Insurance Journal Podcast

📖 Join George Jack and Patrick Wraight in this episode of the IJA Aftershow as they discuss the new class, Cannabis and the Homeowners’ Policy, with Michael Koscielny. 📚

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💻🌐 Check out more highlights from the RIMS Risk World Conference in San Diego! Elizabeth Blosfield from Carrier Management sat down with Bob Parisi, Head of Cyber Solutions for North America at Munich Re, to discuss the evolving cyber risk landscape. 🛡️ Bob highlights the dual nature of AI in cybersecurity – as both a threat and a defense. 🔍 He also discusses the importance of strategic implementation.

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Think you’ve heard it all when it comes to the sort of information that is sometimes left off policy forms? Think again. Kieran O’Rourke, underwriting manager for Cannasure, has seen a few key pieces of information left off insurance forms. O’Rourke, who is kind of a “buck stops here” type, has also seen some key pieces of info absent on submissions. But he doesn’t mind too much. He’s been doing this awhile, and he had some good insight for insuring cannabis specialists in our latest podcast.

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🌿 In an insightful discussion on cannabis claims, Kieran O’Rourke evaluates the complexities and strategic decisions involved in handling frequent small claims versus single large claims in the insurance sector. 🍃 This webinar covers, claims in dispensaries, product liability, lawsuits, and coverage disputes with Charles Pyfrom, Erich Schutz, Kieran J. O’Rourke, and Michael Hall.

Click here to watch the full webinar, Insuring Cannabis Claims: A Look at Trends, Surprises & Concerns.

#CannabisClaims #InsuranceSector #ProductLiability #LegalDisputes #ClaimsHandling #InsuringCannabis #Webinar #IndustryTrends

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⛳🎉 In this Golfertainment podcast clip, George, Patrick, and Kevin kick things off with a fascinating discussion on Hole in One Insurance! 🏌️‍♂️

Join them as they unravel the mystery behind this unique insurance concept. Discover how this insurance covers prize money for golfers who achieve the ultimate feat—a hole in one! 💰🏆

But wait, there’s more! Learn about other intriguing coverages offered by Hole in One International, including putting contest coverages, weather insurance, and promotion insurance. 🌧️☂️

🔊 Click here to catch the full episode and explore more golfing insurance insights! ⬇️#GolfEntertainment #HoleInOneInsurance #InsuranceInsights #GolfLife

Have you ever heard of Hole in One Insurance or similar concepts? Share your thoughts with us in the comments! 👇

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🎥 Reporting from RIMS Risk World in San Diego! Andrea Wells sat down with Aldo Fucentese, SVP Chief Underwriting Officer and Construction Practice Leader at Liberty Mutual Insurance. Together, they tackled crucial topics including liability claims, construction claims, and more. 💼🌍 #RiskManagement  #RIMSRiskWorld 🌟

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On this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Rajeev Gupta, co-founder and chief product officer at Cowbell, discusses how the InsurTech is working to stay innovative in a fast-changing cyber environment and how insurers can do the same. He talks about how the cyber risk landscape has changed in 2024, how generative AI is being used both by cyber criminals and cyber insurers, and the best strategies for insurers to stay on top of the threats.

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🤖 In this excerpt from Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024, experts discuss the critical need for insurers to adapt and refine cyber risk models amidst the fast-paced evolution of cyber threats 💻 emphasizing the importance of a multifaceted approach to manage accumulation risk effectively.

Key points covered:

#CyberInsurance #RiskManagement #CyberThreats #InsuranceIndustry #ModelAdaptability #DataAnalytics #CyberRisk #AccumulationRisk #CyberSecurity

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Leaders in the insurance sector share insights on infusing company values into 🤖 AI systems, adapting employee training for AI integration, and anticipating the evolution of roles in the industry amidst technological transformation. 💻

To learn more about this, click here to watch the full episode of Between the Lines!

#InsuranceSector #AIIntegration #CompanyValues #EmployeeTraining #TechnologicalTransformation #FutureRoles

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🏌️‍♂️⛳ Tune in to the latest episode of the Golfertainment podcast for a hilarious and insightful discussion on golf-related liability! From wayward shots to unexpected encounters on the course, George Jack, Patrick Wraight, and Kevin Amrhein cover it all. 🎙️

Join them as they share anecdotes, legal insights, and even some chat with ChatGPT! 🤖 You won’t want to miss this blend of humor and knowledge.

