Podcasts by Insurance Journal Podcast

Sneak Peek: Between The Lines Ep. 4–Climate, Inflation,&AI Challenges from 2023-11-30T18:11:11

Join Elizabeth Blosfield, Deputy Editor at Carrier Management, for an exclusive preview of ‘Between The Lines.’ Uncover how Claims Pros navigate the complexities of Climate, Inflatio...

InsurTech Trends Over 2023 from 2023-11-30T12:00:19

Carrier Management interviewed industry experts about the trends they see this year in InsurTech. We spoke with Matt Schmidt of Ecopia AI, Michael Schwabrow of Cloverleaf Analytics, Tim … ...

Exploring the Current Landscape of Agency E&O Insurance Market from 2023-11-29T10:00:24

Today’s agency E&O insurance market remains stable, but that could change as the hard market continues into 2024 and agency E&O claims frequency ticks up. This webinar will … Listen

12 Claims of Christmas–Lyric Video from 2023-11-28T18:04:11

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Transformation and Innovation in Insurance from 2023-11-28T14:00:33

Carrier Management interviewed industry experts about what areas they think are ripe for innovation in the insurance industry. We spoke with Matt Schmidt of Ecopia AI, Michael Schwabrow … ...

Artificial Intelligence and Tech Changes from 2023-11-28T10:00:53

Carrier Management interviewed industry experts about artificial intelligence and technology changes in the industry. We spoke with Matt Schmidt of Ecopia AI, Michael Schwabrow of Cloverleaf Ana...

‘Greek Goddess’ Takes on Insuretech from 2023-11-27T10:00:36

Here’s a breath of fresh, enthusiastic air named Margeaux Giles. Haven’t met her yet? You probably will by the time she’s done running a vacuum cleaner over agent/broker … Listen

EP. 75: How Climate Risk is Fueling Innovation in Insurance from 2023-11-22T10:00:59

In this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Dawn Miller, Lloyd’s’ commercial director, Kate Stillwell, co-founder of InsurTech Firebreak Risk, and Adam Rimmer, co-founder of InsurTech F...

Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Triumphs–A Follow-up Interview from 2023-11-21T20:00:21

Don Jergler speaks with Erich Schutz, cannabis insurance specialist and practice leader at Jencap, about a transformative journey navigating personal challenges when his son, Wallace David, was ...

Steve Marcum and Dr. Sam Chiu Discuss Innovation and Progress Forward. from 2023-11-21T16:00:05

Carrier Management attended InsureTech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Sam Chiu, President at ADEPT Driver, and Steve Marcum, … Listen

Industry Changes: Marty Smuin and Lucy Stribley Discuss Transformations in the Industry from 2023-11-21T14:00:35

Carrier Management attended InsureTech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Marty Smuin, CEO at Arturo, and Lucy Stribley, Head of … Listen

EP. 21: Death of an Industry Magazine, Spheres,&Cute Dogs from 2023-11-17T17:39:45

In this episode of iJam, Julie and Derence discuss the announcement of the final print issue of National Underwriter after 127 years. Derence shares some amazing stats about … Listen

Innovation Ahead: Marty Smuin, Lucy Stribley, and Brent Williams Look Forward to the Future from 2023-11-16T12:00:47

Carrier Management attended InsureTech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Marty Smuin, CEO at Arturo, Lucy Stribley, Head of Sales … Listen

Steve Marcum and Dr. Sam Chiu Speak on InsurTech Risks, Innovations, and Challenges from 2023-11-14T21:25:59

Carrier Management attended InsureTech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Steve Marcum, SVP of Insurance Operations at CoreLogic and Dr. … Listen

Claims Journal reports: The future of claims at ITC from 2023-11-14T17:47:38

Claims Journal attended InsureTech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Lucy Stribley, Head of Sales at Pinpoint Predictive, Steve Marcum, … Listen

Elements of Insurance: Identifying Opportunities for Growth from 2023-11-14T13:00:33

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Josh Linton, Senior Sales Executive at SMA Technologies, Sasha Korol, … Listen

Agencies Selling Slices of ‘Cake’ from 2023-11-13T10:00:09

Many independent agency principals have “seller’s remorse” when they exit their firms. They miss being the boss. And they miss the business. But what if they could have … Listen

EP. 84: Insuring Cannabis Pro Finds Hope, Improvement for Son in CBD Trial from 2023-11-09T20:51:38

Erich Schutz has been a cannabis insurance specialist since around the time it first became legal. He even adopted a “cannabis ninja” nickname. However, Schutz, cannabis practice leader … ...

InsurTech’s Future Insights from Industry Professionals from 2023-11-09T20:20:22

Insurance Journal and Carrier Management had the pleasure of attending Insuretech Connect in Las Vegas, where they spoke with Shannon Shallcross, InsurTech Founder and TEDx Speaker. Shannon prov...

What are the Challenges of AI in the Industry from 2023-11-09T20:15:28

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and spoke with Kenneth Tolson, global president of network solutions at Crawford Catastrophe Services – a division ...

Emerging and Future InsurTech Trends from 2023-11-09T20:10:05

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Jesse Olsen, Managing Director at Strategic Risk Solutions, Sasha Korol, …...

How will AI change the insurance industry in the next 5 years? Experts weigh in. from 2023-11-09T15:00:43

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Sasha Korol, Senior Director of Research & Innovation from Duck … Listen

Insurtech Experts Share Their Views on AI’s Influence on the Future of the Insurance Industry from 2023-11-08T17:00:39

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Raution Jaiswal, founder of InsuredMine, and Jeroen Morrenhof, CEO and … <...

Innovating Insurance: Identifying Elements for Transformation from 2023-11-08T15:00:48

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Raution Jaiswal, founder of InsuredMine, Mark Smith, CEO of MANiTlabs, … <...

Inside InsurTech: Experts Dive into AI from 2023-11-08T15:00:46

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and dove into the challenges and opportunities for AI in insurance with Heather Wilson, CEO of Clara … Listen

EP. 74: Before and After: Managing Through the Cycle of a Cyber Attack from 2023-11-08T10:00:38

On this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, two guests join the podcast from the Insuretech Connect conference at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Xing Xin, CEO and … Listen

Noteworthy InsurTech Developments of the Past Year from 2023-11-07T16:25:43

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to speak with Raution Jaiswal, founder of InsuredMine, Mark Smith, CEO of MANiTlabs, … <...

Industry Experts Discuss the Future of InsurTech from 2023-11-07T16:00:54

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and caught up with Jacqueline Shaendorf, president and CEO at Insurance House, Andy Searle, vice president of … ...

Exploring AI and InsurTech Trends from 2023-11-07T16:00:36

Insurance Journal and Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and spoke with TEDx Speaker and InsurTech Founder, Shannon Shallcross, who answered questions ab...

2024: InsurTech’s Challenges&Opportunities from 2023-11-07T15:00:27

Carrier Management attended Insuretech Connect at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and caught up with Jacqueline Shaendorf, President and CEO at Insurance House, Andy Searle, Vice President of … ...

IJA Aftershow: Patrick Wraight from 2023-11-03T19:00:40

In this episode of the IJA Aftershow join George and Patrick as they talk about the latest class, Reinsurance Basics: Why Does This Matter? Not yet a member … Listen

EP. 20: iJamming with Alice Phillips Topping of Ryan Specialty from 2023-11-03T18:38:19

In this episode, we speak with Alice Phillips Topping, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Ryan Specialty. Alice has an extensive corporate background in the reinsurance and finance &#...

