WEBINAR

Navigating the New Normal: Property Insurance for the Wood Products Industry

Monday, May 18 | 11AM-12PM

The property insurance market is shifting and if you're in the wood products industry, now is the time to understand what that means for your renewal. Join us for a live webinar as we break down what’s happening in the property insurance market today—and help you assess whether your most recent property renewal truly aligns with current market conditions. We’ll share real-world case studies, benchmarking data, and a candid look at how broker strategy directly influences your outcomes.

May 18, 2026

11:00 AM

VIRTUAL

Learning Objectives

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Understand where the property insurance market has been, where it stands today, and where it's likely heading

Navigate the E&S marketplace with confidence, including the difference between open market options and program options

Benchmark what a "good renewal" actually looks like for wood products risks

Evaluate how your broker's approach and market relationships are affecting your results

Your Hosts

Jared Wauters

Andrew Rolley

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Navigating the New Normal: Property Insurance for the Wood Products Industry

The property insurance market is shifting and if you're in the wood products industry, now is the time to understand what that means for your renewal. Join us for a live webinar as we break down what’s happening in the property insurance market today—and help you assess whether your most recent property renewal truly aligns with current market conditions. We’ll share real-world case studies, benchmarking data, and a candid look at how broker strategy directly influences your outcomes.

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WEBINAR

Navigating the New Normal: Property Insurance for the Wood Products Industry

Learning Objectives

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: