NAW Risk Managers Forum Powered by Gallagher

Date: November 12-13, 2025
Time: 5:30-9:00 PM November 12; 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM November 13
Location: Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way, and Gallagher Way Conference Center, Chicago, IL

The business of distribution is evolving—and so are the risks.

From rising litigation and product liability exposures to cyber threats, extreme weather events, and supply chain volatility, today’s risk landscape demands sharper foresight and stronger strategies. As your operation scales, the stakes get higher—making proactive, enterprise-wide risk management not just a necessity, but a competitive advantage.

That’s why NAW invites you to attend the fourth annual Risk Managers Forum, Powered by Gallagher—a 24-hour, executive-level event built specifically for distribution leaders navigating today’s complex risk environment.

Designed for C-suite executives and corporate risk managers from leading distribution firms, this forum will spotlight critical trends and threats facing the industry. Through peer exchange and direct engagement with seasoned risk and insurance experts, attendees will explore actionable strategies to protect assets, improve resilience, and unlock new opportunities.

Event Cost

There is no cost to attend this event.

Who should attend?

This event is designed for your top-level staff focused on risk management in the Wholesale-distribution industry such as a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Legal Officer or Risk Management Officer.

Agenda

We are pleased to provide the strawman agenda below along with a list of topics covered at last year’s events for you to get a sense of the topics we will cover. As we lock down topics, we will update this agenda.

Day 1 – Wednesday, November 12 (Location: Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way)

• 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration
• 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Cocktail reception
• 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Dinner with a possible guest speaker

Day 2 – Thursday, November 13 (Location: Gallagher Way Conference Center)

• 8:00 am – 8: 45 am – Breakfast
• 8:45 am – 9:00 am – Introductions
• 9:00 am- 10:00 am – Agenda topic 1 (TBD)
• 10:00 am – 10:45 am – Distributors Only Roundtable
• 10:45 am – 11:00 am – Break
• 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Agenda topic 2 (TBD)
• 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Networking Lunch
• 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Agenda Topic 3 (TBD)
• 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Distributors Only Roundtable
• 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm – Thank you – Closing
• 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Possible tour of Wrigley Field

Previous Topics Included:

• ROI on Vehicle Tech & Creative Insurance Structures for Large Fleets
• Legal System Abuse – How did we get here, and what can be done about it?
• Current State of the Property Market and Strategies for Distributors in 2024
• Punitive Damages Wraps
• Best Practices for a Successful ERM Program
• Workers’ Comp Claim Trends
• Trade Credit Insurance Market
• Captive Solutions & Common Misconceptions
• Navigating the Current Cyber Market & Looking Forward
• Current Auto Liability Trends and Preventing Products Liability Claims

Previous Attendees Include:

Networking opportunities are a critical element to attending events. Here’s a brief list of past attending companies to get you excited about the connections to be made.