Wednesdays with Woodward® Webinar Series
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.
Upcoming webinars
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Forces at Work Symposium at the New York Stock Exchange
April 7, 2025
10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET
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From labor market fluctuations to shifting employee expectations, today’s workforce is evolving at an unprecedented pace. In this special extended webinar, we’re broadcasting live from the New York Stock Exchange to explore the challenges and opportunities brought on by these changes.
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Enhancing Cybersecurity Through Strategic Partnerships
April 30, 2025
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. ET
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Pete Herron and Madhu Tadikonda of Travelers will talk about the company’s acquisition of Corvus, an industry-leading cyber insurance managing general underwriter, and what this partnership means for Travelers agents, brokers and insureds.
Recent webinars
How Did You Sleep Last Night? Understanding the Fascinating Science of Sleep
March 19, 2025
Dr. Matt Walker, Professor of Neuroscience at UC Berkeley, joined us for an eye-opening look at how the power of sleep can enhance our learning, productivity, mood and energy levels. He also explained how sleep impacts health, aging and lifespan.
Unlocking Your Potential: Lessons in Leadership and Influence
March 12, 2025
What is influence and how do we build more of it? Those are the questions behind Laura Cox Kaplan’s weekly podcast, She Said/She Said. Laura joined us to share career and leadership lessons learned from the hundreds of leaders she’s interviewed.
Live from Claim University: Behind the Scenes at Travelers’ Flagship Educational Hub
February 26, 2025
In this webinar, we got an exclusive tour of Travelers’ 200,000-square-foot Claim University. We saw where our Claim employees gain hands-on experience with property, auto, heavy equipment damage, medical and liability scenarios and explored the immersive learning labs.
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