ILS NYC 2026 is the tenth annual insurance-linked securities (ILS) conference organized by Artemis, held on February 6, 2026, in New York City. This flagship event brings together ILS and reinsurance executives, investors, and service providers to discuss forward-thinking topics in the catastrophe bond and broader ILS market.
The conference agenda includes sessions on the current status of the catastrophe bond and private ILS markets, emerging opportunities in catastrophe risk, investor sentiment, and the role of technology in modernizing and transforming market infrastructure. Discussions focus on enhancing the resilience of the ILS industry to support global risk capital needs.
Attendees have the opportunity to network with over 400 industry specialists, including ILS fund managers, institutional investors, and service providers. The event features expert speakers and panel discussions, providing valuable insights into the evolving ILS landscape.
Professionals involved in reinsurance, investment management, and related fields should attend to gain a comprehensive understanding of the ILS market's current trends and future directions, as well as to connect with key industry players.
Speakers(9)
Dr. Raffaele Dell’Amore
Investment Managing Director, Global Head ILS Research at Cambridge Associates
Dr. Raffaele Dell’Amore is the Investment Managing Director and Global Head of ILS Research at Cambridge Associates, overseeing research in insurance-linked securities.
Eveline Takken-Somers
Head of Insurance Linked Investments at PGGM
Eveline Takken-Somers is the Head of Insurance Linked Investments at PGGM, responsible for managing the firm's investments in insurance-linked securities.
Harry White
Head of Commercial Strategy at PCS, Verisk
Harry White is the Head of Commercial Strategy at PCS, Verisk, where he leads initiatives to enhance market solutions in the insurance-linked securities sector.
Jessica Laird
CEO at Nephila Capital
Jessica Laird is the Chief Executive Officer of Nephila Capital, a leading investment manager specializing in insurance-linked securities.
Kathleen Faries
CEO at Artex Capital Solutions
Kathleen Faries serves as the CEO of Artex Capital Solutions, leading the firm's strategic initiatives in the insurance-linked securities sector.
Lorenzo Volpi
Deputy CEO and Managing Partner at Leadenhall Capital Partners LLP
Lorenzo Volpi serves as the Deputy CEO and Managing Partner at Leadenhall Capital Partners LLP, focusing on alternative investment strategies.
Michael Bennett
Global Head Market Solutions & Structured Finance at World Bank
Michael Bennett serves as the Global Head of Market Solutions & Structured Finance at the World Bank, focusing on innovative financial instruments for risk management.
Michael Stahel
Partner/Portfolio Manager at LGT ILS Partners Ltd.
Michael Stahel is a Partner and Portfolio Manager at LGT ILS Partners Ltd., managing investment strategies in the insurance-linked securities market.
Philipp Kusche
Chairman HCMA Europe, Global Co-Head ILS at Howden Capital Markets & Advisory
Philipp Kusche is the Chairman of HCMA Europe and Global Co-Head of ILS at Howden Capital Markets & Advisory, specializing in insurance-linked securities.
Event Details
- Date
- February 6, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York City, United States
- Central Midtown, New York City
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- ILS and reinsurance executives, investors, service providers
- Attendees
- Over 400 attendees from more than 250 organizations