Please join us for the 20th Annual Marine Insurance Day seminar. The Marine Insurance Day Seminar is a collaborative effort of the American Institute of Marine Underwriters (AIMU), American Marine Insurance Forum (AMIF), Association of Average Adjusters of the U.S. and Canada, Inland Marine Underwriters Association (IMUA), and Marine and Insurance Claims Association (MICA). Through our collaborative efforts, we deliver high-quality educational programs.
LOCATION:
Baruch College
William & Anita Newman Conference Center
151 East 25th Street, 7th floor
New York, NY 10010
Visit the Baruch College Campus Map and Directions page
Continental breakfast and CE Credit Sign in: 9:00 - 9:45am.
REGISTRATION FEE: $185 members/$370 non-members.
Register here
CE CREDITS:
Approved for 5 CE credits in NY; applying in TX and NJ
5 NAMS and SAMS credits
Thank You to Our Sponsors
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SEMINAR AGENDA
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TOPIC |
PRESENTERS |
| 9:45-10:00 am |
OPENING REMARKS AND WELCOME |
John Miklus, AIMU President |
American Institute of Marine Underwriters
10:00-11:00 am |
Dead in the Water
David Farrell has handled countless unusual admiralty cases, but one stood apart from them all. A double murder. A multi-million-dollar bounty. No eyewitnesses. A body lost at sea. Farrell’s book offers insights from a lawyer investigating the case. Through this compelling true story, attendees will gain unique insights into maritime law, evidence gathering, and the real-world complexities of incidents at sea. |
David J. Farrell, Jr.
Farrell Smith O’Connell Aarsheim Aprans LLP
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| 11:00-11:15 am |
COFFEE BREAK |
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Marine Insurance and Claims Association (MICA)
11:15am - 12:15pm |
Marine Claims in Action: Best Practices from First Notice to Recovery
Session to cover best practices, legal comparisons, importance of early documentation, and flexible processes, including challenges with surveyors and unique incidents.
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Michael Cox
Managing Director
W.E. Cox Claims Group Limited |
American Marine Insurance Forum (AMIF)
12:15am - 1pm |
The Evolution of MGAs: A Deep Dive into the Why, How, and Where We're Headed
Managing General Agents (MGAs) continue to reshape the insurance marketplace by driving innovation, expanding distribution, and addressing emerging risks. This session will examine why the MGA model has gained momentum, how it is evolving, and where the market is headed next. Attendees will gain insights into current trends, key challenges, emerging opportunities, and the future outlook for MGAs in an increasingly dynamic insurance landscape. To conclude with Q&A. |
Mark Engel, CEO, Marine & Energy, Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers
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| 1:00pm - 2:00 pm |
BREAK/LUNCH |
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Inland Marine Underwriters Association (IMUA)
2pm - 3:00 pm |
The SCOTUS Montgomery Decision: Fallout, Transportation Logistics, and Emerging Trends
Discussion to include impacts on the insurance markets, in particular the underwriting process, market conditions, impacts on the insureds operations and the unpredictability of the courts. |
Jared S. Palmer, Esq.
Principal Risk Management & Claims
Transportation & Logistics
EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants
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Association of Average Adjusters of the US and Canada
3:00pm - 4:00pm |
Dali–Francis Scott Key Bridge Incident
Explore how one of the most consequential maritime disasters in recent history is reshaping legal precedent across maritime law, insurance, and risk management. This session will examine the key legal questions emerging from the incident, the cases and claims to watch, and what the evolving legal landscape means for industry stakeholders moving forward.
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Kierstan Carlson
Partner
Blank Rome LLP
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Strait of Hormuz
Explore the impact of recent events in the Strait of Hormuz on marine insurance, global shipping, and emerging risk considerations.
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Rick Geiger, Managing Director, Marsh Specialty, North American Marine Industry |
| 4:00-4:05pm |
Closing Remarks |
John Miklus, AIMU President |
Cancellation Policy: Written notice required by September 23, 2026 for a refund. 4% cancellation fee will apply.
Location Baruch College, New York
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