TSLA 2016 Mid-Year Meeting

"Texas Hail Claims -- What The Hail Is Going On?"
Steve Badger, Attorney at Law, Zelle, LLP
The Texas property insurance industry is under attack. Hundreds of lawsuits are being filed each week involving alleged underpayment of hail damage claims. This session will explore the reasons behind the dramatic increase in hail lawsuit filings and provide an update on industry efforts to address fraud and other abuses which have become commonplace in these claims. Strategies for responding to the adjustment and coverage issues commonly arising in these claims will also be discussed, as well as underwriting solutions and policy form changes being adopted by many carriers.

"Insurance for the onDemand Economy"
Michael Fitzgibbon, Vice President & Chief Underwriting Officer, Slice Labs, Inc.
The onDemand Economy is here, and it's here to stay. The insurance industry has struggled to respond. This talk will explain and simplify the onDemand economy, discussing its insurance needs and analyzing how those needs are not currently served by the insurance industry. It's important for all of us to meet the ever changing needs of the folks who buy from us. Solutions will be offered, including how the traditional insurance industry can partner with Insurtech firms to deliver those solutions without the friction that normally accompanies surplus lines transactions and directly to consumers. Independent Agents in particular have an opportunity to lead the industry in consumer interface. The talk will conclude with a Q&A session.

"The NAPSLO Team"
Gil Hine, President, NAPSLO
Behind the scenes of a very successful national association are a dedicated group of professionals who work tirelessly to make it happen. Many of us never have a chance to meet them much less know who these people are. Here is the team, who they are and what they do.

"Government Relations - Adding Value to Your Business"
Keith Strama, Partner, Beatty, Bangle & Strama
Any Government Relations efforts require two critical components - the knowledge of how the process works (Keith Strama and BBS Firm) and the subject expertise of a particular area (TSLA and its member companies). Both components are critically dependent upon one another and are necessary for success.

It breaks down simply to the "what" and the "how" - you as the client provide the "what" and I and my team provide the "how."

"The Past, The Present and Most Importantly the Future"
Marshall Turner, President, Maxum Specialty Insurance Group
A discussion on the current state of the market, including a look back to what the market looked like when TSLA began in 1956 as well as a look into the future.

Association updates will be provided by:
Ed Levy, Incoming-President, AAMGA
Brady Kelley, Executive Director, NAPSLO

Times & Events:

(times are subject to change without notice)

REGISTRATION FEES:
Discount fees are available if you register by May 16th.

Please note we are continuing to use the registration form where you will be able to pay by credit card (if you wish) and it will be processed automatically when you register.
If you wish to add your spouse, please click on guest to handle. If you are playing in the golf tournament, please be sure to answer the question about your golf handicap. You may register online at www.tsla.org or you may print the form and send to TSLA by email at jptsla@tsla.org. In order to qualify for the discount your form must be in the TSLA office by May 16th!

REGISTRATION FEE POLICY: No single event registrations will be sold during pre-registration or once you arrive at the resort. All participants in the 2016 Mid-Year Meeting must be fully registered.

PAYMENT OF REGISTRATION FEES: You may pay your registration, group activity and golf fees by check or credit card. All checks should be made payable to TSLA. TSLA accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express. Please be sure to complete all sections of the registration form that pertain to your registration to ensure you are registered correctly. If you are not ready to decide about group activities right now, there is a separate registration link on our website, so you may handle at a later time.

ROOM RATES: Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is sold out of our room block! Contact Jean at jptsla@tsla.org if you want to be added to the wait list. In the meantime, there is a list of other hotels in the area on the TSLA website at www.tsla.org.

RESORT CANCELLATION POLICY: In case of cancellation, a notice of cancellation must be received by the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara thirty (30) days prior to arrival for the deposit to be refunded. In the event such notice is not received within the time limit stated, the resort reserves the right to charge one night's room and tax, and is non-refundable. Nights cancelled due to early departure are non-refundable.

DEADLINES:
- TSLA registration forms with early discount are due by May 16th.
- All TSLA registration forms are due by June 17th.
- Group activity & golf registration forms are due by June 17th.

TSLA CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: There are no refunds of registration fees, golf or group activity fees after June 24th.

BABYSITTING: Please contact the concierge at the resort for babysitting arrangements. Please allow at least 72 hours to make arrangements.

RESORT INFORMATION: Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara offers a spa, fitness center, pool, tennis courts, putting green, croquet and bikes. As a hotel guest, you have access to the Coral Casino Beach & Cabana Club, which has a 50-meter swimming pool and fitness room. The hotel has the Bella Vista restaurant open for breakfast, lunch & dinner and the Ty lounge, as well in-room dining. The Coral Casino has the Tydes restaurant and Coral Cafe for lunch and dinner.

