Business casual attire is suggested for the conference sessions and receptions. It is best to wear layered clothing as meeting rooms tend to fluctuate in temperature.
In Orlando, the average high temperature during September is 89º F / 32º C and the average low is 74º F / 23º C.
Registration and attendance at or participation in CAS meetings, seminars and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the CAS’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproduction and audiotapes of such events and activities.
The 2023 Casualty Loss Reserve Seminar gives property-casualty insurance actuaries and consultants the opportunity to earn continuing education credits in a variety of sessions covering relevant and timely topics necessary for continued professional growth and maintaining actuarial credentials.
Separate registration is required for workshops.
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek offers the best of both worlds - a convenient location surrounded by Walt Disney World® Resort and the peaceful serenity of the surrounding 482-acre nature preserve. With newly redesigned guest rooms that provide the perfect place to retire after a day of theme parks or meetings, this resort is certain to make your visit to Orlando a treasured memory.
Daily Resort charge of $25, per night, plus taxes, includes the following:
Premium High Speed Internet access (excluding meeting rooms) for up to 2 devices
Access to the Fitness Center
Shuttle Services to all 4 Disney Theme Parks & Disney Springs
Two Bottles of Water Daily
Use of Lazy River Tubes
20% discount on Spa Treatments at the Waldorf Astoria Spa
Access to the Waldorf Astoria Golf Club practice facility
Free Golf Club Rental after 2pm
Children 5 & under eat free for breakfast at Harvest Bistro
Complimentary dinner for children 12 & under at Harvest Bistro when ordering from the kids menu and accompanied by an adult entree. Limit one comp child's meal per paying adult.
The 2023 Casualty Loss Reserve Seminar (CLRS) and Workshops will be held Monday, September 11 through Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.
A limited number of rooms have been reserved for the evenings of Sunday, September 10; Monday, September 11; Tuesday, September 12; and Wednesday, September 13 to accommodate CLRS registrants. The hotel will also offer rooms at the group rate for the 3 days before and after CLRS, as they are available.
While reservations must be made prior to August 18, 2023, in order to receive the $239 rate, there is no guarantee that rooms will be available should you wait until this date. CAS strongly suggests that you make your room reservations early to secure accommodations before the room block fills.
Reservations must be made by August 18, 2023. Check in at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is 4:00 p.m. and check out is by 11:00 a.m.
Find hotel policies here: https://hiltonbonnetcreek.com/hotel-policies
Important Information Regarding Official CLRS Meeting Hotel
The Casualty Actuarial Society can conduct high-quality meetings at desirable sites for a reasonable registration fee because a block of hotel rooms is reserved for meeting attendees. In exchange for filling the required number of sleeping rooms, the CAS is permitted to use the hotel’s meeting space at no cost, thus keeping registration fees low. In addition, meeting attendees receive a reduced rate for their sleeping rooms. We kindly request that all meeting attendees take advantage of the group rate and stay at the official CLRS property, Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
To purchase specially priced Walt Disney World® Meeting/Convention Theme Park tickets, Buy Online or call 407-566-5600 and provide group code G0830548.
Tickets are valid 7 days before, during, and 7 days after the meeting dates. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid ticket on the same day are required. To make park reservations, you will need to sign-in to an existing Disney® Account or create a new one and link each ticket. Park reservations are subject to availability – please check the Park Availability Calendar. For details on making a park reservation, please visit Disney Park Pass Experience Updates.
Whether it’s your first visit or your 100th, we recommend reviewing the Walt Disney World® Resort Experience Updates.
The CAS is committed to following all local health guidelines to protect the health and safety of eventgoers.
Orlando Health COVID Guidelines: https://www.orlandohealth.com/covid-19
Florida Health COVID Guidelines: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
Code of Conduct for CAS Events
The CAS is an international organization, committed to meeting the demands of a global economy. We are a listening organization that welcomes diverse perspectives. We value the participation of each member of the community and desire to offer professional education in a fun and safe learning environment. The CAS is dedicated in providing a positive conference experience for everyone and will not tolerate harassment, discrimination or any other improper behavior of conference participants in any form.
