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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CLAIMS PROFESSIONALS
PALISADES, NY · EIN 363017955 · Form 990 · FY2025 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · iaclpro.org
revenue
$1.1M
expenses
$1.0M
net assets
$535K
employees
0
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

EDUCATE MEMBERS ON THE CURRENT TRENDS AND ISSUES OF THE INSURANCE CLAIM INDUSTRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional association for claims professionals in the insurance and reinsurance industry, founded in 1970 to promote knowledge sharing and professionalism. The organization hosts annual and regional conferences in North America and Europe featuring expert speakers on emerging risks, claims trends, technology, and leadership. It serves members through education, networking, and recognition programs, with a focus on global industry issues including climate risk, cyber threats, and regulatory change.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Conference
Flagship event featuring expert speakers on claims trends, risk management, and industry innovation, held in rotating U.S. locations with networking and leadership recognition components
European Conference
Regional conference focused on global risks, reinsurance, and European market dynamics, held annually in various European cities
Future Leaders Award
Recognition program for emerging claims professionals, including nomination by members, board selection, and an expense-paid trip to the Annual Conference
New York Conference
Specialized conference addressing U.S. regulatory, legal, and claims management issues, held at The University Club in NYC
Vince Donohue Award
Prestigious honor recognizing outstanding contributions to the claims profession, presented annually at the conference
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Insurance & Risk Management Professional Development 2 activities
    • Operates a professional membership program with governance oversight
      Manages a membership program for insurance, reinsurance, and claims management companies that requires sponsorship and board approval, fostering a professional network of senior claims leaders globally.
    • Provides educational resources and knowledge-sharing forums for claims professionals
      Offers ongoing education through regional seminars, a 50-state legal survey on coverage position letters, and publishes articles and primers on key industry topics such as cyber risk, reservation of rights, and emerging medical issues like CTE. These resources are designed to enhance professional knowledge and support informed decision-making.
  • University-Specific Endowment and Program Funding 1 activity
    • Funds education initiatives in the insurance field
      Funded the College of Insurance in 1976 to support professional education and workforce development in the insurance sector.
  • Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
    • Hosts annual and regional conferences for claims professionals
      Organizes annual Signature Conferences, regional conferences including a European Conference and a New York Conference, and past events dating back to 2005, providing forums for members to address industry challenges and emerging claims issues. Events include networking activities such as a Sunday Golf Match and have been held in locations including Orlando, NYC, Zurich, and Laguna Niguel.
  • Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
    • Maintains digital platforms for member access and organizational communication
      Provides members with access to organizational documents through an online document library and launched a website in 2004 to serve as an informational hub, improving communication and operational efficiency.
  • Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
    • Organizes charitable activities in conjunction with conferences
      Coordinates group charity give-back events during annual conferences, including partnerships with organizations like Impact4Good, as part of its conference programming.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Publishes a newsletter for member engagement and information sharing
      Launched and continues to publish Declarations, a newsletter first issued in 1972 to inform members about association activities and issues relevant to claims professionals.
  • Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
    • Recognizes industry contributions through awards programs
      Administers the Vince Donohue Award to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the Excess and Surplus Industry and the IACP, and the Future Leaders Award to recognize emerging leaders in the claims profession, selected by members and approved by the Board of Directors.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Conducts research and surveys on industry practices
      Conducted a survey of attendees at the 2025 Annual Conference to gather insights on industry trends and member perspectives.
financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$1.10M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$943K86%
Investment income$12K1%
Other revenue$147K
expenses
Total expenses$1.03M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$762K
Cash$410K
Investments$215K
Liabilities$227K
Net assets$535K
Liquid reserves7.3 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +5.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • BEN WATHEN — DIRECTOR
  • BETH DIAMOND — DIRECTOR
  • CATHERINE A KALAYDJIAN — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES SHORT — DIRECTOR
  • KYLIE TOMAS — DIRECTOR
  • MATTHIAS MEYER — ASSOCIATE DI
  • NEIHA CHOHAN — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICE WILLIAMS — DIRECTOR
  • SCOTT TRUSS — DIRECTOR
  • SHEEL SAWHNEY — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 17

Who they work with

  • Association of Defense Trial Attorneys Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • BatesCarey LLP Partner — Collaborates with IACP to produce legal content including a 50-state survey on coverage position letters and articles on emerging insurance issues.
  • British Insurance Law Association Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • Carr Maloney P.C. Partner — Authors contributing content for IACP on topics such as independent counsel use under reservation of rights.
  • College of Insurance Funder — Funded the College of Insurance in 1976 to promote education in the insurance field.
  • Defense Research Institute Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • Federation of Insurance & Corporate Counsel Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • IACP Board of Directors Partner — Approves all membership applications and selects individuals for Adjunct and Associate Membership.
  • IACP Diamond Sponsors Partner — Underwrites the Future Leaders Award, covering the cost of the recipient's trip to the Annual Conference.
  • Impact4Good Partner — Partnered with Impact4Good for a charity give back activity during the 2025 Annual Conference.
  • International Association of Defense Counsel Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • National Association of Independent Adjusters Partner — Established mutually advantageous relationships to support claims professionals amid increasing complexity in losses.
  • SLS Barcelona Partner — Host venue for the 2027 European Conference.
  • SwissRe Partner — Co-author of IACP-published article on developments in CTE diagnosis and implications for insurance.
  • The Gallery Golf Club at Dove Mountain Partner — Host venue for the Sunday Golf Match between US and International Teams.
  • The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Partner — Host venue for the Signature Conference and Annual Meeting.
  • The University Club Partner — Host venue for the 2027 New York Conference.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Leadership Recognition via Peer Nomination
    methodology: leadership_recognition_through_peer_nomination
    By recognizing emerging leaders through peer nomination and board approval, the organization strengthens professional identity and mission alignment, because peer-validated recognition reinforces cultural norms and inspires broader engagement in the profession.
  • Peer Learning Network
    methodology: peer-learning_network
    By facilitating open exchange among senior claims leaders, the organization improves professional development and leadership capacity, because peer dialogue fosters deeper learning and stronger cross-industry relationships than top-down training alone.
  • Professional Development Through Industry Education
    methodology: professional-education
    By educating members on current trends and legal developments, the organization enhances professional competence and effectiveness, because staying informed on evolving risks and regulations enables better claims decision-making and service quality.