2025 Annual Conference | August 11 - 13
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Special Gatherings During VCIA Week
Receptions, brew tours, unique presentations - all to enhance your conference experience!
VCIA Sunday
Brew Tour
SUN 8/10 11:30am-4pm
Not included in conference pass
$225 per person
Get to know one of the best microbrewery cities in America by enjoying this Sunday afternoon Burlington Brew Tour! Led by a professional guide and craft beer tastings at 3 different breweries; culinary food and beer pairing course; round trip transportation; VIP lanyards with beer tasting guides; Brewery entrance fees and taxes, as well as gratuities for Beer Guides are included.
Not included in conference pass
$225 per person
Get to know one of the best microbrewery cities in America by enjoying this Sunday afternoon Burlington Brew Tour! Led by a professional guide and craft beer tastings at 3 different breweries; culinary food and beer pairing course; round trip transportation; VIP lanyards with beer tasting guides; Brewery entrance fees and taxes, as well as gratuities for Beer Guides are included.
VCIEL Sunday
Welcome Reception
SUN 8/10 4:30-6:30pm
Included in conference pass
ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain; 1 College St, Burlington, VT 05401
Join VCIEL and its members for a kick-off pre-dinner reception ahead of your #VCIA2025 conference week!
Enjoy Burlington waterfront views, plenty of food and drink, good music, and an opportunity to make connections.
Included in conference pass
ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain; 1 College St, Burlington, VT 05401
Join VCIEL and its members for a kick-off pre-dinner reception ahead of your #VCIA2025 conference week!
Enjoy Burlington waterfront views, plenty of food and drink, good music, and an opportunity to make connections.
Monday Morning 5k Walk, Bike and Run
MON 8/11 8-10am
Burlington Waterfront near ECHO
Release your dopamine, break a sweat and set yourself up for a successful VCIA week by running walking or biking at one of Burlington's most popular places - its waterfront! Check the conference app for more meetup info.
Burlington Waterfront near ECHO
Release your dopamine, break a sweat and set yourself up for a successful VCIA week by running walking or biking at one of Burlington's most popular places - its waterfront! Check the conference app for more meetup info.
Monday Evening VCIA 40th Celebration at Hula
MON 8/11 4:30-6pm
Hula, 50 Lakeside Ave, Burlington
Transportation provided
Put on your best dancing shoes and your favorite 80s accessories and join us for a scenic and splendid celebration of VCIA's 40 years in the captive industry.
Hula, 50 Lakeside Ave, Burlington
Transportation provided
Put on your best dancing shoes and your favorite 80s accessories and join us for a scenic and splendid celebration of VCIA's 40 years in the captive industry.
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Monday Night LGBTQ+ and Ally Reception
MON 8/11 8-10pm
Hotel Vermont, Van Ness Room
41 Cherry St, Burlington
Included in conference pass but limited space
VCIA is pleased to host our LGBTQIA+ Community members and Allies for an intimate reception in a beautiful space to wrap up the first full conference day.
Hotel Vermont, Van Ness Room
41 Cherry St, Burlington
Included in conference pass but limited space
VCIA is pleased to host our LGBTQIA+ Community members and Allies for an intimate reception in a beautiful space to wrap up the first full conference day.
Captive Owners' Tour:
Beta Technologies
TUE 8/12 9-11:30am
Departs conference lobby at 9am
Limited room + owners only
VCIA captive owners, come tour a U.S. aerospace company developing breakthrough advances in aviation Beta's next-generation aircraft, enabling infrastructure, and training programs for pilots and maintainers, are being purchased and integrated into the networks of some of the top operators across the world.
Departs conference lobby at 9am
Limited room + owners only
VCIA captive owners, come tour a U.S. aerospace company developing breakthrough advances in aviation Beta's next-generation aircraft, enabling infrastructure, and training programs for pilots and maintainers, are being purchased and integrated into the networks of some of the top operators across the world.
Situation Room with Sandy Bigglestone
TUE 8/12 3-4:30pm (industry awards + welcome 3-3:30pm)
Emerald Ballroom
Full Conference Passes Only
A hallmark of the VCIA Conference, this engaging and interactive discussion will be led by Sandy Bigglestone, Deputy Commissioner of Captive Insurance, and a panel of captive insurance experts who will provide an engaging and interactive discussion on important topics impacting the captive insurance industry.
Emerald Ballroom
Full Conference Passes Only
A hallmark of the VCIA Conference, this engaging and interactive discussion will be led by Sandy Bigglestone, Deputy Commissioner of Captive Insurance, and a panel of captive insurance experts who will provide an engaging and interactive discussion on important topics impacting the captive insurance industry.
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Navigating the Current State and Anticipating the Future of Insurance
WED 8/13 2:45-4pm
Emerald Ballroom
Full Conference Passes Only
Insurance industry veterans will share insights on the current landscape of the insurance market exploring key trends, emerging technologies and views on the future that are shaping the industry during this era of unprecedented change. Part of the discussion will focus on ways in which AI can help in the reduction of cost levels of risk.
Emerald Ballroom
Full Conference Passes Only
Insurance industry veterans will share insights on the current landscape of the insurance market exploring key trends, emerging technologies and views on the future that are shaping the industry during this era of unprecedented change. Part of the discussion will focus on ways in which AI can help in the reduction of cost levels of risk.
Closing Reception at Hotel Vermont
WED 8/13 4:30-6pm
Hotel Vermont
41 Cherry St, Burlington
Transportation provided
Join industry colleagues for our closing reception at Burlington’s beautiful boutique hotel near the waterfront – Hotel Vermont. Mingle with friends, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and take in the view. A great way to start your evening and explore the Burlington night life!
Hotel Vermont
41 Cherry St, Burlington
Transportation provided
Join industry colleagues for our closing reception at Burlington’s beautiful boutique hotel near the waterfront – Hotel Vermont. Mingle with friends, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and take in the view. A great way to start your evening and explore the Burlington night life!
