Specializing In
The Art & Science Of Underwriting
The Risk Appraisal Forum was founded as a study group in 1976 by a group of Independent Life Brokerage Agency principals who all specialized in the art and science of impaired risk underwriting. Our mission is to build communication with Home Office Underwriters, Medical Directors and Reinsurers, and to discover advances in medicine and mortality improvements which can be applied within the life insurance underwriting process.
Risk Appraisal Forum Spring 2026: Marina del Rey, CA | April 28th–30th Recap
The Risk Appraisal Forum recently gathered in Marina del Rey for its Spring 2026 meeting, bringing together a long-standing network of agency leaders, underwriters, and industry experts.
Held twice a year, the Forum creates a unique space for meaningful conversations that bridge underwriting, medicine, and real-world insights—each meeting shaped by its host and a fresh lineup of guest speakers.
This session featured an exceptional group of specialists, including Dr. Casey G. Batten, MD, Dr. John David Carmichael, MD, Dr. John Greene, MD, Dr. Eric Klein, MD, and Dr. Clifford Segil, DO.
As always, the meeting delivered strong education, valuable networking, and meaningful connections—making it one everyone looks forward to year after year.
(by invitation only)
Special Thanks To Our Recent Speakers
