Take a look at the 2024 speaker line-up. If you wish to be part of the speaker line-up, please reach out to Cristina Melenchon at cristinamelenchon@clearpathanalysis.com.
ALEJANDRA GRINDALL
Chief Economist, Ned Davis Research
My session title:
- PRESENTATION: Global macro outlook: how insurers should future-proof portfolios amid shifting growth dynamics, uncertain yields, and long-term inflation risks : 9:30 AM - 10:10 AM
ALLAH RAKHA SHEIKH
Chief Information Officer, Madison Mutual
Allah Rakha Sheikh is a highly accomplished IT leader and results-driven executive, having a wealth of experience spanning over 20+ years. His expertise extends across multiple fronts. From driving innovation in customer engagement, orchestrating product transformations, empowering employees, and optimizing IT operations. With a passion for instilling a culture grounded in ownership, teamwork, and accountability, he places significant emphasis on strategically repositioning IT from a cost center to a revenue generator aligned with broader business objectives. In his role as Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Madison Mutual Insurance Company (MMIC), Sheikh is celebrated for his collaborative and empowering leadership approach. He is strongly devoted to cultivating a culture that values continuous improvement, fosters creativity, and instills a deep sense of responsibility within the IT department. Additionally, his unwavering commitment to talent development and mentorship has led to the creation of a motivated and high-performing team, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of technology within MMIC.
My session title:
- PANEL DISCUSSION: Improving investment efficiency: transforming compliance, operations, and reporting through digital innovation : 1:50 PM - 2:30 PM
CAITLIN FREEH
Managing Director, Head of Client Experience Delivery, BlackRock
My session title:
- PANEL DISCUSSION: Improving investment efficiency: transforming compliance, operations, and reporting through digital innovation : 1:50 PM - 2:30 PM
JON AMBOS
Founder/President, Bentley Road Group
My session title:
- PANEL DISCUSSION: Improving investment efficiency: transforming compliance, operations, and reporting through digital innovation : 1:50 PM - 2:30 PM (Moderator)
MARC GROZ
Risk Consultant, Right Risk
My session title:
- PRIVATE MARKETS AND REAL ASSETS FORUM - FIRESIDE CHAT: Multi asset strategies: how do investors blend real assets with traditional fixed income assets for maximum performance : 2:20 PM - 2:00 PM (Moderator)
- ASSET ALLOCATION & INVESTMENT STRATEGY FORUM - PANEL DISCUSSION: Focus on fixed income: how to manage spreads, risk and duration through market cycles : 3:20 PM - 4:05 PM (Moderator)
MARK YU
Head of Enterprise Capital Strategy, New England Asset Management
Mark is Head of Enterprise Capital Strategy at NEAM, Inc. and is responsible for delivering insurance asset allocation, capital management and advanced risk analytics to our global clients. He joined the Firm in 2012 having been a Senior Risk Manager within the Governance and Strategy team at AIG Enterprise Risk Management. Prior to working at AIG ERM, he was a Senior Vice President and Treasury Director within the Group Capital Management division of Swiss Re. Mark holds a Bachelor of Arts from National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan, an M.S. from the University of Iowa, is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, a CFA Charterholder, a Financial Risk Manager, and is a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries. He has been employed in the insurance or investment industry since 1999.
My session title:
- ASSET ALLOCATION & INVESTMENT STRATEGY FORUM - FIRESIDE CHAT/PANEL DISCUSSION: How can liquidity risk modelling, monitoring, and stress testing strengthen strategic asset allocation? : 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
MEHDI KHALILI
Investment Strategist and Chair of Global Infrastructure Task Force, Legal and General
My session title:
- ASSET ALLOCATION & INVESTMENT STRATEGY FORUM - PANEL DISCUSSION: Focus on fixed income: how to manage spreads, risk and duration through market cycles : 3:20 PM - 4:05 PM
NOEL HILLMANN
Chief Executive Officer, Clear Path Analysis
My session title:
- Chairman’s opening address : 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SHAWN BENGSTEN
Chief Risk Officer, Woodmen Life
My session title:
- PANEL DISCUSSION: Navigating global opportunities and risks in strategic asset allocation to create a road map to resilient portfolio growth : 10:10 AM - 10:55 AM
THOMAS ARTHUR
Vice President – Investments, Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
My session title:
- ASSET ALLOCATION & INVESTMENT STRATEGY FORUM - PANEL DISCUSSION: Focus on fixed income: how to manage spreads, risk and duration through market cycles : 3:20 PM - 4:05 PM