2025 Webinar Wednesday Series

2025 Webinar Wednesday Series

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  • Is Now the Right Time? Considerations When Planning Your Agency Transition
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/29/2025 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

    October 29th | 12pm to 1pm | 1 Credit

    Is It Time to Transition Your Agency? The Questions You Need to Ask

    Deciding when—and how—to transition your agency is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Join us for this essential webinar where we’ll break down the personal, financial, and operational factors that influence the right time to move on. From agency performance and team health to personal readiness and E&O risk, we’ll help you ask the right questions to protect both your clients and your legacy. You’ll also gain access to planning tools and resources to take the next steps—whatever they may be, confidently. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare, protect, and plan your agency’s future with clarity.

  • Ethics, Risk Management, and Data Security in a Digital World
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/01/2025 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

    October 1 | 12pm to 1pm | 1 Credit

    Featuring Jen Dalton of Epay Policy

    By the end of this training, insurance agents will not only grasp the core ethical principles of the insurance industry but also effectively utilize ethical frameworks to navigate complex scenarios and consistently adhere to guidelines that foster integrity and trust in every client interaction.

    Jen Dalton

    Head of Information Security & Infrastructure

    ePayPolicy

    Jen Dalton is the Head of Information Security & Infrastructure at ePayPolicy, where she leads the organization’s efforts in delivering cutting-edge payment solutions for the insurance industry. With a strong focus on information security, compliance, and infrastructure, she ensures that innovation and culture remain at the forefront of ePayPolicy’s growth.

    With a career spanning more than 15 years, Jen Dalton has established herself as a forward-thinking leader at the intersection of technology and security. She has a proven track record of building and scaling robust security infrastructures and comprehensive governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs. In a previous role as Chief Information Security Officer within the Insurtech industry, Jen’s strategic oversight of Information Security, Development, and Data Science was key to protecting mission-critical systems. Her leadership not only safeguarded the integrity of the business but also fueled the innovation necessary to redefine modern claims management.

     

  • Private Equity in the Independent Agency System
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 09/24/2025 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

    September 24th | 12pm to 1pm | 1 Credit

    Private Equity is rapidly reshaping the independent agency landscape—are you ready for the impact? 

    Join us for a powerful and timely webinar that pulls back the curtain on PE’s growing influence in the insurance industry. Discover why private equity is aggressively targeting independent agencies, how it's driving up valuations, accelerating M&A activity, and transforming traditional business models. We’ll dive into the real risks for your clients, your community, and your carrier relationships—and what it all means for the future of your agency. Whether you're considering a PE deal or just want to stay competitive, this is the insider knowledge every agent and agency leader needs.

    Jeff Smith

    Chief Executive Officer

    Ohio Insurance Agents Association

    Chief Executive Officer for Ohio Insurance Agents Association (OIA), a statewide association that is the leading advocate for insurance consumers, independent agents, IA carriers and a competitive insurance marketplace. OIA represents 1,400 independent insurance agencies and 12,000 insurance agents who are responsible for fulfilling 82 percent of the commercial insurance and 44 percent of the personal insurance and risk management needs of Ohio's businesses and citizens.

  • Ctrl+Alt+Insure: A Crash Course in Cyber Coverage
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 09/17/2025 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

    September 17th | 12pm to 1pm | 1 Credit

    In today’s increasingly complex digital landscape, cyber threats are evolving faster than ever—and so must our defenses.

    This informative and interactive webinar is designed to equip professionals with a clear understanding of current cybersecurity threats and practical strategies for safeguarding digital assets. From identifying vulnerabilities to effectively responding to potential breaches, you'll gain actionable insights to help you stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.

    Whether you manage IT infrastructure, lead a team, or want to strengthen your organization’s security posture, this session will provide the tools and knowledge you need to make confident, informed decisions in the face of modern cyber challenges.

    Sonyia Townsend

    Vice President Practice Leader, Professional Liability

    Arlington/Roe

    Sonyia joined Arlington/Roe in 2008 and was promoted to Vice President, Professional Liability, Practice Leader. Before moving to Indianapolis, she worked for recreational vehicle manufacturers in warranty and human resource departments. Sonyia has a degree from Lipscomb University and holds a Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) designation. What she enjoys most about her career is that professional liability risks are always changing and challenging her to learn new coverages and work with new submissions. When she isn’t in the office, she is spending time with her husband and her two sons.