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University Risk Management and Insurance Association's 56th Annual Conference

by University Risk Management and Insurance Association

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(7)

Dan Heath

Dan Heath is a New York Times bestselling author known for his work on business and social change. He will be delivering a keynote address at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

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. She will be speaking on 'Supporting the Risk Manager/Youth Protection Officer Relationship' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

Eno Oregbesan

Director, Risk Management at Rice University

Eno Oregbesan is the Director of Risk Management at Rice University. She will be speaking on 'Supporting the Risk Manager/Youth Protection Officer Relationship' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

Kenneth Suh

Member at McDonald Hopkins

Kenneth Suh is a member at McDonald Hopkins, specializing in intellectual property law. He will be presenting on 'Music Copyright and Licensing for Social Media' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

Melanie Bennett

Senior Risk Management Counsel at United Educators

Melanie Bennett serves as Senior Risk Management Counsel at United Educators. She will be speaking on 'Supporting the Risk Manager/Youth Protection Officer Relationship' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

Nakeschi Watkins

Director, Risk Management and Insurance at Cornell University

Nakeschi Watkins is the Director of Risk Management and Insurance at Cornell University. She will be speaking on 'Supporting the Risk Manager/Youth Protection Officer Relationship' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

Paul Fox

Senior Director of Risk Management at Baylor University

Paul Fox serves as the Senior Director of Risk Management at Baylor University. He will be moderating the session on 'Supporting the Risk Manager/Youth Protection Officer Relationship' at the URMIA 56th Annual Conference.

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