Wednesdays with Woodward^® Webinar Series

Joan Woodward and Sean Ramalho on a Zoom call

Candid conversations with today’s leading experts

This webinar series, hosted by Travelers Institute President Joan Woodward, convenes thought leaders from across industry and government weighing in on today’s biggest challenges. These candid conversations, hosted Wednesdays at 1 p.m. ET, explore pressing topics at the intersection of insurance, business, and public policy. Programs offer insights and practical advice for both businesses and individuals in today’s world of rapidly evolving risks and opportunities.

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Upcoming webinars

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Economic Outlook with U.S. Chamber of Commerce Chief Economist

January 7, 2026
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
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Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joins us to discuss the headwinds and tailwinds facing the U.S. economy, including inflation, interest rates and the labor market. He will examine the impact of new tax law on businesses and report on the current legislative outlook.

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Real Estate Market Outlook with National Association of Realtors^® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun

January 21, 2026
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
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What’s the latest in the real estate market and what does it mean for the broader economy? National Association of Realtors^® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun joins us to discuss the state of the residential and commercial markets and what that means for buyers, sellers, renters, investors and the insurance industry.

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Live from Travelers’ Risk Control Lab: Bringing Science to Insurance Risk

December 10, 2025

Get a look inside Travelers’ nationally accredited Risk Control Lab, where engineers, scientists and technicians help to uncover the facts behind losses. Go behind the scenes to see how we analyze losses, identify emerging risks and bring science to claim handling.

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Beyond Benefits: Building Personalized Mental Health Support at Work

November 19, 2025

Mental health challenges affect millions of American adults, costing over $210 billion annually in direct treatment costs. Employers face additional losses from reduced productivity, absenteeism and turnover. In this webinar, speakers discussed how employers can proactively improve mental well-being with personalized care strategies.

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The Evolving Property Insurance Landscape: Strategic Response and Agent Participation

November 12, 2025

Travelers experts joined us to examine how the company views evolving property insurance market pressures. Learn how Travelers is using innovative solutions and analytics to better assess customer needs and help them protect their home investment. Also get insights into the critical role agents play in helping customers understand their exposure and make informed decisions.

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