The Windstorm Insurance Network hosts regional events that bring together professionals from across the insurance space for continuing education and networking. These events are designed to foster meaningful cross-industry connections and create local forums focused on education, collaboration, and professional growth.

South Florida Event: The Anatomy of a Lithium Battery Fire Claim 

Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Training Facility, 405 Pike Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 10:00 am – 1:30pm ET

Lithium battery fires present distinct investigative and coverage challenges. This presentation focuses on the forensic investigation of lithium-ion battery incidents, including identifying indicators of thermal runaway, distinguishing between origin and cause, and evaluating potential contributing factors such as product defects, improper charging, mechanical damage, or environmental conditions. Emphasis will be placed on evidence preservation, scene documentation, and coordination with fire investigators, engineers, and manufacturers through a live burn presentation.

This session also explores how these losses intersect with policy language and coverage determinations. Topics include evaluating first-party property claims and the role of exclusions or endorsements related to the investigation and cause of the loss as well as subrogation issues that arise.

Through real-world scenarios and emerging claim trends, this presentation equips claims attendees with practical tools to investigate lithium battery fires effectively and navigate the complexities of coverage analysis in these increasingly common and high-exposure losses.

Capacity is limited to 80 people; register today!

Speakers

Harvey Meshel, CFEI, CVFI, Owner, Forensic Investigator, HSM Consulting, Inc.

Gina Clausen Lozier, Esq., Founding Partner, Clausen Choquette PLLC

Michael Ruskin, Disaster Pro Consulting, Inc.

Agenda
10:00-10:30am: Registration
10:30-11:30am: Practical Application- Live Burn of Lithium Battery
11:30am-12:30pm: Claim Application
12:30-1:30pm: Lunch & Networking
Lunch includes BBQ brisket, mac & cheese, potato salad, Frito pie, beans, water & soft drinks

Continuing Education
We have applied for Adjuster and CLE credit in Florida only. 

Cost
$30 per person – includes continuing education reporting/certificate of attendance.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold – $1,250
Includes logo on promos, website, PPT & tabletop sponsor signs; standalone social media post; option to provide giveaways; recognition from the podium; 4 event registrations

Silver – $750
Includes logo on promos, website, PPT & tabletop sponsor signs; option for tabletop display at reception; 2 event registrations

Bronze – $500
Includes logo on promos, website, PPT & tabletop sponsor signs; 1 event registration

You can sign up for sponsorship on the registration tab.

Tampa Event: Crisis Communications & FL Property Claims 

Tampa Marriott Water Street, 505 Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602 
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 2:30 – 6:30pm ET

Schedule of Events

2:30-3:00pm – Registration & Networking
3:00-4:00pm – Today’s Florida Property Insurance Claim: Process, Pressures, & Professional Responsibility
4:00-5:00pm – Proactive Crisis Communications & Planning
5:00-6:30pm – Networking Reception

Today’s Florida Property Insurance Claim: Process, Pressures, & Professional Responsibility

This session will provide a comprehensive, non-advocacy examination of how modern property insurance claims are handled in Florida’s evolving regulatory and market environment. Our panelists include former presidents of the Windstorm Insurance Network, offering experienced perspectives from across the industry. Participants will examine post-2022 and 2023 legislative reforms, market shifts, and how those changes affect claim investigations, documentation standards, dispute resolution practices, and emerging technologies. The course also addresses professionalism, communication breakdowns, and ethical accountability across roles, equipping attendees with practical insights to strengthen claim handling and professional credibility. 

Speakers

Proactive Crisis Communications & Planning

Crisis Communications equips professionals across insurance, advocacy, construction, and risk management with practical strategies for communicating effectively before and during critical events. As regulatory expectations around transparency and timely notification continue to rise, the ability to plan and execute clear communication has become a core risk-management function.

This course focuses on proactive planning—covering communication principles, multi-channel coordination, system redundancy, and alignment with emergency resources and response partners. Attendees will gain actionable tools to strengthen trust, reduce exposure, and maintain professional standards across complex, high-stakes environments.

Participants will leave better prepared to anticipate disruption, coordinate stakeholders, and lead with clarity when it matters most.

Speakers

We have applied for Adjuster and CLE credit in Florida only. 

Cost

No cost to attend, but registration is required. Members & nonmembers welcome.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold – $1,250 (Limited to 2)
Includes logo on promos, website, PP & tabletop sponsor signs; standalone social media post; option to provide giveaways; recognition from the podium; option for tabletop display at reception

Silver – $750
Includes logo on promos, website, PP & tabletop sponsor signs; option for tabletop display at reception

Bronze – $500
Includes logo on promos, website, PP & tabletop sponsor signs

You can sign up for sponsorship on the registration tab.