May 1-2, 2025 | Tampa, FL
Windstorm Insurance Network is pleased to offer our WIND Certified Appraiser and WIND Certified Umpire workshops in Tampa, May 2025.
Upon completion of taking the four-hour WIND Certified Appraiser and/or Umpire class, registrants will have the opportunity to continue to the next steps and be listed on the WIND Certified Appraiser directory: Payment of an application fee (for a three-year certification), maintain current WIND membership, and complete a security/background check.
Attendance at these workshops will fulfill the requirements to re-certify for Appraiser or Umpire.
WIND Certified Appraiser Program®
WIND Appraiser Certification Class Times
Thursday, May 1, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
A training program for property insurance appraisers, the WIND Certified Appraiser Program® seeks to enhance the professionalism and ethics of property insurance appraisers. Upon completion of the four-hour program, professionals further their credentials by becoming a WIND Certified Appraiser® by successfully meeting the strict guidelines and criteria established by WIND.
Upon completion of taking the four-hour WIND Certified Appraiser class, registrants will have the opportunity to continue to the next steps (see blue bar below) and be listed on the WIND Certified Appraiser directory.
WIND Certified Umpire Program®
WIND Umpire Certification Class Times
Friday, May 2, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
A training program for property insurance umpires, the WIND Umpire Certification Program is the first curriculum devoted to training professionals who serve as umpires in property insurance appraisals. The program is a valuable tool for those wanting to further their understanding of the appraisal process. Upon completion of the four-hour program, professionals further their credentials by becoming a WIND Certified Umpire® by successfully meeting the strict guidelines and criteria established by WIND and being listed in the WIND Umpire Directory.
Upon completion of taking the four-hour WIND Certified Umpire class, registrants will have the opportunity to continue to the next steps (see blue bar below) and be listed on the WIND Certified Umpire directory.
Speakers will consist of select members of the Certification Workshop Faculty list.
No audio and/or video recording allowed during WIND Conference sessions/workshops. No entry is permitted 15 minutes after the start of the workshop.
HOTEL ADDRESS:
Tampa Marriott Water Street
505 Water Street
Tampa, FL, 33602
Discounted Rates for workshop Attendees
- Standard rooms start at $319+taxes/night.
- Daily discounted valet-parking available for $45/car/day.
- Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi.
Our special rate will be offered three days prior and three days after the meeting subject to availability of rooms at the time of the reservation.
The discounted group rate is good through April 9, 2025 or until the room block is sold out.
The Tampa Marriott Water Street is a Smoke Free property, including vaping.
DO NOT make room reservations for the upcoming WIND Certification Workshops with anyone who calls and represents themselves as agents of WIND/Windstorm or offers lower room rates at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. The ONLY legitimate way to reserve your room at the conference hotel is by using the booking link below or calling 1-813-221-4900.
Become a WIND Certified Appraiser and/or Umpire!
Be sure to sign up early for this class because the classes fill up quickly.