NORML’s Morgan Fox on SAFER Banking’s Odds, What Next from 2023-11-02T20:30:56

Morgan Fox with NORML has a good handle on the current odds facing the SAFER Banking Act. But even with the world in turmoil and the eternal unrest … Listen

People First. Titles Second from 2022-04-18T10:00:49

Would you hire a bright talent without having a specific job opening for them? Errica Rivera was on the receiving end of that offer years ago by a … Listen

EP. 7: Why Insurance Networks Exist and How They Can Help Your Agency – An Executive Roundtable from 2022-04-18T10:00:35

You are listening to “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode, we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring … Listen

EP. 35: Creating Harmony: What Cyber, Insurance Pros Can Learn from Music from 2022-04-13T10:00:19

Music may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering the cybersecurity and insurance industries, but these industries could have more in common than it … Listen

Wanted: Cyber Clarity from 2022-04-04T10:00:43

The insurance industry simply must do a better job of understanding, articulating, underwriting and minimizing cyber threats to its own operations and those of the businesses it insures. …...

EP. 45: Not Being All You Can Be When Being ESG a Bad Risk for Cannabis Companies from 2022-03-31T10:00:03

Environmental, social and governance is a big part of the world nowadays, and the concept of being environmentally friendly and socially conscious in the corporate cannabis world is … Listen

EP. 34: Triple Threat: Ransomware Criminals Add Data Theft, Manipulation to Encryption Tactics from 2022-03-30T10:00:44

Ransomware criminals are adding even more tools to their toolboxes, and companies are finding it harder to stay on top of the trends, according to guests on the … Listen

Sign up Today for The InsurTech Summit 2022! from 2022-03-29T10:00:55

We’re back and excited to bring to you another group of industry professionals ready to tackle this years theme: Towards a Safer, Smarter, Better World. At this year’s … Listen

Agency Owners Have Sale Options from 2022-03-21T10:00:51

In this second of a two-part series on the financial health of independent agents and brokers, Dave Tralka, president and CEO of InsurBanc, walks us through the M&A … Listen

EP. 44: Legal Expert Warning Obscure Law Could Cause Problems if Cannabis is Legalized from 2022-03-17T10:00:13

If Congress ever gets around to legalizing cannabis, the process of revoking federal prohibition may not be so clear-cut. Legalizing it could unleash the power of a somewhat … Listen

EP. 33: War in Ukraine Renews Questions Around Likelihood, Insurability of Cyber War from 2022-03-16T10:00:52

Since Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of Ukraine on February 24, questions have resurfaced about the likelihood of a global cyber war. While experts say there isn’t … Listen

Agents&Brokers Are Killing It from 2022-03-07T10:00:59

In this first of a two-parter on the financial health of independent agents and brokers, Tom Doran tees up some great news. Tom is a partner with Reagan … Listen

EP.43: Who are the Insuring Cannabis Brokers? from 2022-03-03T10:00:58

Are most of the insurance brokers who work in cannabis merely dabblers – their only client being a cousin who owns a mom-n-pop dispensary in downtown? Or do … Listen

EP. 32: Education Providers Face Challenges With Growth in Cyber Threats, Insurance Costs from 2022-03-02T10:00:09

As cyber threats have continued to grow, one segment of the market that has been especially impacted is education, according to guests on the most recent episode of … Listen

EP. 6 Strategy Sessions Webinar is On Demand! from 2022-02-28T23:46:47

Watch on demand! Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics with Industry Movers and Shakers Episode 6: It’s Crunch Time: Insurers Feel the Effects of … Listen

On Demand Webinar: Attaining Compliance in the Cannabis Universe from 2022-02-28T19:37:54

On Demand Now: Attaining Compliance in the Cannabis Universe Compliance in the cannabis industry is fraught with risk across areas like licensing, equipment, testing, distribution, and retail sa...

Celebrating Insurance Career Month! from 2022-02-24T18:13:27

February is Insurance Career Month and Insurance journal wanted to celebrate by asking professionals for some thoughts and advice about this incredible industry! Watch as they share how … ...

Fight Talent War with Cross-Pollination from 2022-02-21T10:00:28

February is Insurance Careers Month. So let’s have an inside peek at how Selective is handling the talent challenge. On this episode, the carrier’s IT lead, John Bresney, … Listen

EP. 42: Cannabis Supply Chain Risks Worth Tripping Over from 2022-02-17T10:00:54

Everyone knows about supply chain management nowadays thanks to the pandemic, with shelves bare of TP and paper towels, and cargo ships backed up at ports. Cannabis, of … Listen

EP. 31: More Than a Conversation: Cyber, Insurance Pros Say Building Diversity Means Taking Action from 2022-02-16T10:00:19

The cybersecurity and insurance industries have been talking about prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion for a while, but Larry Whiteside, co-founder and president of Cyversity, says conv...

EP. 5: What Agents and Carriers can do to Create a Vibrant Independent Agency System that is Prepared for the Future from 2022-02-15T18:01:45

You are listening to “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode, we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring … Listen

Raise Your Emotional IQ from 2022-02-07T10:00:14

Everyone needs some fresh human communication advice, and Brian Ahearn is our guy for the job. On this enlightening recording, Brian dives into the power of “pre-suasion,” influence … Listen

EP. 41: More M&As, Cannabis ‘Frappucinos’ on Tap for 2022 from 2022-02-03T10:00:47

New Frontier Data, a producer of cannabis research and intelligence, released its “22 for 22 Report,” in January, which imparts a definitive air of optimism mixed with few … Listen

EP. 30: Insurers Grapple With Uncertainty Around Catastrophic Cyber Risk from 2022-02-02T10:00:11

Much uncertainty exists around catastrophic cyber threats, and for an industry so focused on analyzing risk, that’s a big challenge, experts say.   Some of the recent cyber … Listen

What’s New in Research&Trends! from 2022-01-25T17:52:15

Check out the latest whitepapers and webinars covering all the topics and trends that matter! Find these and other reports affecting the P/C insurance industry by visiting the … Listen

EP. 4: How Independent Agents can be More Successful Working with Top-Tier Carriers from 2022-01-24T10:00:12

You are listening to “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode, we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring … Listen

“Butts in the Seats”Not a Good Work Model from 2022-01-24T10:00:11

It’s time for insurance organizations to get creative with hiring and keeping talent, according to our resident HR expert Claudia St. John, who consults with the Big ‘I’ … Listen

On Demand Webinar: Raising the Bar on Cybersecurity from 2022-01-21T17:04:56

Watch on demand! Raising the Bar on Cybersecurity How cyber insurers are adapting when the stakes are higher than ever. This year is turning out to be a … Listen

EP. 40: EPL Challenges for Cannabis Include High Turnover from 2022-01-20T10:00:30

Employment practices liability is tough across pretty much all industries. As cannabis industry employment grows, EPL is becoming a serious consideration. The industry has all the regular employ...

EP. 29: New Year’s Resolution? Experts Say For Cyber Criminals, It’s More Widespread Attacks from 2022-01-19T10:00:23

The looming threat of increased supply chain and critical infrastructure attacks is causing both cyber experts and cyber insurers to lose sleep already in 2022, according to guests … Listen

Business Initiatives: Meet Diversity from 2022-01-10T10:00:47

It’s refreshing to hear about the future of insurance industry diversity, equity and inclusion from Dianne Greene, who was born in the South American country of Guyana, raised … Listen

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Bantering with a Futurist from 2021-12-20T10:00:20

Challenging a professional futurist is like taking on a professional weather forecaster. Who knows who will be correct, by how much, and when? Nevertheless, we sought to find … Listen

EP.5 Strategy Sessions–2022: The Year to Come from 2021-12-17T17:26:45

Carrier Management Presents: Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics With Industry Movers and Shakers Episode 5 – 2022: The Year to Come A new … Listen

EP. 39: Expert Says Cannabis Insurance Rates for Cyber, EPL, Property to Rise in 2022 from 2021-12-16T10:00:17

A survey of 200-plus cannabis insurance-focused professionals at one of the largest brokers in the nation combined with other data forecasts an even tougher market for cannabis business … ...

