Will Ross is CEO and co-founder of Federato, the leading provider of AI-driven “Risk Ops” software in P&C insurance. An acknowledged leader in the fields of operations research and climate/atmospheric modeling, Will was an early employee in IBM’s Watson Group, educated > 1000 executives in Udacity’s ‘AI for Business Leaders’ program, and served as a graduate fellow in Stanford University’s Data Science Institute + TomKat Center for Sustainability.

John Lemmer is the Director of Claims Process Management for Uber, where he leads the team responsible for establishing the claims processes and strategy. This includes designing claims processes for internal Uber processes and partnering with carrier partners to drive optimal outcomes, with the ultimate goal of driving down the cost of insurance for Uber. He has over 15 years of insurance claims experience on the carrier side, including personal and commercial insurance automobile property damage and bodily injury. Additionally, he has in-depth experience within the Specialty Insurance space. He is a skilled senior leader, passionate about driving teams toward top-tier results by taking a data and insights-focused mindset, and excels at driving substantial impact at scale.

Jeff Barnes serves as the Vice President of Business Development for Moen’s Smart Water division, where he focuses on forging innovative insurance and affinity partnerships to virtually eliminate claims costs associated with non-weather water events for policyholders. In just his first year with Moen, over a dozen insurance companies have signed on to offer Flo to their policyholders and are already realizing huge savings in claims expenses. Before joining Moen at the end of 2023, Jeff led business development and partnerships at ADT Security for over eight years. During his tenure, he established key relationships with major national insurance brands, emphasizing the importance of delivering exceptional customer experiences while generating substantial claims savings for partners. With over seven years at Florida Power & Light and over 20 years in the service contract industry – Jeff has consistently demonstrated his ability to create new business channels and develop solutions that drive growth, reduce costs, and enhance consumer satisfaction. Residing in South Florida with his wife, Wendy, and their two poodles, Jeff enjoys spending time with his three adult children and his one remarkable granddaughter. Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn at www.LinkedIn.com/in/jjeffbarnes and learn more about Moen’s innovative solution for non-weather claims at www.Moen.com/Flo or by emailing Partnerships@Moen.com.

Corin Chapman is the Director of Data and Data Engineering, Innovation, and Actuarial Studies for Life/Health/Investment Planning Services at State Farm, where she has dedicated 15 years of service to supporting the company’s mission of helping more people in more ways. She earned a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana and is currently a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries. With a passion for innovation, Corin is dedicated to finding creative solutions that support State Farm policyholders in their journey towards improved “Self, Health, and Wealth.” This focus on holistic well-being drives her work in leveraging data to inform strategic initiatives and foster a positive customer experience for policyholders. Outside of her professional pursuits, Corin is actively involved in philanthropy, serving on the board of the Global Foundation for Peroxisomal Disorders. In this role, she advocates for increased resources and funding to support individuals affected by rare diseases. With a unique blend of analytical expertise and a heartfelt dedication to societal well-being, Corin strives to drive meaningful change both within State Farm and beyond.

Kate is an accomplished thought leader in both strategy and market analysis. With 20+ years of experience, she has a proven track record of leading cross-divisional teams and executing strategic change. She has led projects providing extensive value in the insurance and financial services industries, both as a consultant and a senior leader on the corporate side. Kate partners with companies to help them meet their goals by solving problems, generating demand-driven growth, and coordinating between different organizational areas to drive change. Kate founded her own firm, Wade Strategy in 2017, specializing in growth strategy and innovation. She also held senior management roles at Allstate, Arthur J. Gallagher, and Accenture’s strategy division. Kate was a strategy consultant at The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and The Cambridge Group (TCG). Kate received an MBA with honors from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in Strategy, Marketing Management, and Operations, and a bachelor’s from the University of Chicago in “Law, Letters, and Society” and American History.

Craig Stack is the Founder and President of Truepic, the leading photo and video verification platform that develops the world’s most secure camera technology. Since 2015, Craig has been responsible for developing Truepic’s strategic direction and supporting growth expansion. Prior to starting Truepic, Craig was the Co-Founder of Life Credit Company, a finance company specializing in Life Settlements. Prior to that, Craig was an Equity Trader at Goldman Sachs. Craig resides in Charleston, SC with his wife and two children. Craig received his B.S. degree from Boston College with a major in Finance.

Craig Locante, Vice President, Head of EXL Survey and Risk Control, oversees Castle High Value Surveys and EXL Risk Control. Hired as Castle’s first employee in 1994, Craig was instrumental in growing the company to the premier provider it is today. Castle is the nation’s largest provider of high value home insurance surveys. EXL Risk Control is also under Craig’s leadership and is on its way to Castle’s stature in the commercial lines space. Craig is an underwriting thought leader and innovator, improving the way carriers identify property condition and solve ITV issues. Prior to Castle, Craig worked in underwriting for Liberty Mutual. He graduated with honors from Penn State University.

Hobie Bond is the Head of Innovation for the Zurich North America Technical Underwriting team.  He leads the delivery of Telematics, Internet of Things, and Innovation for underwriting across all business units.  His cross functional team leverages cutting edge technology, insights, and processes to drive improved risk assessment, process efficiency, and customer service.   Hobie had a 30 year background in actuarial science, product management, telematics, data analytics, process automation, and platform transformation with two prior national P&C carriers before joining ZurichNA in March 2025.

Lindsey is Vice President for Vitality North America, responsible for leading and managing Vitality’s life insurance partnerships in the region. Prior to joining the team in the US in 2018, Lindsey was part of Vitality UK’s health insurance business helping set the wellness program strategy for their corporate offering. Lindsey joined Vitality Health after a diverse career path outside of the insurance industry that had her living in France, Switzerland, and the UK. With her range of expertise, international exposure, and professional history, Lindsey is passionate about behavioral science and how insurers are uniquely positioned to help people live longer, healthier lives.