2023 IIABSC Convention Broadcast

Monday, November 6

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Business Session: Annual Business Meeting,  Tonya Thomason,  IIABSC Chair, INSURPAC Updates, IIABSC Foundation Updates, IIABA National Updates, Mike McBride, IIABA Chairman

9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Interviews with Diane Cooper, SC Dept Ins Deputy Director; Megan Huebner, IIABSC VP of Development; Russ Dubisky, SC Insurance Association Executive Director

9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Industry Updates

Keynote: “Crucible of Crisis: Resilience in the Face of Adversity” Keynote Speaker: Kris Paranto

Kris Paronto is a former Army Ranger from the 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor. Kris was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the U.S. Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya on September 11, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists for over 13 hours. His story is told in the book 13 Hours, and in the major motion picture of the same name. On stage, he shares the unforgettable story of the brave men who fought back during the Battle of Benghazi and risked their life for the greater good of the world, along with key takeaways on leadership and teamwork that can be applied in any environment. In his latest book, The Patriot’s Creed: Inspiration and Advice for Living a Heroic Life (October 2019), Kris reveals the values and creed shared by special forces for self-improvement and living a purposeful life.