Scope of the Code:
All event participants, CAS staff members, guests, sponsors, speakers, partners, exhibitors, volunteers, and vendors/exhibitors must comply with this Code of Conduct for CAS Events. We ask that you join us in agreeing to engage, collaborate, and connect with other participants and event attendees in healthy ways. Specifically, we ask that you:
Registration and attendance at CAS meetings, seminars, webinars and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to: demonstrate respect and consideration for all people; communicate openly and thoughtfully with others; be respectful in discussing and debating ideas; be collaborative; be mindful of your surroundings; comply with venue regulations; report conduct concerns so that they can be addressed responsibly in a timely fashion. If any leader or facilitator of the event directs you to stop a behavior, you must comply immediately.
Consequence of Violation of the Code:
The safety of our community is our top priority. Event participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the event organizers and could result in suspension from attending future meetings and/or referral to an appropriate disciplinary body. If necessary, CAS will contact proper authorities, including but not limited to event security and/or law enforcement.
Reporting
While we have every faith that our dynamic community will embrace these sentiments and encourage others to do the same, we do have a plan in place if anyone should fall short of expectations. If you are directly affected or witness behavior that could constitute a code of conduct violation, please contact a CAS staff member at the event who will provide you with an incident report form for you to complete. In addition, you can email meetings@casact.org to request an electronic copy of the form.
Under the direction of the CEO, CAS will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation into your complaint, and you will be notified of the CAS’s intended action. Please note that all reports will be kept confidential.
Thank you in advance for helping to make this CAS event a safe and rewarding experience. We would not be the strong organization we are without your help. Please enjoy the conference!
Your Casualty Actuarial Society
The CAS seeks to do its utmost to provide equal access to its participants with disabilities in accordance with State and Federal Law. Due to the CAS’s limited resources, CAS staff may be required to discuss your reasonable accommodation with you in order to attempt to meet your needs. The conference offers a variety of services to help you enjoy your CAS experience, including:
We have the ability to create custom accommodations as needed. For any specific needs, please contact meetings@casact.org.
How does the CAS select in-person conference locations?
The decision on where to host CAS conferences considers a variety of factors. We strive to hold our four largest events (RPM, Spring, CLRS and Annual) in the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, and West regions of the United States. Our goal is to enable those members who may only attend one event in a calendar year to have one of our four major events held in their region. For members who annually attend the same large CAS event, that event will be located in their region every four years. We also aim to host one of our conferences in Canada every four to six years.
We remain focused on locations that are both convenient for travel, for example, cities that can be reached via a direct flight from the majority of North America, and that are appealing to potential attendees.
What do you do to ensure members feel welcomed, included, and safe during in-person conferences?
The CAS represents members and candidates of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic classes, and creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for them is our foremost concern when planning in-person events. The CAS requires anyone in our conference spaces to be a registered attendee of the event, and we post signage and have staff monitor badges to keep non-registered people from accessing our area. We also ask attendees to abide by the Code of Conduct for CAS Events.
The CAS prioritizes conference vendors that are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all of our attendees.
What options exist for those who are not able or do not feel safe attending an in-person conference in a certain location?
CAS members have the ability to select from several different conferences and conference locations each year. All of our large events also include a livestream virtual option so attendees can participate in high-quality and interactive continuing education opportunities and networking from anywhere in the world.
The Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is located approximately 20 miles from the Orlando International Airport. The airport code is MCO and their website is: https://www.orlandoairports.net/
Overnight Parking:
For driving directions to the hotel, please visit the “Map & Directions” section of the hotel website:
https://hiltonbonnetcreek.com/map-directions/driving-directions
Attendees can take advantage of continuous private MEARS Motor Coach transportation directly from Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek to the airport at area theme parks. Pricing for MEARS shuttle transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport can be found here.
An Uber, taxi, or Lyft can accommodate your transportation needs. It’s approximately a 25-minute trip from the airport.
It is also recommended to have Uber, Lyft, or another ride sharing app to get around the area.
We highly recommend reviewing the U.S. Department of State website for the most up-to-date guidelines for foreign nationals (not a U.S. citizen). Depending on your country of origin, your visa application could take several months to schedule and process, so please plan accordingly.
A foreign national traveling to the United States to conduct temporary business needs a visitor visa (B-1) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program.
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/business.html
A foreign national traveling to the United States for tourism needs a visitor visa (B-2) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program. Tourism is a short visit for vacation, for visiting family and friends, or for medical treatment.
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit.html
If you need a letter confirming your registration at the 2022 CAS Annual Meeting for the purposes of a visa application, please contact kdean@casact.org.