Sign up for the Insuring Cyber Newsletter! from 2021-12-10T01:09:19

Keep up to date on the fast-growing and constantly changing cyber market! The cyber newsletter provides up-to-date information and links to check out our popular bi-monthly Insuring Cyber …...

Sign up for the Insuring Cyber Newsletter! from 2021-12-10T01:09:19

Keep up to date on the fast-growing and constantly changing cyber market! The cyber newsletter provides up-to-date information and links to check out our popular bi-monthly Insuring Cyber …...

For Insuring Cannabis Professionals! from 2021-12-10T00:56:01

The Insuring Cannabis Podcast is a bimonthly series exploring the business of insuring cannabis with some of the industries most influential players. Be more successful, more informed, and ̷...

Sign Up for Insurance Journal’s Workers’Comp Newsletter! from 2021-12-09T19:15:09

An independent, national newsletter for people who are shaping the new world of workers’ compensation. If you are a risk manager or workers’ comp professional, you need this … ...

Insurtech Talage Takes on APIs from 2021-12-06T10:00:45

Sure, lots of former football players are selling life insurance. But how many have launched a P/C insurtech? This recording features Adam Kiefer, CEO of Talage, a platform … Listen

EP.38: There’s Opportunity, but Also Risk in Rare and Minor Cannabinoids from 2021-12-02T10:00:09

There’s an alphabet soup of rare and minor cannabinoids – CBN, CBG, THCV, Delta-8 THC, CBC – that are kind of the lesser-known cousins of CBD and THC. … Listen

EP. 28: Looking in the Rearview Mirror: Cyber Lessons Learned from 2021 from 2021-12-01T10:00:09

The year is coming to an end and cyber insurers as well as their clients may be reflecting on lessons learned from this year’s biggest threats. However, Kurt … Listen

SPONSORED: At-Bay’s Rotem Iram on Staying Ahead of the Hackers as a Cyber MGA from 2021-11-29T18:37:46

As the insurance industry reels from ransomware, cyber MGA At-Bay has helped insureds stay secure through a combination of technical underwriting and active risk monitoring. The result is …...

Seeing Through Clouds: CM Roundtable Highlights from 2021-11-24T10:00:37

The variety of participants taking part in Carrier Management’s Roundtable on Geospatial Information Systems—including an analyst, a commercial insurance pricing specialist, a scientist, an MGA ...

A Top-Down View of Insurance Risk: Unlocking the Benefits of Geospatial Technology from 2021-11-24T10:00:10

Once and done. Insurers that train AI models on aerial imagery delivered by the manned planes flying over the U.S. for the Geospatial Insurance Consortium, can use the … Listen

The World’s Largest Aerial Imagery Program—Managed By Insurers from 2021-11-23T10:00:39

Ryan Bank, managing director of the Geospatial Insurance Consortium, explains how insurers share the cost—and the benefits—of the largest high-resolution aerial imagery program in the world. Her...

On the Ground: How Insurers Can Use Geospatial Information Systems from 2021-11-23T10:00:01

After introducing the topic of Geospatial Information Systems with a view of satellites in space, CB Insights Analyst Mike Fitzgerald takes the subject down to Earth, explaining the … Listen

Seeing Through the Clouds: Satellites in Insurance from 2021-11-22T10:00:47

Carrier Management Guest Editor and CB Insights Analyst Mike Fitzgerald hosted a roundtable bringing together participants in the world of geospatial information systems, seeking to understand r...

Keys to Insurer Success in GIS: Talent, Innovation Mindsets and More from 2021-11-22T10:00:42

When Pranav Pasricha, Global Head P&C Solutions for Swiss Re, visits the reinsurer’s teams in Zurich, he gets the sense that the company has hired just about “every … Listen

Why Now Is the Time for Geospatial Technology in Insurance from 2021-11-22T10:00:39

Technology developments are making satellite imagery more accessible to insurers of all sizes, and broader environmental concerns are fueling demand for geospatial information, Bessie Schwarz, C...

On the Horizon: From Flood to Business Interruption from 2021-11-22T10:00:38

The potential for using satellite data in insurance goes well beyond assessing property damage after natural catastrophes, said panelists speaking at Carrier Management’s recent roundtable event...

Hippo Has Some Legs from 2021-11-22T10:00:34

Rick McCathron, president of Hippo Insurance, loves the insurance industry, having grown up in a family agency and spending more years at Mercury Insurance. Here’s an insider’s look … Listen

Eyes In the Sky and Beyond from 2021-11-22T10:00:18

CB Insights Analyst Mike Fitzgerald shares a visual “wow” moment as he describes a mesmerizing video from AGI, a provider of simulation, modeling and analysis software for aerospace, … Listen

Beyond the Human Eye from 2021-11-22T10:00:16

Giacomo Favaron, Senior Specialist, Insurance Pricing, AXA XL, paints a picture of how far satellite technology has come in just the time when he developed a prediction model … Listen

Planetary Scale vs. an Excel Spreadsheet: What Carriers Want From GIS Providers from 2021-11-22T10:00:12

During Carrier Management’s recent roundtable event, “Seeing Through the Clouds: Satellites in Insurance,” AXA XL’s Giacomo Favaron described the power of satellite instrumentation to provide hi...

IJA Aftershow: Crystal Uebelher from 2021-11-18T23:15:23

Join George and Patrick in this episode of the IJA Aftershow as they talk with Crystal Uebelher about her most recent class, Reinsurance 101: An Overview of Reinsurance … Listen

People, Products, Relationships&More: Amwins’ President James Drinkwater from 2021-11-18T16:40:42

People, products, relationships, and clients. Those are the areas that Amwins Group focuses on to be successful in any insurance market cycle, says James Drinkwater, president of Amwins, …...

EP. 37: Gram Shop Law is One of the More Interesting Among Far-Out Patchwork of State Regs from 2021-11-18T10:00:44

Ever heard of a gram shop law? It’s a thing, and if you’re an insurance broker in Michigan focused on the cannabis space, then you and your clients … Listen

Lexington’s Levinson on Why E&S Is More Relevant Now Than Ever from 2021-11-17T10:00:39

When Lou Levinson became president and CEO of Lexington Insurance in late 2018, he knew the company needed a change. He believed that Lexington should be a wholesale … Listen

EP. 27: Two Experts Debunk Some of the Biggest Myths Around Cyber Insurance from 2021-11-17T10:00:35

Cyber attacks are continuously evolving, and companies that don’t stay educated about the space could be caught off guard, experts say. “A lot of times, I think cyber … Listen

EP. 3: Turning Economic and Social Change into Opportunity: A Conversation with Industry Leader Joan Woodward from 2021-11-15T19:44:45

You are listening to “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode, we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring … Listen

SPONSORED: Combining Insurance and Restoration in One Workflow for Better Outcomes from 2021-11-12T20:36:21

Next Gear Solutions’ President & CEO, Garret Gray, discusses the company’s acquisition by CoreLogic and how the companies are joining forces to bridge the insurance and restoration industri...

Captive Agents Going Independent from 2021-11-08T10:00:06

Who’s excited about employee agents starting their own independent agencies? Katlyn Eggar, that’s who, and her Quantum Assurance organization is focused on digital marketing support to drive wha...

On Demand Webinar: What’s New in Agency E&O? from 2021-11-04T22:48:15

Now Available On Demand! Errors & omissions claims against agencies related to the COVID-19 pandemic have not materialized as feared a year ago. Overall, E&O claims against agencies &#...

