2026 Claims Trade ShowFebruary 23rd & 24th *NEW FORMAT* Half Day 23rd & Half Day 24th
We've Revamped Our Claims Seminar & Tradeshow!Great Networking Opportunity!Join us in Bloomington-Normal on the afternoon of February 23rd to set up your booth, participate in Round Table discussions, and join us for Happy Hour with the attendees! The following morning, we'll continue classes and the Tradeshow. This is a great opportunity to network with members and build those connections!Thank you to RAC Adjustments for being a Happy Hour sponsor!Looking for an opportunity to promote your company at our Claims Seminar? Click HereDoubletree10 Brickyard Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701309.664.6446 Room Rate is $139.00 + taxesClick Here to Reserve Your Room The room cut-off for the hotel is February 9th. "This room rate is guaranteed through February 9th, but does not guarantee availability - please secure your room early." Spots Are Limited!EXCLUSIVE trade show for IAMIC members only - a chance to visit with the claims staff from our Member companies during dinner and all breaksGet your Company Name in front of the decision-makers
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Monday, Feb 23rd03:00pm - 05:00pm |
Hallway Talk
Hallway Talk is where the best ideas happen when the spotlight is off and the conversation is real. Join these fast-paced round table discussions to swap practical tips, ask candid questions, and learn what’s really working from peers who live your same challenges every day. Pull up a chair, bring your curiosity, and leave with fresh strategies, new connections, and “why didn’t we think of that?” insights you can put to work as soon as you get home. |
05:30pm - 06:30pm |
Happy Hour Sponsored by RAC Adjustments!
This is your chance to build those relationships with our members! |
07:00pm |
Networking Dinner
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Tuesday, Feb 24th08:00am - 08:50am |
Do You Know Where Your Money Goes?
Speakers: Chris Feldt, Heartland Mutual & Tony Koehler, Western IL Mutual
Take control of your claim costs in this interactive session, Do You Know Where Your Money Goes? Using the FREE association software included with your membership, you will work through real-world examples to set smarter reserves, monitor emerging loss trends, and identify potential problem claims before they escalate. You will also learn how to instantly look up wind and hail history for a specific address, giving you fast, credible data to support your claim decisions and protect your bottom line. |
08:50am - 09:00am |
Break/Tradeshow
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09:00am - 10:00am |
Trusts & Transition - Navigating Claims After Loss
Speaker: Adam McCabe, Nicoletti Hornig Namazi Eckert & Sheehan
This presentation will feature attorney Adam McCabe discussing this specialized session that tackles one of the most delicate challenges in claims handling—what to do when a named insured has passed away, and no one told you or maybe the insured dies while in the claims process – how do you investigate, adjust, and close the claim? This class explores how to verify properly named insureds and insured interests, understand trusts and other ownership changes impacting insured property, and realign coverage and payments when you discover a death mid-claim. Attendees will leave with practical steps, sample questions, and documentation tips to protect the company, honor the policyholder’s intent, and communicate with survivors in a professional, compassionate way. |
10:00am - 10:30am |
Break/Tradeshow
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10:30am - 11:30am |
Smart ClAIms
Speaker: Tommy Halcom, United Claims Service
Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming insurance claims management in this cutting-edge course designed for today's claims professionals. Smart ClAIms equips you with practical strategies to leverage AI tools that streamline workflows, enhance accuracy, and improve customer satisfaction. Learn to harness AI-powered solutions for faster claims assessments, fraud detection, document processing, and predictive analytics. Through real-world case studies and hands-on demonstrations, you'll explore how to integrate these technologies into your existing processes while maintaining the personal touch your policyholders expect. Whether you're looking to reduce processing times, minimize errors, or stay ahead of industry innovations, Smart ClAIms provides the knowledge and confidence to embrace the future of claims management. |
11:30am - 01:00pm |
Lunch/Tradeshow
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01:00pm - 02:00pm |
Mitigating the Mitigation
Speaker: Ben Hoffmann, Grinnell RE
In this presentation, we will explore strategies that adjusters can implement to achieve accurate outcomes in the claims process. We will discuss ways to collaborate with mitigation companies to agree on the scope and timeframes of the mitigation. Once the mitigation bill is received, we will consider methods to verify its accuracy and address any concerns. |