TRANSPORTATION: You can reach Santa Barbara by flying into the Los Angeles International airport or the Santa Barbara airport. LAX is approximately 2 hours from the resort and the Santa Barbara airport is 20 minutes from the hotel. TSLA's preferred travel agent, Cindy McCoy at Gulliver's Travel can assist you with all your travel needs, including pre & post vacation plans. You may reach Cindy at (800) 796-7766 or by email at cindy@gullivers.com. There is a Hertz link on the TSLA website for your car rental needs. All major airlines fly into LAX and most, but not all will fly into Santa Barbara or you may catch a plane out of LAX to Santa Barbara. Beginning June 2, 2016, American Airlines will offer direct service into Santa Barbara airport from DFW.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: Your golf coordinator is Paul Rainey. The golf tournament will be held on Monday, July 18th at the Sandpiper Golf Club located about 20 minutes from the hotel. The tournament will be a SHOTGUN start at 1:30 p.m. Fees to play golf are $205 per person, which includes your box lunch, green fees, practice balls and cart. Please be sure to register for golf using the registration form online at www.tsla.org. Golf fees may be paid by check or credit card. Please note that if you want to rent clubs you must indicate that on your registration form and pay in advance. Golf club rentals are $80 per set which includes two sleeves of Titleist golf balls (A $20 value). Please be sure to indicate your handicap or average. Teams will be assigned at a later time. If you would like to play with someone, please email Jean at jptsla@tsla.org to provide names and we will try to accommodate your request. Foursome requests must be received by no later than June 1st in order to accommodate. Additional tee times are not being booked this year. If you want to play at the other courses in the area, please contact the concierge at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara or go to their website for a list of other golf courses in the area. No refunds of golf registration fees after June 24th. Golf awards will be presented at the Tuesday night banquet. You are own your own for transportation to the golf course.

SPOUSE EVENT: Join us for the Apothecary Grapeseed Bar where you will have the opportunity of creating your own bath and body products utilizing organic grapeseed products with a variety of scents to customize your own unique scent. You may blend your own unique perfume, cologne or bath and body lotions. This event is designed for all spouses. Your hosts this year are Brenda Fabors and Rob Cheshier. The spouse event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Monday, July 18th. Light breakfast will be served.

There will be giveaways, including $100 cash and a $50 American Express gift card, just to name a few! Please provide an email for your spouse on the registration form, so they may be contacted directly. This is listed as a group activity event, though there is no additional cost, but please click the link to register so I know your spouse is attending.

GROUP ACTIVITIES: Optional group activities have been scheduled for both Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Please see the online registration form for more details and pricing or the group activity information on our website. Please be sure to register for the group activities that you want to participate in using the online form at www.tsla.org. If you do not wish to decide when you register about group activities, you may use the separate group activity registration later to handle. You will be notified by June 1st if a minimum was not met for an activity and the activity has been cancelled. No refunds after June 24th! Please email Jean the names of participants at jptsla@tsla.org if you register for group activities for more than yourself or use the add participant on the registration form to list additional attendees.

KID'S FOR ALL SEASONS: Complimentary onsite children's program for children ages 5-12*. The program is offered 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can register for full or 1/2 day. Please call the concierge in advance to reserve a space for your child(ren), as they could be booked by the time you arrive. *The only cost you may incur is lunch that will be charged to your hotel room.

CHILDREN'S PARTIES: A party will be held each evening for children, ages 5-12, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. In order to hold costs down dinner will not be provided. Please be sure to register online. Ten (10) children must register in order to host the parties. Ample notice will be provided if these events are cancelled.

SPA: Experience the Four Seasons Spa. Open each day and offers massages, hydrotherapy, facials, hand & foot treatments & salon services. Please call (805) 565-8250 in advance to make a reservation as they may be sold out by the time you arrive.

CONCIERGE: The resort has a concierge desk located in the main lobby. They can assist you with dinner reservations, local activities, transportation, etc.

TEMPERATURE: The high in the summer will be between the low 70's for the daytime. The evening temperature will be in the mid 50's. Santa Barbara can get cool in the evenings during the summer.

TEXANS UNDER 40: Please plan to participate in the private reception for the TUF group on Sunday, July 17th at 6:30 p.m.

DRESS: The dress for the entire conference will be casual (including speakers & guests). We encourage khaki slacks, shorts, polo type shirts and sundresses. Please note, the opening reception on Sunday evening will be held outside, as well as the closing reception on Tuesday evening.

CLOSING DINNER: A buffet dinner will be held inside the La Pacifica ballroom located across the street at the Coral Casino. Golf awards will be presented.

CHECK IN/CHECK OUT: Check in time is 4 p.m. and check out time is 12 noon. Luggage may be stored, if needed.

PARKING: Valet parking is provided at $31 per day, which is a reduced rate per our contract, so please make sure you are charged the correct amount upon checkout. Also, there is complimentary self-parking behind the hotel on a first come/first serve basis.

EXTRA EVENTS: If you plan to host an event during the TSLA conference, please be sure that your event does not conflict with any TSLA sponsored event. Four Seasons The Biltmore Santa Barbara concierge would be happy to assist you scheduling any off-site dinners.

SPONSORSHIPS: Sponsorships are available for purchase for this conference. All sponsors will be recognized at the opening of our speakers program on Monday, July 18th. Please contact Jean @ (512) 343-9058 if you need information regarding sponsorships available for purchase.

TSLA BUSINESS MEETING: The TSLA Business Meeting will be held on Tuesday morning, July 19th. The business meeting is open to all members and non-members.

SANTA BARBARA INFORMATION: There is a lot to see & do in Santa Barbara. Be sure to check out the link from our website, www.tsla.org to the local Visitors bureau website for detailed information. Santa Barbara offers hiking, biking, fishing, gliders, horseback riding, jeep tours, parasailing, whale watching, and visits to the wine country to name just a few things to see & do. There is an abundance of shopping and many, many restaurants. The Four Seasons concierge can assist you with dining recommendations and reservations. A link is also on our website of recommended restaurants in the area.