ICS21 Soundbite: Broker who Fought Cancer Sees Hope in Cannabis Business from 2021-10-27T17:00:24

Sabrina Alkire got into the insuring cannabis business while battling brain cancer in 2018. Alkire, who is now the director of the cannabis division at Frates Irwin Risk … Listen

ICS21 Soundbite: Tribal Cannabis Broker in Lonely, Rewarding Space from 2021-10-26T22:42:24

John Balian, director of the cannabis industry practice for Wood Gutmann & Bogart Insurance Brokers, has a niche within a niche. He specializes in not just in insuring … Listen

ICS21 Soundbites: What Will The Insuring Cannabis Market Look Like 5 Years from Now? from 2021-10-26T22:41:32

Five insuring cannabis expert speakers looked into their crystal balls to tell us what the next few years holds in the sector, and they came up with some … Listen

ICS21 Soundbites: Broker Quick Hits Panel Took on EPLI, Exclusions, Lounges, Labs from 2021-10-26T22:40:41

There are as many pitfalls as there are opportunities for brokers who want to get into the insuring cannabis business – employee practice liability insurance, exclusions, onsite lounges, …...

ICS21 Soundbite: Many Cannabis Operators Treat Coverage as a Mere Compliance Check Box from 2021-10-26T22:39:43

The typical cannabis policyholder too often sees insurance coverage as a box to check off for compliance purposes, and that means there isn’t much pressure placed on carriers … Listen

For Nationwide, the Pandemic Spurred Creativity on Multiple Levels from 2021-10-26T16:34:38

When the pandemic hit, Nationwide switched to remote work rapidly, and began an accelerated push toward “digital first” approaches for its customers, investments and partnerships. Here, Angela K...

Startup Koffie Labs Embraced Remote Hiring from 2021-10-26T16:32:47

In this Carrier Management interview with Editor Mark Hollmer, which took place during ITC Vegas 2021, Koffie Labs co-founder and CEO Ian White explained how his company pivoted … Listen

How ABBYY Advanced AI to Fit Insurers’ Pandemic Needs from 2021-10-26T16:30:41

When the COVID-19 pandemic forced insurers to change the way they do business practically overnight, ABBYY was in position to help. Its digital intelligence transfigured the insurance process, &...

SPONSORED: Crane Talk: What to Look for in a Quality Crane Program   from 2021-10-25T18:03:07

Join ProSight for real talk on crane insurance with two experts in the field: Jake Morin, who oversees ProSight’s Crane Program, and Rikki Concannon, Brokerage Services Manager at Ascinsure Spec...

Get on Board with a ‘ZEO’ Group from 2021-10-25T10:00:54

If you’d like to hire bright young talent in their early/mid-20s, then you need to speak Generation Z lingo! That’s right, and we have on hand for this … Listen

More Market Growth Through 2021 and Beyond, While Legalization Hopes Linger from 2021-10-22T21:08:32

We saw cannabis literally beat COVID-19. After being declared an essential business in many U.S. states, sales not only stayed steady, they increased during a rough economic patch. … Listen

ICS21 Soundbite: Capacity Still a Centerpiece of Concern for Insuring Cannabis Pros from 2021-10-22T19:30:42

There is little surprise when a conversation about cannabis and insurance turns to the subject of capacity, which one professional described as “difficult” and “limited.” Insurance Journal’s ann...

EP.35: Will Cannabis Legalization, or Safe Banking Pass This Year? from 2021-10-21T10:00:28

It’s part of just about every cannabis conversation: “Hey, it looks like we’re close to seeing cannabis legalized. Is this the year?”  There are three promising cannabis bills … Listen

EP.25: These Women Are Fighting Cyber Crime and Cybersecurity’s Gender Divide from 2021-10-20T10:00:30

Growing ransomware attacks aren’t the only issue concerning the cybersecurity industry today, according to experts on this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast. Another concern within the cyber...

Insuring Cannabis Summit 2021 is Now On-Demand! from 2021-10-19T19:59:15

The Insuring Cannabis Summit 2021 is over, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out! If you couldn’t join our insuring cannabis professionals and experts for the … Listen

SPONSORED: How AXIS has reimagined insurance for those who do business differently from 2021-10-11T13:00:14

Jill Bryant, EVP of Digital Small Commercial at AXIS, tells us all about AXIS Home Based Business Insurance and the unique client set it’s helping to protect. #Nationalhomebasedbusinessweek

InsurTech Orion180 Expands Homeowners Presence from 2021-10-11T10:00:11

Ken Gregg, CEO of Orion180, readily admits his original insurtech plan back in 2014 was a direct-to-consumer personal lines model. He adjusted to engage primarily with independent agents …...

EP. 2: The Insurance Network Podcast – Anticipating Change for a More Successful Agency from 2021-10-11T10:00:07

You are listening to “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode, we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring … Listen

EP. 34: Insuring Cannabis is Impossible Without Surplus Lines, so a Hardening Market is a Thing to Watch from 2021-10-07T10:00:33

It may not come as much of a surprise to those who know about insurance and cannabis that the business is written mostly by the surplus lines market. … Listen

SPONSORED: Insuring Your Growth from 2021-10-06T22:18:04

With end-to-end, cloud-based solutions for marketing, sales, and analytics, Zywave is the tech stack of choice for all lines of insurance. And we’re not just helping insurance professionals R...

EP.24: Are Public, Private Partnerships the Answer to Cybersecurity’s Risk Management Problem? from 2021-10-06T10:00:14

The Biden Administration is increasingly prioritizing growing ransomware threats as a risk management problem, according to guests on the latest episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast. This comes...

Insurtech Lessons: An Insider’s View from 2021-09-27T10:00:07

Bryan Falchuk isn’t your average author and speaker. He spent 20 years as a self-described “P&C guy.” That gave him the background and passion to write a book called … Listen

EP. 33 Claims Data on Crime at Cannabis Operations Points Finger at Insiders from 2021-09-23T10:00:03

Based on its most recent claims data, one big national cannabis insurance firm found that many thefts at cannabis operations are occurring overnight. And based on security footage … Listen

EP.23: Employees May Not Be Working Inside Office Buildings, But Cyber Criminals Are from 2021-09-22T10:00:20

The normal bustle inside of many office buildings has come to a halt during the pandemic switch to remote work, but these empty buildings could be inviting a … Listen

Now On Demand! Strategy Sessions Webinar: Flood Insurance from 2021-09-21T22:43:56

Join us for a live webinar! Tuesday, October 26th, 2021 at 10am PT / 1pm ET Flood insurance has been the bane of insurers for years. Most home … Listen

EP.3: Strategy Sessions Webinar with Kin Insurance CEO Sean Harper! from 2021-09-21T22:43:56

Join us for a live webinar! Tuesday, October 26th, 2021 at 10am PT / 1pm ET Flood insurance has been the bane of insurers for years. Most home … Listen

EP. 1: The Insurance Network Podcast – How Carriers Help Agents Succeed in Changing Times from 2021-09-20T10:00:49

Introducing “The Insurance Network” – a podcast series focused on the success of independent insurance agents! In each episode we’ll be featuring leaders and exploring new innovations in …...

WEBINAR: Achieve Rapid Agency Growth and Exceptional Client Experience with Data & Automation from 2021-09-16T15:18:56

Join us Wed. Sept. 22nd, 10 am PST, 1pm EST to learn how your agency can achieve rapid growth. Whitney Norcup, COO of Columbia Insurance & Wealth Management … Listen

Join Us at the 2021 Insuring Cannabis Summit! from 2021-09-13T21:28:41

We’re back this year for our third Insuring Cannabis Summit! This year our theme is Into the Light: The Next Frontier for the Cannabis Industry. The $17 billion-plus … Listen

Your Net Promoter Score is 23: So What? from 2021-09-13T10:00:30

What if your organization’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) was 23? Does it mean anything? Insurance research professional Kevin Jenne breaks it all down for us on this recording, and … Listen

EP. 32: Innovations in Products, Services Signal Optimism for Sorely Underserved Market from 2021-09-09T10:00:58

The insuring cannabis space has been busily bringing new products and services to operators as of late. New D&O products, and new risk management services were among the … Listen

EP.22: How NFTs Can ‘Break the Fourth Wall’ Between Digital and Physical Assets from 2021-09-08T10:00:24

pplpleasr, a New York City-based multi-disciplinary artist, first became interested in digital art while watching the Pixar-produced film Wall-E in college. “When I watched the credits, there we...

