Last Call: Join Us at the 41st Annual Meeting

The 41st Annual Meeting is almost here — and we’d love to see you in the room. Join us on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at The Metropolitan Club, Willis Tower for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, expert insights, and the connections that matter most to the Illinois surplus lines community.

With Keynote Speaker

Grace leads the development of AI-driven solutions for the excess and surplus lines insurance market. With deep expertise at the intersection of emerging technology and specialty insurance, her keynote will offer practical, forward-looking insights on how AI is reshaping risk assessment, portfolio evaluation, and claims handling in the E&S segment.

Congratulations to Our 2026 Scholarship Recipient

We are pleased to announce that Mitchel McAnally is the recipient of the 2026 Donald D. Mauger and SLAI Board of Directors Scholarship.

The Surplus Line Association of Illinois was honored to celebrate Mitchel at the Katie School of Insurance and Risk Management Scholarship Awards Dinner at Illinois State University. This scholarship reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the next generation of insurance professionals and investing in the future of the surplus lines industry.

Congratulations, Mitchel — we look forward to seeing what the future holds. 

Stay Protected & Stay Connected

The National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) is warning of an active phishing scam targeting agents, applicants, and administrators. Fraudulent emails about past due invoices are circulating  and they may appear to come from @nipr.com, @naic.org, or @stripe. 

If you receive a suspicious invoice email claiming to be from NIPR, do not open attachments, click any links, or submit payment. When in doubt, go directly to NIPR's website to verify any outstanding balances.

Learn More

While you're there, if your firm has had recent staffing changes or you've updated your email or title, take a moment to review your NIPR and SLAI contact details. Having the right information on file ensures you receive ADRS reminders, stamping fee invoices, and your annual tax statement without delays.

Upcoming Dates and Events to Remember 

⇒ May 20

Surplus Line Association of Illinois 41st Annual Meeting | Chicago, IL 

⇒ June 14-17 

2026 WSIA Excess and Surplus Lines | Chicago, IL

⇒ June 14-17 

2026 WSIA Marcus Payne Advanced E&S | Chicago, IL

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