About the Program

Gain a solid understanding of how excess and surplus lines insurance works in the marketplace in this introductory program. E&S participants analyze and discuss real world issues and leave with a foundational understanding of the dynamics and relationships between surplus lines brokers and carriers. Surplus lines industry executives are the primary instructors. Attendees participate in a variety of self-directed learning settings such as study groups, panels and informal networking sessions. The school’s curriculum is reviewed annually to keep pace with emerging technology and the changing nature of the industry.

Who Should Attend

The Excess & Surplus Lines program is designed for insurance professionals with less than five years of experience in the surplus lines industry. The program is also an excellent introduction to the surplus lines industry for new employees or even veteran insurance professionals who are just new to surplus lines. Persons with more than five years of surplus lines experience are encouraged to attend the Marcus Payne Advanced program which is offered each fall.

Registration and Fees

• Registration opens on March 1.
• Registration is $1,400 per person. The registration deadline is May 4.
• If you would like to be notified when registration opens for the 2022 program, please complete the waitlist form.
• Contact Lindsay Holland, lindsay@wsia.org, with any questions.