EP. 2: Strategy Sessions with guest Chetan Kandhari from 2021-09-02T19:52:43

Carrier Management Presents: Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics With Industry Movers and Shakers Episode 2: The Digitization Details Digitization, InsurTech, COVID-19, plat...

EP. 2: Strategy Sessions Coming Soon! from 2021-09-02T19:52:43

Carrier Management Presents: Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics With Industry Movers and Shakers Episode 2: The Digitization Details Digitization, InsurTech, COVID-19, plat...

Upcoming Webinar: Unlocking the Mysteries of Cyber Reinsurance from 2021-09-02T10:00:40

We’ve assembled a group of experts to explain cyber reinsurance, place it in context in the overall market, and identify what role it can and does play in … Listen

On Demand Webinar: Unlocking the Mysteries of Cyber Reinsurance from 2021-09-02T10:00:40

We’ve assembled a group of experts to explain cyber reinsurance, place it in context in the overall market, and identify what role it can and does play in … Listen

‘Courageous Conversations’ Leading Change from 2021-08-30T10:00:58

Insurance professionals on the P&C side likely have never met our guest Stephanie Dunn. Even more reason to take a listen to this recording with a life reinsurance … Listen

New York Regulator Views Cyber as ‘Biggest Risk for Financial Services Industry’ Right Now from 2021-08-26T17:24:56

Justin Herring, executive deputy superintendent at the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) discussed the possibility that a large cyber event could cause the next great …...

EP. 31: What Makes a Good Cannabis Broker? Horror Stories from The Experts from 2021-08-26T10:00:04

Here’s a doozy: A broker hands an underwriter an application for a cannabis operation. No red flags so far, but then the underwriter takes a look for himself … Listen

EP. 21: Pushing Boundaries: Are NFTs the Next Frontier for the Fine Art Market? from 2021-08-25T10:00:35

As anyone who works in insurance knows, technology is powerful enough to transform any industry. And the fine art market is no exception. “I think it’s the nature … Listen

Get Connected With Matteo Carbone from 2021-08-16T23:04:37

Matteo Carbone, a rock star in InsurTech circles, is known for thought leadership and his advocacy of IoT technology in insurance. Serving as guest editor for the third-quarter … Listen

Claims Professionals Share Effects of Pandemic in the Last Year from 2021-08-16T18:20:52

At the 2021 Combined Claims Conference in Orange County, California, we asked some of the attendees how the pandemic has affected their job and if any of those … Listen

Claims Professionals Share Affects of Pandemic in the Last Year from 2021-08-16T18:20:52

At the 2021 Combined Claims Conference in Orange County, California, we asked some of the attendees how the pandemic has affected their job and if any of those … Listen

Boomers: This Podcast Is for You from 2021-08-16T10:00:46

Our good friend and insurance education icon Chris Amrhein joins us for a chat. And if you’ve ever attended one of his webcasts or classes, you’ll enjoy this … Listen

Carrier Management presents Strategy Sessions: Episode 1 from 2021-08-13T22:27:35

Carrier Management Presents: Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics With Industry Movers and Shakers. In this first episode, Carrier Management editor and host Mark … Listen

EP. 1: Strategy Sessions with guest Caribou Honig from 2021-08-13T22:27:35

Carrier Management Presents: Strategy Sessions – A Lunch Hour Look at Critical Topics With Industry Movers and Shakers. In this first episode, Carrier Management editor and host Mark … Listen

EP. 30: Product Liability Lawsuits Worth Watching in Cannabis from 2021-08-12T10:00:25

“There are plaintiff’s attorneys out there that are actively trolling for cases involving injuries allegedly caused by cannabis. We are seeing cases start to get filed. We have … Listen

EP. 20: Hacking, But Make It Ethical: How ‘The Good Guys’ Are Boosting Cybersecurity from 2021-08-11T10:00:10

Sometimes, real life can be like the movies. At least, that’s according to two ethical hackers in this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast. Dr. Ondrej Krehel, founder … Listen

SPONSORED: Unlock Unparalleled P&C Content from 2021-08-06T16:34:28

Engage and educate clients with the most robust content and content management system on the market. Customizable to your agency’s brand look and feel, the industry’s leading content … Listen

New Workers’ Compensation Research Study Shows No Treatment Delays Due to COVID from 2021-08-04T22:08:50

Research by WCRI economist Olesya Fomenko found that there were no noticeable delays in medical treatment for injured workers when the first two quarters of 2019 are compared … Listen

Agents: Here’s Your Digital Roadmap from 2021-08-02T10:00:19

Repeat “On Point” guest Tyler Asher obviously has a vested interest in seeing more agents investing in digital capabilities to improve customer service. He leads independent agency distribution ...

EP. 29: MSOs Require an Extra Touch of TLC from Brokers from 2021-07-29T10:00:23

When it’s all said and done, 2021 may have been the year of cannabis M&AS, but it was also the year of the cannabis multistate operator. Industry growth … Listen

How COVID Changed Workers’ Comp from 2021-07-28T15:58:13

Rick Poulin, who leads the Business Insurance Workers Compensation product team at Travelers Insurance, and David Chimiel, senior vice president, and the national director of claims for global &...

EP. 19 : State, Federal Regulatory Enforcement a Focus as Cyber Crime Grows from 2021-07-28T10:00:49

As ransomware attacks are on the rise and cyber risks continue to mount, experts say there has been “a paradigm shift in cybersecurity enforcement.”   That’s according to … Listen

Submit Your Sales, Marketing & Agency Management Ideas Today! from 2021-07-27T18:35:52

Insurance Journal is looking for 101 sales, marketing and agency management ideas for our August 16th magazine edition! Deadline is August 4th, Submit your tricks and tips today!

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IJA Aftershow: Casey Roberts from 2021-07-22T21:55:29

In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, join Patrick and Casey Roberts as they discuss Part 2 of the most recent class, Perspectives on Cannabis. Not yet a … Listen

Cal/OSHA Cautions California Employers to Protect Workers from Wildfire Smoke from 2021-07-21T15:36:46

Cal/OSHA is cautioning California employers to be prepared to protect workers from unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke. Guidance for employers and workers on working safely in conditions …...

Exceptional Services ‘Aren’t Enough’ from 2021-07-19T10:00:44

You’re in for a real treat with repeat “On Point” guest and client-experience consultant Dennis Moseley-Williams. Especially if you want your firm to thrive. “Selling exceptional goods and ̷...

July 18th is Insurance Nerd Day! from 2021-07-16T10:00:42

July 18th is Insurance Nerd Day, created in 2016 to celebrate everyone employed in the insurance industry. We’re happy to celebrate all our readers and viewers that have … Listen

EP. 28: California Wildfire Season Could Make Getting Insurance Even Tougher for The Cannabis Industry from 2021-07-15T10:00:39

The California wildfire season is shaping up to be an ugly one, with a worsening drought and soaring temperatures in the Western U.S. This has California’s massive cannabis … Listen

Washington Adding Emergency Heat Exposure Rules for Outdoor Workers from 2021-07-14T22:29:51

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries filed an emergency rule to provide increased protection for employees exposed to extreme heat. In this video we highlight some … ...

Carrier Management Midyear Update 2021: What’s Next? from 2021-07-14T21:17:32

As insurance and reinsurance leaders take a deep breath and prepare for a mask-free future, they probably do so with a combination of excitement and trepidation. Challenges ahead … Listen

EP. 18: What Insurers Should Know as Ransomware Takes Center Stage from 2021-07-14T10:00:38

Cyber criminals aren’t just stealing passwords and data. They’re stealing the spotlight. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic that has been a global focus since government shutdowns be...

