Agenda

The conference will feature more than 20 educational sessions led by experts representing Fund members, TASB, and credible school risk management entities. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a full slate of networking events, such as the first-time attendee breakfast and the member awards dinner.

Sunday, April 26

3-6 p.m.
Badge Pick-up

4-5 p.m.
First-Time Attendee Orientation

5-7 p.m.
Welcome Networking Reception

Monday, April 27

7:30 a.m-5:30 p.m.
Badge Pick-up

7-9 a.m.
Breakfast

8-9:45 a.m.
Welcome and Keynote Speaker, Joel Zeff

9:45 a.m.-5 p.m.
TASB Resource Row and Exhibitors’ Expo

9:45 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exhibitors’ Expo and TASB Resource Row

Education Sessions

10-11 a.m.

Risk Pooling, Risk Financing & Underwriting 101

Addressing Misconduct from Incident to Resolution

The Benefits of Fund Membership: No-Cost Online Training

Breach Response: You’re Only as Good as Your Last Tabletop

11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Workers’ Compensation Made Simple 

Partnering with First Responders for Safer Schools

An Insider’s Tips for Managing Unemployment Claims

Bus Safety Beyond the Driver’s Seat

12:30-1:45 p.m. Membership Luncheon and Managing Risk in an Evolving Regulatory Environment

2-3 p.m.

Property Resilience: Protecting School Facilities from Extreme Weather Events

Simulated Reunification Tabletop Exercise

An Insider’s Tips for Managing Unemployment Claims 

Turning Your Claims Data into Actionable Insights

3:15-3:45 p.m.

Introduction to Enterprise Risk Management 

Cybercriminals Attacked. Now What?

Excellence Awards Member Spotlight

Excellence Awards Member Spotlight

4-5 p.m.

Demystifying the Texas Tort Claims Act and School Immunity

Close Calls, Real Solutions: The Power of Near-Miss Reporting

Game Night to Graduation: Keeping School Events Safe and Secure

Spotting Risk in Real Time

6-8 p.m. Member Awards Dinner

Tuesday, April 28

7:30-11:15 a.m.
Badge Pick-up

7-9 a.m.
Breakfast

8 a.m.
Welcome and Keynote Speaker, Devon Harris

Education Sessions

9:45-10:45 a.m.

Before the Breach: A Proactive Path to Cyber Resilience for Schools

Leave Management and Return–to-Work Roundtable

What Does a Risk-Ready Culture Look Like?

Connecting the Dots Between Behavior and Workplace Injuries

10:45-11:15 a.m. Announcements, Coverage Credit Raffle, and Closing

Sunday, April 26

First-Time Attendee and RM 101 Orientation
4-5 p.m.

Kick off your conference experience with a networking event for first-time attendees! Meet TASB staff, connect with peers, and learn insider tips to maximize your time—all before the conference officially begins. Registration required.   

Welcome Reception
5-7 p.m.

Gather at the Kalahari Event Barn for games, great food, and good company. Test your skills in yard games such as ladder golf, horseshoes, and cornhole while enjoying a tempting spread of hors d’oeuvres. Registration required.  

Monday, April 27

General Session Keynote
Joel Zeff
8-9:45 a.m.

Joel Zeff, renowned for his energetic and humorous approach to leadership and teamwork, will introduce you to the power of TA DA. This simple yet profound concept encourages individuals and organizations to celebrate everyday successes, foster a culture of positive support, and unlock their full potential. Registration required.

Membership Luncheon and Panel Discussion
12:30-1:45 p.m.

Enjoy a plated membership luncheon, the perfect setting to network with peers and exchange ideas in a relaxed atmosphere. After lunch, dive into a timely panel discussion on “Managing Risk in an Evolving Regulatory Environment.” Industry experts will share actionable strategies for navigating compliance changes, mitigating emerging risks, and preparing for the future. 

Members Awards Dinner
6-8 p.m.

Join us for an evening of celebration and connection! Associate Executive Director of TASB Risk Management Services, Mary Barrett, will deliver a State of the Fund address and share leadership’s vision for the future. We will also recognize Excellence Awards recipients and RM 101 participants, honoring their commitment to innovation and risk management excellence.    

Tuesday, April 27

General Session Keynote
Devon Harris
8-9:30 a.m.

Devon Harris, an original member of the Jamaican bobsled team and motivational speaker, will share his powerful story of perseverance and success.

Announcements, Coverage Credit Raffle, and Closing
10:45-11:15 a.m.

Complete the short survey for the chance to receive $1,000, $3,000, or $5,000 toward next year’s coverage
(September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027).

Joel Zeff: Humorist, Motivational Speaker, Native Texan 
Monday, April 27
8 a.m.

Joel Zeff is a force of nature and a catalyst for change who brings unrestrained energy and a refreshing blend of humor, insight, and heart to the conference stage.

Through his work as a journalist and corporate communications consultant, Zeff discovered that what organizations often need most is a renewed sense of joy, passion, and perspective. He draws on improvisational comedy and interactive storytelling to introduce the concept of TA DA! 

This simple yet profound concept encourages individuals and organizations to celebrate everyday successes, foster a culture of positive support, and unlock their full potential.

Devon Harris: Olympian, Actor, Advocate for Change
Tuesday, April 28
8 a.m.

Devon Harris’ journey from a violent environment in Kingston, Jamaica to the Olympic stage is a testament to resilience, leadership, and the belief that attitude can shape destiny.

As a founding member of the Jamaican bobsled team, immortalized in the film Cool Runnings, Harris competed in three Winter Olympics. Today, he channels his experiences and passion into empowering children.

Harris' work as an athlete ambassador with Right to Play helps children in refugee camps build confidence and community through sport. His Keep On Pushing Foundation enhances education in disadvantaged communities, as well as supports breakfast and school supply programs in his old neighborhood.