CATIS Planning Meeting

May 19–20, 2026 | Albany, New York

Join Us for the CATIS In-Person Planning Meeting

The Cyber and Terrorism Insurance Studies (CATIS) Center invites prospective members and partners to attend our in-person planning meeting.

This meeting is a key milestone in establishing a national NSF Industry–University Cooperative Research Center focused on catastrophic cyber and terrorism risk.

Event Overview

Dates

May 19–20, 2026

Location

UAlbany ETEC Building
1220 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12226

CATIS is jointly led by the University at Albany, SUNY and the University of Michigan and brings together stakeholders across the cyber and terrorism insurance ecosystem.

Travel & Logistics

Download Accommodation Details (PDF) for a full list of nearby hotels and options.

Nearby Hotels

Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area

1389 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206
(518) 453-1300
1.3 miles — ~4 min from venue

Courtyard Albany Thruway (Marriott)

1455 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206
(518) 435-1600
1.7 miles — ~4 min from venue

Crowne Plaza Albany (IHG)

660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211
(518) 869-8100
5.7 miles — ~9 min from venue

Marriott Albany

189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205
(518) 458-8444
6 miles — ~9 min from venue

Getting to Albany

By Air
Albany International Airport (ALB) is approximately 10–15 minutes from campus and offers connections to major U.S. cities.

By Rail
Albany-Rensselaer Station is about 15–20 minutes away with Amtrak service to NYC, Boston, and other cities.

Driving Directions

  • From NYC / South: I-87 → I-90 East → Exit 2 (Washington Ave)
  • From East (Boston area): I-90 West → Exit 2
  • From West: I-90 East → Exit 24 → Exit 2

Then: Follow Washington Ave toward UAlbany → Enter ETEC on the Harriman Campus

Why Attend

This meeting is designed for organizations that are:

  • Considering joining CATIS as members
  • Interested in shaping research priorities
  • Looking to engage with leaders across the ecosystem

During the meeting, participants will:

  • Review proposed research areas
  • Provide input on priorities and challenges
  • Engage in discussions on membership and next steps
  • Connect with CATIS leadership and other stakeholders

This is the most important event before the center’s formal launch.

Who Should Attend

Insurance & Reinsurance Companies Brokers & Underwriting Organizations Risk Modeling & Analytics Firms Cybersecurity & Technology Companies Critical Infrastructure Operators Government & Policy Stakeholders

Questions or Need Assistance?

info@catis.org