Self-Insurance Institute of America

Charlotte, here we come! SIIA’s Future Leaders head to Charlotte April 14-15, 2025 to connect, share, and learn. This is the only event in the self-insurance marketplace that is dedicated to fostering the industry’s next generation of executives. Attendees (aged 40 and under) gather to learn about topics that are impacting the self-insurance industry. Combined with networking activities designed to spur interaction, this Forum sets an atmosphere designed to build a forward-thinking and engaging community of young leaders. Forum Agenda, Registration & Sponsorships | https://ow.ly/emxj50UYxWb THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done. Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated Ullico Inc. Vālenz® Health

At last years National Conference, SIIA partnered with Self-Funding with Spencer to record a podcast with then SIIA Board Chairperson John Capasso and Treasurer/Secretary Amy Gasbarro. They discuss their work at SIIA, what SIIA’s legislative efforts have looked like in recent years, and some practical networking tips for anybody attending a SIIA event. They also dive into into the history of SIIA, what’s made it so relevant for so long, and what the real ROI is for both the attendees and the sponsors. Podcast | https://ow.ly/ToWY50UUWNA Video Edition | https://ow.ly/aUHQ50UUWNB THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done. John Capasso CPA, CGMA, PFS Amy Gasbarro 🎙Spencer Smith, CSFS®

Mark your calendars for SIIA's Cell + Gene Therapy and High-Cost Drug Stakeholder Forums! The JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America plays host to both forums in this back-to-back schedule with the Cell + Gene Stakeholder Forum taking place on May 27th - 28th, followed by the High-Cost Drug Stakeholder Forum on May 28th - 29th. CELL + GENE THERAPY STAKEHOLDER FORUM This third annual event is the only dedicated and immersive CGT-related event in the self-insurance marketplace. Forum Program | https://lnkd.in/dQQNc-ae Exhibit & Sponsorship | https://ow.ly/xRmT50USIV5 HIGH-COST DRUG STAKEHOLDER FORUM Prescription drugs are often the biggest cost-driver for self-funded plans and this forum introduces effective cost-containment strategies. Forum Program | https://lnkd.in/e49aWJuM Exhibit & Sponsorship | https://ow.ly/noep50USIV4 THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done.

The Self-Insurer's February issue is NOW AVAILABLE! This month's featured articles focus on what's really working with IDR and a 2025 preview of legislative & regulatory issues impacting the self-insurance marketplace. Digital Issue | https://lnkd.in/eC6E5X7h Special "Thank you" to the following thought leaders for their insights and contributions to this months featured articles: Bruce D. Roffe, P.D., M.S., H.I.A. Christine Cooper Eric Hanna

We’re excited to announce that sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are now available for SIIA’s 2025 National Conference! As the year’s largest gathering of the self-insurance industry experts, innovators and thought leaders, it’s the ideal place for organizations to promote their products and services. Decision-makers from every niche of the self-insurance marketplace are in attendance and looking for solutions and partners. Sponsorships sell out quickly! Don’t miss this opportunity to get your brand in front of thousands of influential decision-makers. Check out available sponsorships here | https://ow.ly/UTwR50UPL6H The exhibit hall is the hub of innovation where organizations engage directly with potential clients and partners. If you’re considering exhibiting in 2024, we recommend signing up as soon as possible as each year we sell out. Don’t get stuck on the waiting list in hopes of a cancellation! Sign up for a booth here | https://ow.ly/e7n850UPL6G THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done.

In our first Advocacy in Action Webinar of the year, SIIA's Government Relations team provided a breakdown of what the self-insurance industry can expect from the new Congress and Administration throughout 2025. The team also walked through recently released DOL Guidance that provides helpful clarifications to the Gag Clause Prohibition, and we covered various State issues we are tracking. As a reminder SIIA hosts our Advocacy in Action Webinars monthly through June. SIIA Members can watch the webinar by signing into siia.org | https://lnkd.in/eQhGTzeG Support SIIA Through Membership | https://lnkd.in/e3hF2jnX THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done.

Recent articles on Captive.com included contributions from two SIIA members, Jeff Fitzgerald (Board Member) and George Belokas (Captive Committee Chair). We would like to thank them for generously sharing their time and expertise on behalf of SIIA in recapping the captive marketplace in 2024. Captive Insurance in 2025 | https://lnkd.in/g39k_3Qy 2024: A Milestone Year For Captive Growth | https://lnkd.in/gh_mBefA THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done. Support SIIA Through Membership | https://lnkd.in/e3hF2jnX George Belokas, FCAS, MAAA Jeff Fitzgerald International Risk Management Institute, Inc. (IRMI)

Registration is NOW OPEN for SIIA's 2025 Advocacy in Action Webinar Series! Held each month from January through June, these webinars provide insight and analysis of the most up-to-date political and policy news at the Federal and State levels. Register now to attend the first webinar on Wed., January 22nd, at 2:00 pm ET. We'll analyze what the self-insurance industry can expect of the new government from a legislative and regulatory perspective going forward. Advocacy in Action Webinars are available to SIIA members only and are complimentary . Register | https://ow.ly/C7tV50UIH07 Support SIIA through Membership | https://ow.ly/CvfU50UIH09 THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done.

SIIA is pleased to announce updates to its volunteer leadership team. Matt Kirk, president & CEO of the Benecon Group, will service as chairman of the board of directors for 2025. This year’s chair-elect and treasurer is ELMCRx President Amy Gasbarro. Two members we also elected to serve the board of directors for multiple year terms: Jeff Fitzgerald, Managing Director Strategic Risk Solutions Matt Smith, Managing Director Risk Strategies “The association is very fortunate to have such a deep pool of talent to pull from to populate its various volunteer leadership positions,” said SIIA President & CEO Mike Ferguson. “We are very excited about these latest leadership updates and look forward to what we can do for the membership in 2025.” THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done. Support SIIA through Membership | https://ow.ly/XhxK50UHGBK

Get Down to Business at SIIA’s Spring Forum! If you do business in the self-insurance marketplace – or want to – clear your calendar and make plans to be in Tampa March 17th – 19th. Register by January 16th to take advantage of the Early Bird discounted rate. Spring Forum is the largest in-person gathering of industry professionals, thought leaders, and decision-makers in the first half of 2025. Over the years, this event has become a ‘go-to’ event for networking. PROGRAM Hear the latest from SIIA’s Government Relations team, engage in conversations regarding hot topics and the State of the Industry, and a special session on Bridging the Gap between Senior Management & the C-Suite. | https://ow.ly/N8GT50UGhiW REGISTRATION Register by January 16th to take advantage of discounted Early Bird pricing! https://ow.ly/lvfX50UGhiX EXHIBITING Exhibits are sold out! SPONSORSHIPS They won’t buy your product if they don’t know who you are. Get your brand in front of decision-makers with a sponsorship. A few opportunities remain and many include one (1) registration | https://ow.ly/k3Cr50UGhiV HOTEL SIIA’s discounted room block is 80% sold out and ends on January 24th (or when the room block is sold out). Register today and make your hotel reservations! THIS is where the business of self-insurance gets done.