RISKWORLD 2026

May 3-6, 2026

Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Hosted by RIMS

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Bankrolled: How to Defeat the Plaintiffs’ Bar When Third Party Litigation is at Play

May 4 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Speaker: Ashley Paige Fetyko
When considering the more than $31.3 billion in nuclear verdicts delivered in 2024, how well do you understand the relationship between third party litigation funding (TPLF) and these outsized and unjust awards? See how TPLF remains a thorn in the side of risk professionals, claims professionals, underwriters, reinsurers, defense counsel and the whole industry despite legislative attempts to curb it. Form a clearer picture of how funders have pivoted to avoid detection. Assess the ever-rising costs resulting from social inflation. Study solutions built upon the diverse perspectives of legislative, risk management, reinsurance, claims and legal professionals. Determine what can be done to rein in the nuclear verdict problem at every stage.

Playing Defense: Risk Strategies in Sports, Entertainment and Hospitality

May 5 at 12:50 PM – 1:20 PM

Speaker: Ashley Paige Fetyko & Danielle Pascale
Through an examination of complex claims in the sports, entertainment and hospitality industries, explore trends, emerging exposures and proven strategies for managing high-risk environments. Recognize liabilities that can result in reputational and financial catastrophe, including sexual abuse and misconduct litigation. Apply industry-specific lessons for strengthening claims handling, litigation response and risk transfer. Assess the defense and risk management strategies that could protect your organization while maintaining reputation and compliance.