Wednesdays with Woodward^® Webinar Series

Candid conversations with today’s leading experts

This webinar series, hosted by Travelers Institute President Joan Woodward, convenes thought leaders from across industry and government weighing in on today’s biggest challenges. These candid conversations, hosted Wednesdays at 1 p.m. ET, explore pressing topics at the intersection of insurance, business, and public policy. Programs offer insights and practical advice for both businesses and individuals in today’s world of rapidly evolving risks and opportunities.

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Get a look inside Travelers’ nationally accredited Risk Control Lab, where engineers, scientists and technicians help to uncover the facts behind losses. Go behind the scenes to see how we analyze losses, identify emerging risks and bring science to claim handling.

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Upcoming webinars

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A Tale of Two Economies with Marisa DiNatale of Moody’s

July 15, 2026
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. ET
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Geopolitical conflicts are offsetting the tailwinds from fiscal policy, yet AI’s momentum continues to propel the economy forward, despite slower job growth and rising inflation. Consumer sentiment is near an all-time low, while the stock market is near an all-time high. DiNatale will delve into this disparity and share her perspective on what businesses and individuals should be watching in the months ahead.

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Take the Stage: Leadership Confidence That Builds Trust and Connection

June 17, 2026

Pam Sherman joined us for a practical session on showing up with trust and powerful presence at work. Learn to close the believability gap, quiet impostor syndrome and use storytelling to lead with more humanity.

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Inside the National Hurricane Center: Advanced Forecasting, Better Preparedness

June 10, 2026

Jamie Rhome, Deputy Director of the National Hurricane Center (NHC), joined us for an in-depth look at how the 2026 season is shaping up, the latest forecasting tools, how the NHC assesses hazards and practical strategies to help your clients mitigate risk.

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Geopolitics and the Global Risk Landscape

May 27, 2026

The conflict in the Middle East has sent shock waves around the globe. Lt. Gen. (Ret.)  William “Dave” Beydler joined us to share insights on military strategy in Iran and the region. He also weighed in on the current global geopolitical landscape, the changing nature of war today, U.S. alliances and national security challenges.

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