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.
Upcoming webinars
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Real Estate Market Outlook with National Association of Realtors® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun
January 21, 2026
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
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What’s the latest in the real estate market and what does it mean for the broader economy? National Association of Realtors® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun joins us to discuss the state of the residential and commercial markets and what that means for buyers, sellers, renters, investors and the insurance industry.
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Leadership Growth: From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
February 11, 2026
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
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How do leaders position themselves for C-suite success while building resilient organizations? Byron Loflin joins us to discuss leading effectively through uncertainty, provide best practices for building high-impact leadership teams and explore succession planning strategies that work for organizations of any size.
Recent webinars
Economic Outlook with U.S. Chamber of Commerce Chief Economist
January 7, 2026
Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joined us to discuss the headwinds and tailwinds facing the U.S. economy, including inflation, interest rates and the labor market. He examined the impact of new tax law on businesses and reported on the current legislative outlook.
Live from Travelers’ Risk Control Lab: Bringing Science to Insurance Risk
December 10, 2025
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.
Beyond Benefits: Building Personalized Mental Health Support at Work
November 19, 2025
Mental health challenges affect millions of American adults, costing over $210 billion annually in direct treatment costs. Employers face additional losses from reduced productivity, absenteeism and turnover. In this webinar, speakers discussed how employers can proactively improve mental well-being with personalized care strategies.
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