KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 29

Chief Economist Michel Leonard

Dr. Michel Léonard, CBE, leads the Triple-I’s Economics and Analytics Department. He is responsible for providing analysis and insight on industry economics and business performance, as well as other forward-looking, data driven insurance insights.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 29

Angela Nelson, Director

MO Department of Commerce & Insurance

Angela L. Nelson, Director of the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance, brings nearly 25 years of insurance experience as an agent, regulator, and executive. She will moderate a panel of DCI Directors on today’s hottest topics in the risk and insurance community at the Mid Rivers Risk Forum.

CALL FOR SPEAKERS

The Mid Rivers Risk Forum will be held September 28-30, 2025, at the Sheraton
Westport Lakeside Chalet in St. Louis Missouri. The general theme for the Mid Rivers
Risk Forum (MRRF) is to support the complexity of being a Risk Manager in today’s
changing world. To accommodate such a discussion, MRRF has broken the forum into
three (3) core topics which will address the overall world Risk Managers are
navigating. These core topics will represent three breakout tracks that will offer 6 breakout sessions per track. If you are interested in submitting a presentation for consideration, please fill out the form below.

CORE TOPICS

Growing Out of the Traditional Risk Transfer Market.

This training track is designed for risk managers seeking to innovate and adapt in a rapidly evolving market. Participants will explore emerging trends, digital transformation, and strategies that challenge traditional insurance models.

Risks Retention: The Consideration and Rewards

This training track offers a comprehensive overview of risk retention as an alternative to traditional insurance, highlighting its strategic benefits and potential risks. Ideal for risk managers, finance professionals, and business leaders.

Strategies for Captive Owners

This training track provides in-depth insights and strategies for managing captive insurance, focusing on optimizing operations, improving financial performance, and aligning captives with organizational goals.