyers and has helped clients recover billions of dollars in insurance proceeds. With almost thirty years of experience\, Vince advises clients on all aspects of their insurance and risk management needs from a legal standpoint\, including placing coverage\, assisting with the claim process\, and handling coverage disputes. \nHis experience covers the entire spectrum of commercial coverages\, such as property\, business interruption\, CGL\, D&O\, E&O\, cyber\, reps and warranties\, builder’s risk\, fiduciary liability\, pollution\, and other commercial lines. And Vince has represented clients in some of the most high-profile cases in the coverage arena\, including claims related to the 9/11 terrorist attacks\, the Deepwater Horizon disaster\, COVID-19\, virtually every major weather disaster in the US over the past 25 years\, wildfires\, the opioid crisis\, the Lac-Mégantic rail disaster\, the Astroworld music festival\, and other newsworthy events. \nHe is perennially ranked by clients and peers in Chambers USA\, The Best Lawyers in America\, Super Lawyers\, The Legal 500\, and others. Vince is Board Certified in Insurance Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a past Chair of the Insurance Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. He is on the board of the American College of Coverage Counsel and the Houston chapter of the Risk & Insurance Management Society. Vince serves as co-chair of the American Bar Association’s annual insurance coverage seminar and is a co-author of CAT Claims – the only legal treatise focused on insurance coverage for natural and man-made disasters\, having authored the chapters on the claim process and business interruption.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/insurance-through-an-attorneys-eyes/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RIMS-WA-2026-Program-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20251028T235540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T001432Z
UID:1838-1765389600-1765398600@warims.org
SUMMARY:RIMS WA Chapter Holiday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of cheer\, connection\, and celebration! \nEnjoy appetizers and drinks at the iconic Speakeasy at Rainier Square in downtown Seattle\, WA. \nCelebrate the season with fellow industry professionals as we toast to another successful year — honoring our shared connections\, the character of our venue\, and the spirited charm of a true speakeasy. \nTravel safely and in style — we encourage all guests to take advantage of ridesharing services for the evening. \nA special thank you to our generous sponsors: \n🍸 Food & Beverage Sponsor – CorVel \n🏙️ Venue Sponsor – Alliant\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRaise a glass with the RIMS WA Chapter and enjoy a festive night of laughter\, camaraderie\, and community. \nWe can’t wait to celebrate with you!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPricing: \n\nRIMS WA Chapter Members: $40.00\nNon-Members: $65.00\nRising Risk Professionals\, Students\, and Public Entities: $40.00\n\nAre you unsure if you are a RIMS WA Chapter member or want to become one? Please email membership@warims.org.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our 2025 Chapter Sponsors for making this celebration possible!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/1838/
LOCATION:Rainier Tower Speakeasy\, 401 Union Street\, 3rd Floor\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025.12.10-Holiday-Social-–-LinkedIn.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T124500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260106T205440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T205440Z
UID:1873-1768995000-1768999500@warims.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Ride.  Annual Insurance Market Update: Riding Ahead with a Roadmap - Strengthening Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the RIMS Washington Annual Insurance Marketplace Outlook\, featuring insights from industry leaders Elizabeth Bates\, Senior Manager of Contractual Risk Management & Insurance at The Boeing Company\, and Theresa Craw\, Senior Director of Insurance\, Finance & Legal Operations at Nordstrom. This dynamic virtual panel\, sponsored by AON\, brings together experts in Directors & Officers\, Property\, and Casualty insurance to share valuable perspectives. Hear firsthand experiences from Nordstrom’s recent renewal and gain a forward-looking view on Boeing’s upcoming renewal. \nStart 2026 strong by blazing your own trail and shaping your organization’s risk management roadmap. As we welcome the Lunar New Year of the Fire Horse—a symbol of strength\, agility\, and relentless perseverance—ask yourself: How will you lean in and lead the way? \nAgenda timing: \n\n11:30 am – 12:30 pm Program\n12:30 pm – 12:45 pm Attendee questions\n\nEvent Pricing:  \n\nMembers $0\nNon- Members $15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/lets-ride-annual-insurance-market-update-riding-ahead-with-a-roadmap-strengthening-risk-management/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026.01.21-Virtual-Program-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260110T044806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T044806Z
UID:1900-1769706000-1769709600@warims.org
SUMMARY:Rising Risk Professionals Winter Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join the WA RIMS Rising Risk Professionals group on January 29\, 2026 for a social event at Lockton. Beverages & snacks will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday January 26\, 2026 \nLocation: Lockton – One Union Square Building\, 600 University St #1900\, Seattle\, WA 98101\, Seattle\, WA 98101 \nDate and time: Thu\, Jan 29\, 2026 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nPricing:\nThis event is free for Rising Risk Professionals (RRP). An RRP is 35 or younger and/or with 7 years or less experience in insurance and risk management. \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/rising-risk-professionals-winter-event-2/
LOCATION:Lockton\, One Union Square Building\, 600 University St.\, #1900\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026.01.29-RRP-–-LinkedIn.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T101500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260213T050917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T050929Z
UID:1928-1772182800-1772187300@warims.org
SUMMARY:One Year Later: Geopolitical Updates and Their Impact on the Economy and Business Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the latest geopolitical developments and their effects on the economy and business environment. Topics include geopolitical risks\, U.S. economic policy\, tariffs and imports\, and the resulting impacts on consumers. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared in a rapidly changing landscape. \nDate: Friday\, February 27\, 2026 \n\nProgram 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. PST\nAttendee Questions 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. PST\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Pricing:  \n\nMembers $0\nNon- Members $15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/one-year-later-geopolitical-updates-and-their-impact-on-the-economy-and-business-environment/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026.02.02-Virtual-Program-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260208T184004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T184004Z
UID:1922-1773849600-1773856800@warims.org
SUMMARY:Bloom. Connect. Grow. with RIMS Washington’s Spring Social!
