Primary Sponsor WeatherPredict Consulting Inc. WeatherPredict Consulting Inc. is a U.S. affiliate of RenaissanceRe. The firm focuses on modeling atmospheric hazards and vulnerability. WeatherPredict's team of advanced scientists draws upon expertise in oceanography, meteorology, wind engineering, aerodynamics and computer simulation. WeatherPredict's business includes providing intelligence on atmospheric perils to a range of entities with an interest in anticipating the occurrence and outcome of weather events. Secondary Sponsors Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. – FLASH® In 2008, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. – FLASH®, will be celebrating one decade of disaster safety. Based in Tallahassee, Fla., FLASH is the nation's fastest-growing disaster preparedness organization with more than 100 partners from academic, government, leadership, nonprofit, private and public sector organizations. FLASH's award-winning consumer and professional programs include disaster topics from hail to hurricanes and more. To learn more about FLASH and access free homeowner and homebuilder resources, visit www.flash.org or call 850-385-7233. RenaissanceRe RenaissanceRe is a leading global provider of catastrophe reinsurance and insurance. Established in Bermuda in 1993, the Company is recognized for excellence in the industry through disciplined underwriting, capital management expertise, sophisticated risk modeling and responsive client service. RenaissanceRe is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'RNR'. For more information, visit www.renre.com. Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) IBHS is an independent, nonprofit, scientific and educational organization wholly supported by the property insurance industry. IBHS works to reduce the social and economic effects of natural disasters and other risks to residential and commercial property by conducting research and advocating improved construction, maintenance and preparation practices. Based in Tampa, FL, IBHS has more than 200 insurance and reinsurance company members. IBHS also maintains partnerships with numerous organizations associated with the construction trade. For more information, visit www.disastersafety.org or call 1-866-657-IBHS (4247).