Mentorship Matters
Todd Holt, M.Ed, AIC-M, CCP, PCP, WRP; Deputy Executive Director, Texas State Office of Risk Management
July 16, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 400,000 employees are expected to retire from the insurance industry workforce within the next few years. Experienced professionals will leave taking their vast knowledge with them. The need to recruit, train and retain new talent is a growing concern. One approach in development of fresh talent is through comprehensive mentorship programs. This webinar will discuss the characteristics of an effective mentor/mentee relationship and why mentorship matters in facilitating knowledge transfer.
Attendee Takeaways:
1. Mentors and mentees should create a relationship that is mutually beneficial
2. Both mentor and mentee should appreciate the “beauty in the flaws”
3. Mentors and mentees are on a shared journey. Enjoy the ride!
4. Focus not on what you DON’T have, but rather what you DO have
Presenter
Todd Holt, M.Ed, AIC-M, CCP, PCP, WRP; Deputy Executive Director, Texas State Office of Risk Management
Todd currently serves as the deputy executive director for the Texas State Office of Risk Management. He holds a master’s degree from Texas Tech University and several professional designations. Todd has served in multiple executive-level positions with various organizations responsible for risk and claims operations. With 37 years in the insurance industry, he has extensive experience in workers’ compensation, auto, property and professionally liability claims. A passionate teacher, he has developed and delivered training on risk, claims and leadership topics.
In addition to training, he delivered the keynote address at a conference on mentorship. His greatest accomplishment is serving in the role of mentor to many professionals, five of which were promoted to executive-level leadership positions. He encourages everyone to seek out a mentor who will share their industry knowledge, passing along life lessons to the next generations.
