University Risk Management and Insurance Association's 56th Annual Conference
The University Risk Management and Insurance Association (URMIA) will host its 56th Annual Conference from October 12 to 16, 2025, at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. This premier event brings together professionals dedicated to advancing risk management practices within higher education institutions.
Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops covering emerging risk management issues, best practices, and innovative strategies tailored for the higher education sector. Sessions will address topics such as youth protection, liability strategies, and the complexities of music copyright and licensing for social media platforms.
The conference offers ample networking opportunities, including an expo hall showcasing industry-leading products and services. Notable speakers include Kenneth Suh, who will present on music copyright and licensing for social media, providing valuable insights for university risk managers navigating the digital landscape.
This event is ideal for risk management professionals, compliance officers, legal counsel, and administrators in higher education seeking to enhance their knowledge, share experiences, and connect with peers to strengthen their institution's risk management frameworks.
Speakers(8)
Dan Heath
Author
Dan Heath is a New York Times bestselling author known for his work on business and social change, delivering keynote addresses on innovative strategies.
Dawn Riddle
Senior Director, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer at Vanderbilt University
Dawn Riddle holds the position of Senior Director and Deputy Chief Compliance Officer at Vanderbilt University, focusing on compliance and risk management.
Dr. Christopher Bell
Speaker, Scholar, and Consultant
Dr. Christopher Bell is a renowned speaker, scholar, and consultant specializing in risk management and insurance. He will be delivering a keynote address at the conference.
Eno Oregbesan
Director, Risk Management at Rice University
Eno Oregbesan is the Director of Risk Management at Rice University, responsible for developing and implementing risk management policies.
Kenneth Suh
Member at McDonald Hopkins
Kenneth Suh is a Member at McDonald Hopkins, specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on music copyright and licensing.
Melanie Bennett
Senior Risk Management Counsel at United Educators
Melanie Bennett serves as Senior Risk Management Counsel at United Educators, specializing in risk management strategies for educational institutions.
Nakeschi Watkins
Director, Risk Management and Insurance at Cornell University
Nakeschi Watkins is the Director of Risk Management and Insurance at Cornell University, overseeing the university's comprehensive risk management programs.
Paul Fox
Senior Director of Risk Management at Baylor University
Paul Fox serves as the Senior Director of Risk Management at Baylor University, leading the university's risk management initiatives.
Event Details
- Date
- October 14, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Las Vegas, United States
- The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
- Pricing
- Check official website
- Audience
- Risk management professionals, compliance officers, legal counsel, and administrators in higher education