VCIA Conference Ambassadors

Benjamin Gould
Service Provider
Director
Paul Frank + Collins
# of conferences attended:
16
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
Welcome newbies into this wonderful community where strong relationships launch successful careers.
Brendan Dolan
Captive Owner
Vice President
Housing Partnership Network
# of conferences attended:
4
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I'm happy to share what makes the VCIA conference enjoyable and worthwhile to a new attendee
Christina Kindstedt
Service Provider
President
Advantage Insurance Management
# of conferences attended:
23
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
With 23 years under my belt, it's satisfying to meet people new to the industry and answer whatever questions they may have about captive feasibility, formation and operations.
David Bosworth
Service Provider
Portfolio Manager
Maple Capital Management
# of conferences attended:
4
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
It's great to meet new individuals, the business they represent, and to learn about their goals for attending the conference, and how VCIA can support their initiatives.
Eric Himes
Captive Owner
COO
Peace Church Risk Retention Group
# of conferences attended:
5
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
Introduce new members to the conference and serve as a resource for engagement and education.
Erin Pond
Service Provider
Director of Captive Services
Community Bank
# of conferences attended:
2
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I have enjoyed the Ambassador program because first of all it's just fun to connect with new people, but also there are so many wonderful things to know and share about the conference, I think it's great to have an individual resource that new people can just go to and not feel worried about it.
James R Girardin
Service Provider
Managing Director
Amethyst Captive Insurance Solutions
# of conferences attended:
35
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
Working with and assisting new captive owners or service providers is one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. Helping a new entrant develop their stride and build confidence can be invaluable to getting started in what may appear to be a somewhat daunting and technical industry.
Jason Palmer
Service Provider
Managing Director
WTW
# of conferences attended:
20
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I have gained so much from a professional standpoint to networking opportunities, and education from the annual VCIA conference - now it is my turn to give back.
Jonathan Habart
Service Provider
Insurance Regulatory Compliance and Risk Retention Group Officer
Marsh
# of conferences attended:
5
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I love introducing people to the captive industry and helping them to connect with others.
Julie Bordo
Captive Owner
CEO/President
PCH Mutual Insurance Co., Inc., a RRG
# of conferences attended:
11
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I think it is important to welcome new members of our wonderful close community. I enjoy meeting those new members on more than a superficial level.
Lisa Poulin
Service Provider
Consultant
Milliman, Inc.
# of conferences attended:
32
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I enjoy meeting new captive contacts and being able to share my VCIA conference experiences. Being an ambassador allows me to help another navigate the conference and come up with a plan for how to get the most out of it.
Melissa Updike
Captive Owner
CEO
Kentuckiana Medical Reciprocal Risk Retention Group (KMRRRG)
# of conferences attended:
7
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I'm so impressed with VCIA and I love to share all that I have learned at VCIA and the great network that I've built from attending or being part of the Association
Mike Meehan
Service Provider
Principle
Milliman, Inc.
# of conferences attended:
30
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I really enjoy the opportunity to connect in person with industry professionals who over the years have become trusted business contacts, clients, and often times friends.
Nicole Roy
Captive Owner
Risk Analyst
Sustainable Assurance Company
# of conferences attended:
4
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I'd love to continue making connections, learning and advocating for the wonderful offerings VCIA provides to its members and the Captive community!
Sherry Ricker
Service Provider
Vice President, Captive Management
Risk Management Advisors, Inc.
# of conferences attended:
23
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
It was a great experience last year connecting with first timers. I was able to provide some pre-travel to VT tips, give them the inside scoop on networking events, and met up with them in person early on in the week.
Theresa Severson
Captive Owner
SVP Insurance & Risk
Kite Realty Group - Birch Property & Casualty LLC
# of conferences attended:
8
Favorite thing about the VCIA Conference:
I enjoy meeting captive owners and sharing information about the conference and the industry.