🔊 Click here to listen to the full episode now. #GolfTertainment #Podcast #GolfLiability #LegalInsights #ChatGPT

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🎙️🎉 Dive into the latest podcast episode of Golfertainment. In this snippet, George, Patrick, and Kevin delve into the realm of golf movies and sequels. 🏌️‍♂️ From the legendary Happy Gilmore to classics like Caddyshack, they explore why some films get sequels while others don’t.

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#Golfertainment #Podcast #HappyGilmore2 #GolfMovies #Sequels #Discussion 🎧

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💬 In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, George Jack talks with Walt Gerano about the latest class, Rules of Engagement in Selling.

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#SalesTips #ProfessionalDevelopment #JoinTheAcademy

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🌿 In the rapidly evolving landscape of cannabis insurance, industry experts discuss the unique challenges and significant shifts in underwriting practices due to prolonged claims and the implications for pricing and risk management. 🍃 This webinar covers, claims in dispensaries, product liability, lawsuits, and coverage disputes with Charles Pyfrom, Erich Schutz, Kieran J. O’Rourke, and Michael Hall.

Click here to watch the full webinar, Insuring Cannabis Claims: A Look at Trends, Surprises & Concerns.

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🤖 As AI transforms insurance claims processing, concerns around data privacy, accuracy, and bias emerge. Insurers must implement robust safeguards to navigate these risks and ensure customer trust. 🔒🎯

Click here to watch Elizabeth’s interview with Serena Chan, partner and head of innovation and design at global technology and management consultancy, CAPCO.

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As AI continues to reshape the insurance industry, new positions like prompt engineers and data architects are emerging, requiring not only technical expertise but also adaptability and a willingness to evolve rapidly alongside the evolving landscape.

To learn more about this, click here to watch the full episode of Between the Lines!

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🚀  Discover how AI is revolutionizing claims processing, underwriting accuracy, customer service enhancements, talent recruitment, secure payment systems, and cybersecurity strategies within the insurance sector – AI for everything!

🌟  Join all-star panelists and engage with industry leaders and innovators who are driving AI advancements in insurance, providing valuable insights and expertise on the future of InsurTech.

🤖 Exciting Competitions: Participate in avatar creation and trivia challenges with a chance to win prizes totaling over $3,500, adding an interactive and fun dimension to this forward-thinking event.

🎟️ For tickets and the full schedule of speakers and sessions, visit theinsurtechsummit.com. 🎟️

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Office culture expert Warren Wright pays a return visit to “On Point” with a snappy review of the five (count ‘em!) generations now in the workforce. It’s an existential clash of personalities, preferences — even demands. What are managers to make of this? Yes, workaholic older leaders are retiring at rapid rates, but as a group they still rule the roost. Warren serves up lots of helpful advice and examples to navigate the generation gap up and down: foster collaboration and inclusion; promote work-life balance; emphasize recognition and frequent feedback; provide meaningful work, and embrace new technologies. Whether you’re a small retail agency principal or a global organization executive, you’ll think differently when you listen as Warren lays out these fascinating realities.

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In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, George talks with Nancy Germond about the latest class, Getting Back to Work: Workers’ Comp and the Social Determinants of Health.

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Want further proof that the cannabis industry is no longer the “red-headed stepchild” it is too often viewed as? Just ask TJ Frost. Frost is the president of Symphony Grow, which recently launched a captive program that Frost sees as evidence that the industry has arrived – it’s reached the point of maturity and respect. We spoke with Frost about the program, what sort of companies they are targeting, and why he thinks the program will grow.

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On this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Serena Chan, partner and head of innovation and design at global technology and management consultancy, CAPCO, discussed how she’s seeing artificial intelligence shaping the claims industry and how AI technology can be used to fight fraudulent claims. Check it out!

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In this clip from Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024, industry experts highlight a growing trend towards collaboration between insurers and their clients to proactively manage cyber risks, emphasizing education, technology, and shared strategies for improved security.

Some key points from the webinar include:

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As businesses increasingly leverage AI in HR processes, such as performance evaluation analysis and resume matching, the ethical challenges of potential bias and discrimination must be carefully addressed to ensure fair and compliant practices.

To learn more, watch the full episode of Between the Lines!

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In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, George and Patrick talk about the latest class, Waiting on the Grand Reopening: Business Income Essentials.

