As the most delightful season in Burlington arrives – summer on Lake Champlain – something else comes onto the horizon: VCIA’s Annual Conference, August 11–13th at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Burlington, Vermont. You can register here. 

The significance of reaching this 40-year benchmark cannot be overstated – it represents generations of professionals who have built, shaped, and refined the captive insurance industry into what it is today.

More importantly for today’s risk managers, it comes at a time when the captive insurance market has reached unprecedented heights, with 8,000 captives globally writing $50bn in premiums and showing no signs of slowing down. 

More than 680 insurance leaders and professionals from around the globe have booked their spots at #VCIA2025. Early bird discounts end Monday, June 30^th and VCIA encourages you to secure your pass now at America’s largest captive event. 

A Can’t Miss Event—Especially for Strategic Risk Management Thinkers 

Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran, this must-attend event offers cutting-edge education, powerful networking opportunities, and meaningful ways to grow your business. It’s a place to make lasting connections and gain insights that truly make a difference. 

Thoroughly vetted, case study focused 31 expert-led sessions will cover forward-thinking topics such as artificial intelligence, climate risk, mergers and acquisitions, and social inflation – all critical areas where captive strategies are evolving rapidly. Most sessions qualify for CPE, CRE, CLE, and ICCIE credit – but they provide more than just box-checking education.  

The educational content is developed in collaboration with industry experts who understand the day-to-day challenges facing captive insurance professionals and the strategic initiatives that drive long-term success.

With continuing involvement in specialty lines and the creation of diverse portfolios of risk rather than a monoline approach becoming the industry standard, these sessions deliver practical, impactful lessons you can at once implement into your organisation’s risk management strategy. 

In an industry where data and analytics capabilities are key enablers for modern captive operations, and where the captive market is expected to remain robust well beyond 2025, risk managers who skip this gathering risk falling behind their more proactive peers.

The captive insurance industry isn’t just growing—it’s evolving rapidly, with new applications in ESG initiatives, artificial intelligence integration, and sophisticated risk management strategies becoming standard practice. You will find all the leading practitioners at VCIA. 

VCIA: An Accessible and Innovative Captive Community for All 

Want to meet the future of captive insurance? You will at VCIA, with 75 industry exhibitors, leading experts, members of the Vermont regulatory team, and fellow executives from across the captive insurance community.  

The VCIA’s 40th conference anniversary recognizes the tremendous growth and evolution of both VCIA and the captive insurance industry over the past four decades, acknowledging the pioneers who built the foundation we stand on today while looking ahead to the innovations and opportunities that will define the next 40 years. 

This will be celebrated throughout the event but will be brought to the forefront at the special Anniversary Gala, along with a Hotel Vermont off-site party and exhibitor reception.

These special events provide additional opportunities for networking, relationship building, and celebrating the remarkable achievements of the captive insurance community.

VCIA would be remiss not to mention the closing educational session, moderated by Captive Intelligence’s very own Richard Cutcher and featuring a top leader from Aon, CEO of Global Regions and North America, Lori Goltermann in “Navigating the Current State and Anticipating the Future of Insurance.” 

Vermont’s unique position as the leading captive domicile in the United States brings an unparalleled level of expertise, regulatory insight, and industry knowledge to this gathering.

The state’s progressive approach to captive regulation, combined with its business-friendly environment, creates the perfect backdrop for meaningful industry discussions and relationship building that can transform your organisation’s risk management strategy. 

Solid ROI and Smart Actionable Ideas for You to Take Home  

The investment in attending this conference pays dividends that extend far beyond the couple of days in Burlington.

The knowledge gained, relationships forged, and insights developed create lasting value that influences business decisions, career trajectories, and industry advancement for months and years to come.

With 8,000 captives globally and $50bn in premiums at stake, the connections and insights you’ll gain here aren’t just valuable – they’re essential for staying competitive in tomorrow’s risk management landscape. 

Grab your calendars, because VCIA is making this event like no other.

The combination of milestone celebration, prescient education, unparalleled networking opportunities, and the unique Vermont setting creates an experience that transcends the typical industry conference.

For risk managers serious about their careers and their organisations’ success, this 40th anniversary celebration represents not just an opportunity – but a strategic imperative.