Carrier Management presents: Strategy Sessions from 2021-07-09T00:26:16

Introducing Carrier Management’s new webinar series, Strategy Sessions – A lunch hour look at critical Topics with industry movers and shakers! In this video, CM editor and Host … Listen

New Twist on Catastrophe Response from 2021-07-05T10:00:13

Is any public/private catastrophe insurance program actually funded and functioning properly? That’s up for debate. One thing’s for sure: Natural disasters aren’t going away. Insurance plays a c...

EP. 27: These Cannabis Questions Must Be Answered in Final Six Months of 2021 from 2021-07-01T10:00:54

At the half-way mark in 2021 as we emerge from the pandemic, one has to wonder what the rest of the year will be like for cannabis businesses … Listen

EP. 17: Leading by Example: How Insurers Can Manage Cyber Risk Within Their Own Operations from 2021-06-30T10:00:31

Insurers often advise clients on cyber resilience, however, many in the industry overlook their own risks or struggle to take their own advice to insureds, according to guests … Listen

Agents Want Work Flexibility, Time with Clients from 2021-06-21T10:00:46

A recent survey of the independent agency workforce by tech provider Vertafore shows that principals may need to reassess the classic five-day-a-week office culture. When asked about their ̷...

EP. 16: How Insurtechs Are Helping Insurers Bridge the Digital Divide from 2021-06-16T10:00:49

As the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed many insurers to embrace more technology, there has been some talk of how insurtechs can step in and help insurers navigate the … Listen

Work Experience Is Evolving from 2021-06-07T10:00:05

Continuing our series on the status of employment brands – and work itself – we tee up some research with Kate Muth, head of strategy at Cake & … Listen

EP. 25: Some Insurance Regulators Are Urging Carriers to Insure Cannabis from 2021-06-03T10:00:39

Insurance regulators in several states are putting time and resources into encouraging more carriers to get into the business of insuring cannabis. A lack of carriers has forced … Listen

How Florida’s Flood Market Has Helped Development of Other Southeast States from 2021-06-02T10:00:23

Southeast states are looking to protect their residents from the ever-growing and costly threat of flood damage. Florida, which passed legislation in 2014 to encourage private insurers to …...

EP. 15: Experts Call Colonial Pipeline Attack a Wake-Up Call, Say Bigger Attacks Could Be Ahead from 2021-06-02T10:00:17

Cyber experts are saying that the Colonial Pipeline attack, in which ransomware took down 5,500 miles of critical infrastructure along one of the nation’s largest pipelines, should be … Listen

Florida Insurance Commissioner Optimistic About Property Reforms from 2021-05-28T20:27:42

It was a busy legislative session for the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, with multiple bills focused on different property and casualty segments. One of OIR’s top priorities, … Listen

Flood Insurance a ‘Wide Open’ Opportunity for Insurers, Agents in North Carolina from 2021-05-27T22:02:38

North Carolina has been working hard to establish a private flood market after numerous catastrophes in the last few years left thousands of people in the state with … Listen

SPONSORED: Agency Management Made Easy from 2021-05-27T18:20:08

Agents and brokers wear many hats and need the right technology so they can be efficient. Because efficiency equals success in today’s digital world. See how Agency Matrix … Listen

Insurance Journal’s 2021 Guide to Cannabis Market from 2021-05-24T21:24:13

Get Insurance Journal’s Guide to Cannabis Market now and you’ll have new products and services at your fingertips. Included in the May 17th issue of Insurance Journal or … Listen

Westfield’s Take on Diversity from 2021-05-24T10:00:41

You’ll dig the energy on this installment from Greg Garrett, who leads diversity and inclusion operations for Westfield. Greg’s philosophy is to build change from the inside out: ...

SPONSORED: The Risk Gap: Why Every Business Needs A Pre-Loss Policy from 2021-05-21T21:18:51

A survey of insurance professionals revealed that 94% of their business clients have experienced a disaster event. However, only 35% have a pre-loss policy with a remediation company … Listen

EP. 24: What You Need to Know About the Delta-8 Buzz from 2021-05-20T10:00:18

Delta-8 is generating quite a buzz. An apparent legal loophole enabling the production and sales of a product commonly derived from hemp extracts has prompted government crackdowns across …...

What’s Missing From Your Subrogation Program? from 2021-05-19T19:05:26

Great subrogation results don’t just happen, it takes strength, tenacity and perseverance to achieve success! While it is a well-recognized fact that successful subrogation programs are critical...

SPONSORED: What’s Missing From Your Subrogation Program? from 2021-05-19T19:05:26

Great subrogation results don’t just happen, it takes strength, tenacity and perseverance to achieve success! While it is a well-recognized fact that successful subrogation programs are critical...

EP. 14: How 3D Technology is Deepening Claims Efficiency in Insurance from 2021-05-19T10:00:48

The use of 3D technology has been a topic of discussion in insurance for years, but for an industry that is historically slow to adopt technological change, its … Listen

Hyper-Personalized Insurance from 2021-05-10T10:00:59

If you’re interested in hearing from a fresh startup insurtech that is all about distribution via independent agents, this podcast is for you. Surround Insurance co-founder Jonathon Grayso...

SPONSORED: Transform How You Sell & Service With the Best Technology from 2021-05-07T19:34:57

The P&C market has changed. You must transform how you sell, service, market and analyze data if you want to succeed and grow your business. Learn more about … Listen

EP. 23: Tribal Cannabis Insurance is a Difficult, but Promising Space from 2021-05-06T10:00:33

Tribal cannabis could turn out to be a space that expands on par with casino businesses on Tribal lands. That’s what at least one person in the Tribal … Listen

EP. 13: The Really, Really Big One: The Likelihood of a 1-in-100 Year Cyber Catastrophe from 2021-05-05T10:00:13

More than a year into what some have called a 1-in-100 year pandemic with COVID-19, many may be wondering what other unprecedented events could be on the horizon. … Listen

Insurance Journal’s 2021 Cyber Guides Mini Booklet from 2021-04-29T17:56:12

Get Insurance Journal’s Guide to Cyber Markets now and you’ll have new products and services at your fingertips. Included in the April 5th issue of Insurance Journal or … Listen

Power of Customer Data from 2021-04-26T10:00:09

Sometimes our best lessons are simple reminders. Agents and brokers spend most of their time marketing new business and generating leads. But what about retention? Firms can create … Listen

IJA Aftershow: This Week with David Thompson from 2021-04-22T23:26:21

George and Patrick welcome back David Thompson in this episode of the IJA Aftershow, this time to talk about his class, E&O – From the Tower to the … Listen

EP. 22: If The ‘Vape Crisis’ in Cannabis Taught Us One Thing, It’s That It’s Never Too Soon to Think About Long-Tail Risks from 2021-04-22T10:00:07

Aside from the vape crisis that never rose to the level of a true crisis for the cannabis industry, you don’t hear much talk about long-tail risks that … Listen

How Slice Labs Adapted in the Face of Pandemic-Created Obstacles from 2021-04-21T23:47:37

About a year ago, two months into the COVID-19 pandemic, Slice Labs laid off about a third of its staff due to the coronavirus-related economic environment. But faced … Listen

EP. 12: Social Engineering Risks Rising, but Cyber Coverage Still Lacks from 2021-04-21T10:00:38

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the work environment in many ways, and cyber experts say one unfortunate result of the switch to remote work is an increase in … Listen

Now On-Demand: How Insurance is Keeping up with Bustling Cannabis Sector from 2021-04-19T21:48:03

If you missed our webinar, How Insurance is Keeping up with Bustling Cannabis Sector you can now view it on-demand! From insuring SPACS to new product innovation to … Listen

Minding the Gap in Small Commercial from 2021-04-12T10:00:48

Some 30 million small businesses drive the U.S. economy. And, back in 2014, Insureon was one of the original insurtechs launched to serve small businessowners who wanted to … Listen

EP. 21: Menu for Cannabis Insurance Buyers is an A la carte Affair from 2021-04-08T10:00:15

When you see the term à la carte on a menu, at, say a steakhouse, you know you’ll be dropping a few C-notes for your meal, which now … Listen

EP. 11: What the ‘New Normal’ Means for Cyber Insurers, Coverage from 2021-04-07T10:00:01

More than a year has passed since pandemic-related government restrictions began, causing many businesses around the world to shift their workforce to remote. With increased reliance on technolo...