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🎙️ Join George Jack and the Florida Insurance men, Kevin Amrhein and Patrick Wright, as they dive into a variety of topics including golf, insurance, ChatGPT, and the latest from the Masters Tournament. They share fun anecdotes about their golf experiences and discuss hole-in-one insurance and golf-related liability cases. Don’t miss their lively banter and expert insights on the state of Florida’s insurance market. Whether you’re a golf enthusiast or an insurance professional, this episode has something for you! 🎧

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As geopolitical tensions rise, cyberattacks are increasingly shaping the landscape of international conflicts and posing significant challenges for businesses and insurers alike. Check out the full episode with Carrier Management’s Elizabeth Blosfield and Dave Lewison, executive vice president at Amwins Brokerage Group.

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Join us on Tuesday, May 21st, for a groundbreaking one-day event where technology meets insurance: AI for Everything! This summit is your gateway to exploring the most innovative AI applications in the industry, from claims processing and underwriting to enhancing customer experiences and revolutionizing talent acquisition. Carrier Management Deputy Editor, Elizabeth Blosfield and Insurance Journal’s Vice President of Content, Andrea Wells will be hosting this virtual event!

Click here to register for free today and save your spot!

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Discover how businesses are leveraging AI to jumpstart policy creation, optimize job descriptions, and streamline onboarding processes, transforming HR operations for enhanced efficiency and employee experience in this excerpt from Between the Lines!

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Discover exclusive bonus footage from our recent webinar event featuring Erica Wood, M.S., CNTC, Chief People Officer at Cover Whale. Erica shares insightful perspectives on how Cover Whale leverages AI to transform HR processes, drive quicker decision-making, and cultivate a culture of ongoing enhancement. Additionally, she explores the emerging roles of Chief AI Officers in modern organizations.

If you missed the live session, watch the full episode of ‘Between the Lines’ on-demand here.

Don’t miss out on these invaluable insights!

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Coterie Insurance emphasizes the importance of comprehensive training and a human-centered approach to prepare employees for collaborating with AI technology, ensuring successful integration and optimization.

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Newfront leads the charge in redefining employee training and roles within insurance, emphasizing skepticism and accountability in AI interactions, while leveraging technology to streamline tasks and empower professionals to focus on client-centric solutions, in this excerpt from Between the Lines!

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In this episode of iJam, Valerie Foster, senior vice president, chief marketing officer at Berkley Alliance Managers joins Julie & Derence in a wide-ranging discussion of the ins & outs of insurance marketing. She makes predictions about the future, shares her most favorite marketing campaign, gives advice to those just starting in the industry, and much more!

About Valerie Foster: She is responsible for their brand, marketing, social media, digital marketing, media relations and communication strategies at Berkley Alliance Managers. She brings more than 30 years of experience in strategic marketing and communications in the financial services and technology industries, including 18 years in the specialty insurance sector. She has expertise in all facets of business-to-business marketing including brand management, communications, integrated campaigns, thought leadership and digital marketing.

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Commercial auto is a tough topic in any business segment, and as I like to make mention of a lot, it’s tougher still for cannabis businesses. This brings me to delivery, which is becoming a big business where it’s allowed – everywhere from California to Connecticut. One can imagine the needs around such operations, especially the insurance and risk management needs. To get a handle on what’s happening with insurance and the cannabis delivery market, I spoke with Griffen Kapulica, Broker Relationship Manager for Fairmatic, a commercial insurance company delivering data-driven fleet insurance using AI-powered technology and telematics. We looped into the conversation Chris Boden, a long-focused cannabis insurance broker and vice president of the Wholesale Cannabis Division for PL Risk.

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On this installment, Meg McKeen opens up on why and how we owe it to our well-being to question the status quo of our individual career situation. And she’s a living case study. Meg worked for two decades in insurance underwriting and sales, had an epiphany, and left for a break that led to a consultancy. “I had built skills that didn’t translate into anything other than insurance,” she says. “I found myself in the weeds. I was dealing with accounting discrepancies, commission reconciliations, people not paying bills, and bully board members trying to school me on insurance after I had 20 years in the business. I was empowered but not feeling powerful. I felt I was playing small in that moment. I felt that if I blinked, 10 more years would go by and I’d be in the same place. People who have made a career in insurance deserve a better experience.” Meg’s mission is to help managers learn how to create that experience. You’ll enjoy listening to these insightful and expressive words.

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Join George and Patrick in this episode of the IJA Aftershow as they talk with Tom Wetzel about the latest class, Artificial Intelligence and Insurance Agents – Panic or Promise Revised?

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On this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Dave Lewison, executive vice president at Amwins Brokerage Group, discusses how cyber insurers are managing rising geopolitical tensions and their impact on the insurance industry. He talks about the growing role that cyber attacks are playing in global conflicts and what that means for cyber insurers as they examine their approach to coverage. Check it out!