DESCRIPTION:Risk management blooms this Spring in Seattle! Join the RIMS Washington State Chapter for our Spring Social on Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026\, from 4:00–6:00 PM\, sponsored by Miller Nash LLP. Connect with fellow risk professionals\, spark engaging conversations\, and grow meaningful relationships in a relaxed\, festive setting. Enjoy an evening of great company\, light refreshments\, and a celebratory toast with the RIMS WA community. For your convenience and safety\, we encourage the use of ridesharing services. We look forward to welcoming you – let’s grow together this spring. \nLocation: Miller Nash LLP\, 605 5th Ave S\, Ste 900\, Seattle\, WA 98104 \nDate and time: Wed\, Mar 18\, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/spring-social/
LOCATION:Miller Nash LLP\, Miller Nash LLP\, 605 5th Ave S\, Ste 900\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026.03.18-Program-Banner-LinkedIn.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T124500
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260320T002428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T003324Z
UID:1939-1776166200-1776170700@warims.org
SUMMARY:Litigation Trends & the Cost of Claims
DESCRIPTION:Litigated liability claims\, though few in number\, drive a large share of overall claims costs and are rising due to factors like attorney advertising\, third-party funding\, and broader definitions of liability. Social and economic inflation\, nuclear verdicts\, and cultural shifts further complicate litigation expenses. Effective management requires timely investigations within the first two weeks of an incident\, supported by data analytics\, technology\, and predictive models to mitigate costs and improve outcomes. Please join Mac Koonce\, Chief Claims Officer for their view on this topic. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Pricing:  \n\nMembers $0\nNon- Members $15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/litigation-trends-the-cost-of-claims/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom\, Seattle\, WA\, 98104
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026.04.14-Virtual-Program-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260321T015540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T020250Z
UID:1945-1779183000-1779190200@warims.org
SUMMARY:Risk Manager Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Risk Manager Roundtable\, an interactive morning session designed for open\, candid conversation among peers in a closed-door setting. This is your opportunity to dive into the issues that matter most\, exchange insights\, and share practical strategies in a collaborative environment. We encourage you to submit topic ideas in advance so we can shape a discussion that reflects the group’s most pressing priorities. \nEvent attendance is restricted to current risk managers or those with similar job descriptions\, the RIMS WA Board reserves the right to review attendees. \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/risk-manager-roundtable2026/
LOCATION:Nordstrom\, 1700 7th Ave\, Seattle\, 98101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026.05.19-Virtual-Program-Banner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTSTAMP:20260409T024935
CREATED:20260226T235103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T162837Z
UID:1932-1791072000-1791417599@warims.org
SUMMARY:2026 RIMS Western Regional Conference - Seattle\, WA
DESCRIPTION:The #RIMSWRC is the way to educate\, connect and network with an exclusive group of industry professionals. The mission is to provide actionable content to risk and safety managers from medium and large companies\, insurance professionals from both public and private sectors\, financial professionals\, and auditors. \nRegister Here
URL:https://warims.org/event/2026-rims-western-regional-conference-seattle-wa/
LOCATION:Bell Harbor Conference Center\, 2203 Alaskan Way\, Seattle\, WA\, 98121\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://warims.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/RIMS-WRC26-BannerRIMS-WRC-Banner-2026-1200x628-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Saliba":MAILTO:admin@warims.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR