On October 29, 2025, VERTEX will join leading professionals from across the legal and insurance industries at the Perrin Women’s Conference, held at the New York City Bar Association.
This annual conference brings together women leaders and professionals from the legal and insurance communities for meaningful discussions on leadership, professional growth, and emerging industry trends. The agenda features thought-provoking panels focused on building strategic relationships, advancing career development, enhancing communication across generations, and cultivating emotional intelligence in the workplace.
As a sponsor and exhibitor, VERTEX will be represented by Courtney Ciapciak, Director, Environmental Insurance; Catherine Pierce, MBA, Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy, Claims, Disputes & Forensics; and Brooke Tomchinsky, CIE, Senior Project Manager, Environmental Insurance. The team will engage with peers and fellow professionals to exchange insights on leadership, strategic partnerships, and trends shaping the intersection of law, insurance, and forensic consulting.
The Perrin Women’s Conference provides a valuable opportunity for VERTEX and other organizations to collaborate and collectively advance women’s empowerment within the professional community. The Firm continues to champion equity, inclusion, and advancement initiatives across the industries it serves.
If you’re attending, stop by the VERTEX table to connect with our team and learn more about our work forensic consulting and litigation space.
Learn more about the conference here: https://www.perrinconferences.com/conferences/womens25/
To learn more about VERTEX’s Forensic Consulting services or to speak with a Forensic Expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
Courtney Ciapciak
Director, Environmental Insurance
Courtney Ciapciak, Director at VERTEX, has 14+ years in environmental consulting, risk management, and insurance services. She has a Geology degree from Salem State and is pursuing a Master's in Management at CU Denver. Courtney manages Environmental Loss Control accounts and chairs VERTEX's DEI Council and LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group.
The Author
Catherine Pierce
MBA
Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy, Claims, Disputes & Forensics
Ms. Pierce has 23+ years of experience in environmental consulting and insurance. She manages account programs and identifies growth opportunities as VERTEX's Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy for Claims, Disputes & Forensics.
The Author
Brooke Tomchinsky
CIE
Senior Project Manager, Environmental Insurance
Brooke Tomchinsky, CIE, is a Senior Project Manager at VERTEX, specializing in environmental insurance claims, risk assessment, and remediation.