Inside the National Hurricane Center: Advanced Forecasting, Better Preparedness

June 10, 2026

Wednesday 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. ET

For insurance professionals, hurricane season is never just a weather event – it's a test of preparation, knowledge and client trust. Join Jamie Rhome, Deputy Director of the National Hurricane Center (NHC), for a deep dive into the 2026 season outlook and what's new from the NHC for 2026. He'll provide an in-depth look at the latest forecasting technology and AI tools, insight into how the NHC assesses wind and storm surge hazards, and practical strategies to help your clients mitigate risk.

This program is presented as part of the Travelers Institute’s disaster preparedness initiative, which works to raise awareness about the risks posed by natural disasters and how communities and businesses can respond and recover, as well as the Risk. Regulation. Resilience. Responsibility. initiative, addressing the affordability and accessibility of P&C insurance.

Speaker

Jamie Rhome
Deputy Director, National Hurricane Center

Host

Joan Woodward headshot
Joan Woodward
President, Travelers Institute; Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Travelers

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