IJA Aftershow: This Week with Patrick Wraight from 2021-04-06T20:53:08

Join George and Patrick in this episode of the IJA Aftershow where they catch up on Patrick’s most recent class, CGL Master Class – Who is an Insured … Listen

Florida Agents Join Consumer Advocate’s Fight Against Contractor Fraud from 2021-04-05T20:14:07

Florida’s property market is facing unprecedented challenges and losses blamed in part on unscrupulous contractors looking to exploit residential homeowners policies for financial gain. St...

Agents: You Gotta Ask Clients About Their Gigs from 2021-03-29T10:00:19

If you haven’t listened to Dustyne Bryant, you’re about to get an earful. Talk about passion. When the personal lines academic director for the National Alliance gets on … Listen

EP. 10: Insurance Industry Stepping Up as Cyber Risks Mount for High-Net-Worth from 2021-03-24T10:00:30

Cyber attacks can strike any individual or business at any time, but on this episode of the Insuring Cyber Podcast, Insurance Journal’s Elizabeth Blosfield spoke with two guests … Listen

EP. 20: Big One80-Cannasure Deal Spotlights Growth, Interest in the Budding Space from 2021-03-18T10:00:12

The cannabis-focused insurance space can now be counted as part of a larger trend in recently announced business deals in cannabis. When Cannasure was sold in early March … Listen

InsureTech Connect Leader Targets Future of Work from 2021-03-15T10:00:48

Investor Caribou Honig is looking at opportunities in the “1099 economy” – legions of freelancers who are reshaping the traditional employment model. He co-founded the InsureTe...

SPONSORED: Why We Should Embrace Change from 2021-03-11T21:15:07

In 2021, if you’re not changing along with the industry and the consumers who are driving it, you’re getting behind. It’s time to embrace change.

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EP.9: Memory Lane: Returning to the Early Days of Cyber Coverage from 2021-03-10T10:00:15

With the sophistication of cyber attacks, claims growth, and now, a global pandemic driving an increasing number of businesses toward remote work, it’s no question the cyber insurance R...

Quintessence Ep. 2: Innovations in Insurance | Quantiphi Podcast Series from 2021-03-09T17:09:13

In recent months, many insurers have accelerated digital transformation to navigate the COVID-19 crisis and ensure business continuity. In this session, Dan Lopez, the Vice President of Shared &...

EP. 19: Cannabis SPACs Are Hot, but Insuring Them is Pricey and Complex from 2021-03-04T10:00:58

Business news has been ablaze with cannabis SPACs. Special purpose acquisition corporations, which many refer to as blank check companies formed to raise capital for the purpose of … Listen

Lessons for Marketers… And Moms from 2021-03-01T10:00:03

As we wrap up Insurance Careers Month, we check in with Emily Hathcoat, who’s navigated a career leading marketing teams for CNA and Risk Placement Services (RPS). How … Listen

February 2021: Severe Weather from 2021-02-26T21:15:02

Images depicting the severe weather that affected most of the U.S in February 2021.

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EP. 8: How a Social Media Fad Is Turning into a Cyber, Fraud Risk for Insurers from 2021-02-24T10:00:25

Anyone who uses social media has probably come across deepfakes, which refer to media such as videos, photos or audio that have been modified using artificial intelligence. Deepfakes … Listen

EP.18: Insuring Public Cannabis Companies is the Business to be in from 2021-02-18T19:27:59

Shares in cannabis companies soared during the trading week ending Feb. 12, spurred in part by interest similar to the recent Reddit-GameStop trading frenzy. But it’s not just … Listen

‘Rising Star’ Navigates Insurance Marketing from 2021-02-15T10:00:15

Continuing our February Insurance Careers Month series, we catch up with a bright young marketing star in Jennifer Edwards with Argo Group US. She recently received the Rising Star … Listen

Diversity, Resilience, Innovation: Altmaier’s NAIC Priorities for 2021 from 2021-02-11T01:35:12

Florida insurance chief David Altmaier has a busy year ahead, and it won’t just include overseeing one of the most dynamic and complicated insurance markets in the world. … Listen

EP. 7: New Year, New Threats? Cyber Pros Say Attacks Will Continue to Increase in 2021 from 2021-02-10T10:00:01

Although a new year is underway, many cyber professionals are saying the threat environment will only continue to ramp up in 2021. Cyber attacks are ranked as the … Listen

EP. 17: USC’s Cannabis Industry Club is All Business – Mostly from 2021-02-04T19:47:19

It turns out that business-focused cannabis clubs on college campuses are a thing. And they aren’t just an excuse to have keggers, pumpkin bongs, and pizza – though … Listen

How SIS Is Leveraging Technology & Education for its Growing Broker/Agent Network from 2021-02-02T01:31:47

In this episode of IJam, host Julie Tinney chats with Matt Horton, EVP at SIS Insure. Listen in and you’ll learn fun facts like: • Where SIS fits … Listen

Dairy Farmer Becomes Carrier CEO from 2021-02-01T10:00:08

How does that happen? Well, since February is Insurance Careers Month, let’s dive in, have some fun, and hear from Steve Linkous, CEO of Harford Mutual. (No, not … Listen

EP. 6: Making Waves: How New York Became a Leader in State Cyber Regulation from 2021-01-27T10:00:26

New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) Superintendent Linda Lacewell spoke with Elizabeth Blosfield during the most recent episode of the Insuring Cyber Podcast about how she R...

EP. 16: 2021: Year of the Purple Unicorn for Insuring Cannabis Pros from 2021-01-21T10:00:38

2020 was the year of COVID, the year of racial and political unrest, and the year most of us would like to forget. With a new year comes … Listen

COVID-19 Hits Home: Buckle Chairman Andrew Rear’s Story from 2021-01-21T00:44:29

Andrew Rear, a 30-year insurance industry veteran, has recently gained the dubious distinction of being a survivor of COVID-19. He is relieved, to say the least. “I’m just … Listen

Insurance “Intelligent Era” Looms, Futurist Says from 2021-01-18T10:00:01

One-third of insurance executives are worried that digital trends will leave them in a weaker position – or even cease to exist, according to research by futurist David … Listen

EP. 5: Expecting the Unexpected: Cyber Lessons from 2020 from 2021-01-13T10:00:38

What is the biggest lesson that cyber insurers should carry into 2021 after a year in which the COVID-19 pandemic took center stage? In the first Insuring Cyber … Listen

For 2021, Focus Inside First from 2021-01-04T10:00:56

The futurist Daniel Burrus says, “We spend the rest of our lives in the future, so doesn’t it make sense to plan it rather than just let it unfold in … Listen

Nutty Year for an Industry PR Pro from 2020-12-21T10:00:45

When your job is head of media relations for the Insurance Information Institute, aka Triple-I, you’re on the phone a lot. And these aren’t calls with friends and … Listen

EP. 4: What Cyber Insurers Should Know About the Federal Ransomware Advisories from 2020-12-16T10:00:26

As the COVID-19 pandemic and the switch to remote work have highlighted cyber risks and drawn attention to the various methods cyber attackers are using, ransomware has continued … Listen

SPONSORED: Transnational Organized Crime and Insurance Fraud with BAE Systems Applied Intelligence from 2020-12-16T10:00:12

BAE Systems Applied Intelligence Global Director, Counter Fraud Analytics and Insurance Solutions, Dennis Toomey, talks with Claims Insurance on the rise of Transnational Organized Crime and its...