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🌱 Join Insurance Journal and Don Jergler as he moderates a webinar featuring four leading experts delving into the cannabis insurance claims landscape, covering dispensary claims, product liability issues, lawsuits, coverage disputes, and more.

🆕 It will include industry experts: Charles V. Pyfrom, CMO at CannGen Insurance Services, Erich Schutz, VP & Cannabis Practice Leader at Jencap Specialty Insurance Services, Kieran J. O’Rourke Director of Underwriting at Cannasure Insurance Services LLC, and Michael Hall, VP & Cannabis Department Manager for Golden Bear Insurance Co.

Main Points in this webinar:

Dispensary Claims: Expert insights into the unique challenges and trends surrounding insurance claims within cannabis dispensaries, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Product Liability: Examination of the evolving landscape of product liability issues in the cannabis industry, with a focus on best practices for insurers and businesses to navigate potential risks and claims. Legal Landscape: Insights into recent lawsuits and coverage disputes within the cannabis insurance sector, along with proactive measures to address legal challenges and ensure comprehensive coverage for industry stakeholders.

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As the insurance sector grapples with mounting cyber risks, in this excerpt from Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024, experts underscore the pivotal role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity measures and managing data privacy, amidst a landscape where both defenders and attackers leverage advanced technologies.

Main points covered:

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In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, George and Patrick talk with Scott Margraves about the latest class, Cyber Insurance – Where in the World is Coverage?

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In this excerpt from Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024, insurance leaders advocate for focusing on individual account security controls to mitigate both attritional and systemic cyber risks, while also refining portfolio management strategies.

Topics include:

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Clara Analytics is leading the way in encouraging insurance carriers to overcome hesitation and effectively utilize AI technology, ensuring competitive advantage and compliance in the evolving landscape of insurance litigation.

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The insurance industry is grappling with the integration of artificial intelligence, balancing excitement for innovation with concerns about losing the human touch. In this episode of Between the Lines, experts will discuss strategies for insurers to maintain a human element while leveraging AI in various aspects of human resources, addressing risks and opportunities such as data privacy, regulation, and bias.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

A special thank you to Fleet Response for sponsoring this episode!

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In this short clip from Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024, experts delve into the escalating cyber threats and systemic risks facing insurers, emphasizing the need for preparedness against interconnected market disruptions.

Key points include:

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What’s the current state and future of telematics? We check in with John Barbagallo, advisor to SambaSafety, which provides cloud-based risk management tools to monitor driver and vehicle behavior. John is former president of commercial lines at Progressive, where he led innovation in telematics as well as the growth of the carrier from a regional nonstandard player to a national powerhouse. The commercial auto market “is under a lot of stress right now,” he says. “It’s a dynamic messy environment with carriers struggling, costs going up faster than rates, there is churn, and less stability in the driver pool.” In light of the challenges, technology offers actionable, real-time information for carriers, brokers and their clients. On this recording, John unpacks key findings of a survey of agents and carriers on telematics usage and expected expansion.

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According to Ben Rockwell, division president of Chubb Middle Market, climate change factors into where leaders choose to locate their businesses, and it also plays a role in deciding how assets will be protected.

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In this episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Tyler Jones, chief marketing officer for Clara Analytics, joined the podcast from InsurTech NY in Manhattan to discuss how artificial intelligence can be used to help insurers fight social inflation. He discussed how the models can be used to predict and fight back against litigation in claims, and how Clara Analytics is seeking to help insurers harness these tools. Check it out!

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In this excerpt from the Weathering the Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024 webinar, this discussion focuses on cyber accumulation risk where experts highlight the pervasive threat of systemic events impacting insurers’ portfolios underscoring the urgent need for preparedness.

Key topics include:

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Middle-market companies posted record economic growth and revenue gains in the second half of 2023, according to a recent indicator survey by Chubb. Ben Rockwell, division president of Chubb Middle Market, recently shared that while favorable momentum around growth and investment is a hallmark of the report, headwinds do exist.

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The 2024 cyber threat landscape, marked by a ransomware resurgence and escalating privacy challenges, is the focus of this webinar, “Weathering the Cyber Storm: Cyber Insurance Risk in 2024,” Watch this excerpt as they lay out expert strategies for navigating and mitigating these evolving risks.

Including these topics:

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In this episode of the IJA Aftershow, George talks with Rick Pitts and Diane Smith about the latest class, Excess and Surplus Lines – Doing Business Well in a Hard Market.

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