January 2024 Newsletter

New Beginnings!

As we begin the new year, we are filled with excitement about the potential that 2024 holds for us. We are the foremost organization that is recruiting and supporting talent and programs that will bolster the insurance industry, but we don't do it alone. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our supporters who have been partnering with us to attract and develop top talent.

Staff Updates: We are currently seeking a Program Administrator to join our small but highly capable team. Please review the job description via this link and share this opportunity with anyone who may be a good fit for our team.

Board of Director Updates: At the end of 2023, we bid farewell to Ron Davis, Lori Seidenberg, and Dave Arick from our board. In 2024, we welcome new board members Michelle McLane, Alban Laloum, and Kristen Peed. A press release with full details will follow soon.

Program Deadline Reminders

Apply Today!

Scholarships: Undergrad, Full-Time & Part-Time Masters

→ 2024 Application will close on January 31, 2024

www.spencered.org/scholarships

Scholarships: Pre-Dissertation Ph.D. and Doctoral Candidates

→ 2024 Application will close on March1, 2024

www.spencered.org/scholarships

Course Development Grants

→ Interval 1 Application will close on February 15, 2024

www.spencered.org/course-development-grants

Special funding is available for curriculum topics relating to Claims Response, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, InsurTech, Cybersecurity & Privacy RMI, and Risk Engineering/Loss Control.  

Funding for RMI 101 programs is available to schools willing to embed an introductory course into their core degree curriculum!

Spencer Board Member Spotlight

Duncan Ellis

Join us in congratulating Duncan Ellis for his recent promotion to Head of North America Retail Distribution at American International Group (AIG)!

Way to go, Duncan! More details here.

2024 Spencer Day

Launched in 2020, Spencer Day aims to raise funds and create awareness for our mission to support the next generation of industry leaders in Risk Management & Insurance. We believe in celebrating this industry's diverse and talented future, and we would love for everyone to join us in this virtual celebration!

This year, we are kindly requesting your support of $24 in 2024, and our goal is to reach $5,000 in donations!  

Make your contribution in honor of your Spencer connection, and use #SpencerDay and #SpencerScholars to share on social media. 

Webinar Series

Internship Opportunities

These companies have received Spencer internship grants and are currently seeking 2024 Risk Management interns. 

Click on the links for each company for a full job description and to apply! 

• AES Corporation
• BentallGreenOak (BGO)
• Culver Franchising System
• LVMH
• Overhead Door Corporation
• Port of Portland

Upcoming RMI Events

• 1/24 Business Insurance - World Captive Forum
• 1/24 NABCRMP - Annual Summit & Awards Event
• 1/25 RIMS - Leadership Forum (Invite Only)
• February 2024: Participate in the Insurance Careers Movement!
• 2/1 Atlanta RIMS Chapter - Educational Conference
• 2/4 APCIA, ICM, & AM Best - Emerging Leaders Conference (ELC)
• 2/13 URMIA - Central Regional Conference
• 2/27 SIIA - Artificial Intelligence Forum
• 3/11 URMIA - Northeastern Regional Conference
• 3/12 NAAIA - South Forum
• 3/13 Zywave - Casualty Insights Conference
• 3/14 Washington RIMS Chapter - Education Forum
• 3/17 PLRB - Claims Conference & Insurance Services Expo
• 3/20 InsurTech NY - Spring Conference
• 3/20 NAAIA - Central Forum
• 3/25 SIIA - Spring Forum

If you are a Spencer Scholar or Alumni interested in attending industry events at no registration cost, contact our External Engagement Director, Tandeka Nomvete. 

Spencer Events @ RISKWORLD

Join us at 2024 RISKWORLD in San Diego, CA! Click on the images below for full details and to register.

#ThankYou for supporting our organization and the future leaders of the RMI industry!