ICS20 Soundbite: Legal Space Moving at Light Speed from 2020-12-14T18:41:17

Legal actions in the cannabis space are starting to catch up with the budding business. A panel of legal experts tackled an array of legal issues facing those … Listen

SPONSORED: What winning companies did right in 2020, and how you can beat your competition in 2021 from 2020-12-14T10:00:56

U.S. catastrophe losses are trending well above normal levels in 2020. The Atlantic hurricane season was so active that the National Hurricane Center ran out of alphabetical names … Listen

ICS20 Soundbite: Crop Risks Aplenty in 2020: Insurance Expert Explains from 2020-12-08T23:10:20

Crop and parametric products expert Evan Stait with Hub International gave a look at the cannabis crop lay of the land during Insurance Journal’s 2020 Insuring Cannabis Summit … Listen

ICS20 Soundbite: Capacity, Vaping Among Issues in Cannabis Industry Going Forward from 2020-12-08T20:44:55

Norman Ives, a wholesale insurance broker at Worldwide Facilities LLC specializing in custom insurance products and risk management for the cannabis industry, moderated a talk, State of the R...

“Our Best Year Ever, and We’re in Pajamas” from 2020-12-07T10:00:31

How was the 2020 performance for independent agency Ericson Insurance? “Our best year ever,” says principal Spencer Houldin. “And we’re doing it in our pajamas.” You’ll enjoy this … Listen

ICS20 Soundbite: Cannabis Industry at Diversity Crossroads from 2020-12-05T00:30:46

James Jackson III, a senior vice president at Mark Edward Partners, believes the cannabis industry is at a crossroads, where more growth is inevitable, but he wonders whether … Listen

ICS20 Soundbite: Green Wave Election Unpacked by Insurance Pro from 2020-12-04T02:21:59

One takeaway beyond the fact that cannabis initiatives went five-for-five in November, is the possible snowball effect. That was the message from Phillip Skaggs, counsel for the American …...

EP. 15: Election Results Loom in 2020 Haze of Cannabis News, Which States are Next in 2021 from 2020-12-03T18:34:40

Next year holds a great deal of promise for cannabis. The big promise, of course, would be Federal legalization, a possibility if Democrats win Georgia’s two Senate seats … Listen

ICS20 Soundbite: Newly Legal States Could Yield $6B in Revenue in Next Five Years from 2020-12-03T01:24:06

A clean sweep in state ballot initiatives, with Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota all passing adult use initiatives, and Mississippi passing a medical initiative, could translate &#...

EP. 3: Beneath the Surface: Why Insurers Should Look Beyond “the Tip of the A.I. Iceberg” from 2020-12-02T11:00:14

Nearly 75% of respondents in a recent survey from the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud and Shift Technology said they believe that among relevant technology, artificial intelligence (A.I.) will...

SPONSORED: The Rise of Fraud in Telehealth During Covid-19” from 2020-11-23T19:58

Dennis Toomey, Global Director of Counter Fraud Analytics and Insurance Solutions for BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, speaks with Insurance Journal’s Pamela Simpson about the role fraud plays ...

It’s Not Where We Work; It’s How from 2020-11-23T11:00:56

When the pandemic ends, will insurance agency owners and employees en masse return to the office? Some will. Some won’t, says Michael Howe, Applied’s EVP of product management. … Listen

Insuring Cannabis Summit 2020: Now On Demand! from 2020-11-20T11:00:51

Did you miss the Insuring Cannabis Summit 2020? It sucks to feel left out. Lucky for you, you can now watch all the panels and discussion on demand! … Listen

EP. 2: Forget the Stars, Insurers are Shooting for the Cloud from 2020-11-18T11:00:11

Recent research shows that more insurers are taking advantage of cloud technology for data storage and managing business functions. According to a 2018 report from Novarica called Cloud Adoption...

EP. 14: What an Election Green Wave in Five States Means for the Industry, Insurers from 2020-11-12T10:50:35

Elections Part II Nov. 3 came and went, and while there’s some still contentious feelings around who won the Presidential race and neither a blue nor red wave … Listen

Covid Ups the Ante for Artificial Intelligence from 2020-11-09T11:00:50

Meet Henriette Fleischmann, a rising insurtech star. She’s COO of Hosta Labs, which uses artificial intelligence to automate the detection of conditions, risks, materials and replacement values ...

IJ Academy Aftershow: Renting a Car? Don’t Think Twice About That Loss Damage Waiver from 2020-10-30T02:25:08

In this weeks IJ Academy Aftershow, Patrick and George welcomes David Thompson, instructor for this weeks class, Rental Ca...

EP. 13: How Election Results Could Greenlight Federal Cannabis Legalization from 2020-10-29T11:00:38

Nov. 3 is the big day, and while the big story for voters is the choice between diametrically opposed presidential candidates, the scent of cannabis legalization has quietly wafted over ballots ...

EP. 1: Insurance’s Digital Transformation in the COVID-19 Era from 2020-10-28T11:00:34

“Insurance is a technology industry now.”

 

That’s according to Todd Lukens, chief information security officer at Nationwide.

 

“You think about the enti...

Personal Vs. Corporate Brand: One and the Same? from 2020-10-26T11:00:29

What does a firm do when its people (e.g. salespeople) have a giant personality out in the marketplace? When they can appear even larger than the corporate brand itself? Interesting question, an...

EP. 12: Budtender Liability Soon to be a Thing? from 2020-10-15T22:12:11

A budtender can tell you the difference between Laughing Buddha and Acapulco Gold, or which vape pen may last the longest. But some of these experts at your friendly neighborhood dispensary are ...

Publisher Reflects on 50 Years of Insurance Fun from 2020-10-12T12:00:51

Normally we aim to peek into the future with our guests. On this recording, we check out the past. Mark Wells is an industry icon who’s been at the helm of Insurance Journal for the last 50 year...

SPONSORED: How to Make a Marketing Plan for Your Agency from 2020-10-02T23:40:07

A marketing plan is more than just tactics and a budget. It’s a guide to your agency’s marketing strategy. It will help you identify and reach your audience. ITC’s Chief Marketing Officer ...

EP. 11: Where Are All the Cannabis Lawsuits? from 2020-10-01T23:00:43

Remember the infamous McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit from the 1990s? If blazing java on a crotch had the makings for a juicy lawsuit, you’d think that plaintiff’s attorneys would be packing the c...

Increasing Diversity All About Dollars… And Sense from 2020-09-28T12:00:19

George Woods, a senior exec with Guy Carpenter, is an intriguing guest. He’s knowledgeable about insurance technology advances. You’ll hear about those on this recording. And he’s thoughtful abo...

EP. 10: Want to Do Business with the Cannabis Industry? Learn about Sales Fatigue First from 2020-09-17T00:18:06

If you’re unfamiliar with the term “sales fatigue” and you’re trying to do business in the cannabis industry, take a seat and listen up. We also asked experts in this week’s sales-focused Insuri...

VIDEO: Carrier Management ExecTalk: COVID-19: An Industry Wake-Up Call from 2020-09-16T20:35:47

As part of Carrier Management’s new ExecTalk series, Tracey Gibbons, senior vice president, underwriting, at Third Point Re, discusses how COVID-19 has been a wake-up call for the re/insurance i...

Lockton Re: Creating Choice in Reinsurance with Talent, Analytics, Relationships from 2020-09-16T20:29:22

In March 2019, independent broker Lockton, sensing that a consolidating reinsurance market was lacking choice, made a major commitment to globally expand its reinsurance operations. Since then i...