Reverse mentorship reloaded: Learning across generations to drive change in insurance
Think mentorship only flows one way? Think again.
Join us for a dynamic webinar where junior and senior women professionals flip the script and unlock the power of reverse mentorship. Discover how this innovative model is breaking down silos, challenging outdated norms, and driving fresh thinking across the insurance industry. From navigating new tech to reimagining leadership, this conversation will leave you rethinking what it means to lead, learn, and grow—at any stage of your career.
- Explore how reverse mentorship is reshaping traditional power dynamics and creating space for bold, two-way learning across generations
- Hear firsthand from women in insurance who have transformed their thinking through reverse mentorship
- Learn how to structure reverse mentorship programs that spark innovation, inclusion, and create measurable business value n
- Discover how generational collaboration can help you stay ahead of industry shifts—from technology and talent to evolving client expectations
- Structuring effective two-way mentorship programs within insurance organizations
Meet the Speakers
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Merial Brown
Director, Operations | Berkley Select
Merial Brown is the Director of Operations at Berkley Select where she manages a team of remote/hybrid employees while leading key projects, enterprise partnership and metric development initiatives. She is also our company’s innovation coordinator, working with different departments to assist with the project management of Berkley Select’s many modernization and efficiency projects.
Ally Cox
Managing Director | The Hartford
Ally Cox is a seasoned insurance professional with over a decade of progressive experience spanning underwriting, sales leadership, and strategic business development. Currently a Managing Director, Ally has steadily advanced through leadership roles, including Regional Director of Sales & Underwriting, where she led a high-performing team overseeing $100M+ in written premium and spearheaded key cross-functional initiatives.
Nicole Hackney
Team Leader, Business Operations | Farm Mutual Re
Nicole Hackney, CIP, ICP, is a collaborative insurance leader with over 14 years of experience in underwriting, operations, training, and strategic leadership within the mutual insurance industry. She currently serves in dual roles at Farm Mutual Re as Team Leader, Business Operations, and Executive Support Coordinator, where she drives operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and executive-level strategic initiatives.
Sarah Stadler
Commercial Lines Underwriting Supervisor | SECURA Insurance
Sarah Stadler (Fechter), CPCU, AIM, AU, AU‑M, AINS, is a dedicated insurance professional with over a decade of experience in commercial lines underwriting. Currently serving as a Commercial Lines Underwriting Supervisor at SECURA Insurance, Sarah is recognized for her technical expertise, leadership acumen, and passion for mentoring the next generation of industry talent.
Susan Froman
Strategic Growth Officer | Bridge Specialty Group | Moderator
With over 27 years of experience in the insurance industry, Susan is a seasoned leader in commercial insurance, business development, and strategic growth. Currently serving as Strategic Growth Officer at Bridge Specialty Group, she brings a passion for big-picture thinking and collaborative strategy to one of the industry’s most dynamic wholesale brokerage platforms.
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