Leading the way in industry advancement and education, DDA Forensics (DDA) is a Silver sponsor at the annual Windstorm Insurance Network (WIND) Conference held on Jan. 25-28 at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas. DDA Forensics specializes in property damage causation assessments, forensic engineering, building consulting, and expert witness services. Stop by our booth #407 to learn more or schedule a meeting onsite by contacting Jamey Bennett, Director of Business Development, at Jamey@DDAForensics.com.
WIND is a leading three-day conference that provides breakout sessions, panel discussions, training, certifications, professional development, and networking opportunities for the property insurance claims industry. Attendees include adjusters, umpires, appraisers, attorneys, engineers, building consultants, contractors, and restoration professionals.
“Networking and top-tier collaboration is essential in our industry to continually provide the best service and advocacy,” says Jonathon Diego, Managing Partner, DDA Forensics.
The conference kicks off on Jan. 25 with registration and an opening president’s reception from 6-7:30 p.m. Day 1 on Jan. 26 includes Xactimate classes, a networking event and an evening welcome reception from 6-8 p.m. Day 2 on Jan. 27 include appraiser and umpire certification courses, breakout sessions spanning a variety of topics including wind and hail damage, policy disputes, and claim processing updates. Keynote speaker Raymont Harris, an elite mindset and performance entrepreneur, professional speaker, coach, and consultant, will share growth, flexibility, effective leadership and communication strategies from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Harris is a former NFL player by way of Ohio State University, and has impacted the lives of countless people through his passion and dedication. The evening closes with a ‘Texas State Fair’ themed reception from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Day 3 on Jan. 28 includes sessions on arbitration, litigation, mediation, building envelope inspections, cosmetic roof damage exclusion endorsement updates, flood claim denials, the latest FEMA rules, impact of AI on claims, and insurance regulations. Chip Merlin, founder of Merlin Law Group, and Steven Badger, founder of Zelle LLP, will lead an interactive discussion from 4:15-6 p.m. on current issues that arise in property damage claims, followed by a live Q&A. The 3-day event closes with a ‘Denim & Diamonds Casino Night’ networking event from 7-10 p.m. See the full conference agenda.
About DDA Forensics
DDA Forensics provides forensic engineering, building consulting and expert witness services for attorneys and insurance carriers throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Texas. We specialize in evaluating and determining the cause of property damage and failures for residential and commercial structures. With over 20 years of experience, the most advanced education, certifications and technologies, we provide objective and accurate forensic investigations that yield clear, concise, conclusive results. Learn more at www.DDAForensics.com.
About the Windstorm Insurance Network
The Windstorm Insurance Network, Inc. is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization dedicated to providing education, training, and promoting a cooperative dialogue among professionals concerned with property and windstorm insurance claims issues. The Windstorm Insurance Network promotes awareness of property and windstorm insurance claims issues through the application of educational initiatives, shared member resources, and technology designed to support and improve the professional delivery of property and windstorm-related insurance claims services. To learn more, visit https://windnetwork.com/.
