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The team behind PropertyCasualty360.com is excited to announce that just over a dozen insurance professionals were nominated by their peers as Future Claims Leaders to be recognized and honored during the 2026 Complex Claims & Litigation Forum happening March 9-11 in Las Vegas.
Earlier this year, we asked readers to identify rising claims professionals who are making a positive impact on the industry.
Based on those nominations, the following individuals have been named PropertyCasualty360's 2026 Future Claims Leaders:
- Matt Browning, Crawford & Company
- Patrick Carty, ERIE Insurance
- Anna Dawson, Canal Insurance Company
- Stacy Desilets, Farmers Insurance Exchanges
- Malika Heebner, Kinetic Insurance
- Christa Johnson, Gallagher Bassett
- Molly Micheal, Acuity
- Kevin Poessy, Pro Claims Consultants
- Larkin Shull Rau, Broadspire
- Arvind Sontha, Kyber
- Michael Sutton, Sedgwick
- Samantha Villanueva, Sedgwick
- Mark Vinson, insuranceclaim123.com
Why they were nominated
One submitter wrote that his nominee, "has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to mastering his craft and building the skills necessary for long-term success in the claims profession. He actively seeks opportunities to learn and grow, asks thoughtful and insightful questions, and regularly solicits feedback—which he then incorporates into his work in meaningful ways.
Another was described as combining "product leadership, operational rigor, and client advocacy to elevate our claims organization… Her programs deliver documented impact on claim outcomes and employer productivity."
And a third was characterized as having "technical expertise, and distinctive leadership style shaped by a rare blend of empathy, problem-solving, and a 'people first' mentality," adding that the honoree, "reflects the evolution of the claims profession itself: a space where leadership is defined not only by expertise, but by empathy, adaptability, and the ability to deliver better outcomes for everyone involved."
Honorees who choose to attend the Complex Claims & Litigation Forum receive complimentary registration and will be recognized during the event.
The Complex Claims & Litigation Forum is the only event designed exclusively for the complex claims industry! It's where insurance leaders, claims innovators, and legal experts come together to tackle today's challenges and provide strategies for tomorrow's emerging issues. Follow this link to learn more about the event and make plans to attend!
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