The International Risk Management Institute’s Construction Risk Conference (CRC) is an annual event designed for construction professionals. If you choose to invest in your business and attend the conference, here’s what you need to know.
Conference sessions
- Kathy Antonello, Chief Actuary at the National Council on Compensation Insurance, will discuss “Workers Compensation Trends and Challenges in Construction.” You’ll learn about trends, challenges and ways to manage your Workers' Compensation program.
- The View from My Seat offers tools you can use to manage new technologies, labor shortages, law and regulation changes, and other evolving construction risks.
- Jim “The Rookie” Morris shares his inspirational and motivational story.
- Breakout Sessions and Snap Talks dive into topics like contracts, design liability, construction delays, and your supply chain.
Who attends CRC?
- General contractors.
- Subcontractors.
- Project owners and managers.
- Developers.
- Construction lawyers.
- Insurance agents, brokers, underwriters, and adjusters.
- Consultants and service providers.
Why should you attend CRC?
Consider attending the CRC to gain several practical benefits that help protect and grow your business.
- Gain knowledge about emerging risks, trends and solutions so you can manage threats that affect your projects and operations.
- Position yourself as an expert by applying new information to improve your services and reputation.
- Expand your professional network and collaborate with peers, vendors, and advisors.
- Identify your insurance needs and make more informed coverage decisions.
- Rejuvenate your mind and body by taking focused time for learning and recovery.
How do you register?
Registration details and rates vary by year; check the conference website for current deadlines and pricing. Many conferences offer early-registration discounts and special rates for owners and contractors, and some provide registrant satisfaction guarantees.
If you want help evaluating coverage options after attending sessions, talk to an agent.
Insurance and resources
After learning about construction risks at the conference, you may want to review specific insurance solutions. See Builders Risk Insurance — New Residential Construction for residential project coverage options and New Commercial Construction Builders Risk for commercial construction considerations.
Next steps
Decide which sessions align with your risk priorities, schedule time to meet peers and experts, and plan how you will apply what you learn to your risk management and insurance strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend the Construction Risk Conference?
The conference is useful for general contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers, construction lawyers, insurance professionals, and consultants who manage construction risk.
Will the conference cover insurance topics relevant to my project?
Yes; sessions typically address insurance trends, coverage considerations, and strategies to identify and manage project-specific exposures.
Are there opportunities to network with peers and vendors?
Yes; the conference schedule usually includes networking events, breakout sessions, and exhibitor time for making professional connections.
How can I learn more about builders risk for my projects?
Review specialized builders risk resources and consult an insurance professional to match coverage to your project type and risks.