National Insurance Leaders to Speak at 2013 Insurance Conference in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwired - Oct 4, 2013) - Plante Moran, one of the nation's largest certified public accounting and business advisory firms, announced the national speakers who will present at the 2013 Ignite Ideas Insurance Conference. This is the 4^th annual insurance industry conference that will be held in Chicago on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013 at the University Club.

The conference focuses on topics relevant to the property, casualty, life, and health arenas as well as industrywide hot topics.

"We know that there's no 'one size fits all' for our clients and friends in the insurance industry, so we've organized the agenda in such a way that attendees can find inspiration throughout the day, whether via the presentations or networking with fellow conference participants," said Jerry Hufton, Plante Moran partner and industry thought leader based in Chicago.

In additional to Plante Moran's experts in investments, organizational change and health care reform, the 2013 Ignite Ideas Conference agenda includes presentations from:

• Connie Jasper Woodroof, NAIC liaison
• Derek Freihaut, Pinnacle Actuarial
• Margaret Milkint, The Jacobson Group
• Kelly Superczynski, AON
• Tana Higman and Gerry Glombicki, Fitch Rating Agency

The one-day conference is offered free of charge, and its content may be eligible for CPE credit. Participants are responsible for travel-related expenses.

For the complete agenda and registration information, please visit: insuranceconf2013.plantemoran.com

About Plante Moran
Plante Moran is among the nation's largest certified public accounting and business advisory firms, providing clients with tax, audit, risk management, financial, technology, business consulting and wealth management services. Plante Moran has a staff of more than 2,000 professionals in 21 offices throughout Michigan, Ohio, and Illinois, with international offices in Shanghai, China; Monterrey, Mexico; and Mumbai, India. Plante Moran has been recognized by a number of organizations, including FORTUNE magazine, as one of the country's best places to work. For more information, visit plantemoran.com.