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WRIN.tv People in the News features Cooper Gay, Brightside, Marsh, ICBC, Ansvar, Gulf Re and New Ocean
In this edition of WRIN.tv’s People in the News, these are the people making headlines in the risk and insurance industry: Cooper Gay, Brightside, Marsh, ICBC, Ansvar, Gulf Re and New Ocean Watch more
Comments(0) 05 Dec 2013
Dr. Robert Hartwig from the I.I.I on TRIA, National Flood Insurance Program and the Affordable Care Act.
In the second of a two-part discussion, Dr. Robert Hartwig, president and economist at the Insurance Information institute, discusses recent legislation affecting the U.S. insurance market including TRIA, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Affordable Care Act. Watch more
Comments(0) 04 Dec 2013
EY Global Regulatory Series: Business and regulatory challenges in emerging markets
According to Mr. Martin, a number of the same themes businesses are dealing with in developed countries are now being addressed in emerging markets. Watch more
Comments(0) 03 Dec 2013
I.I.I. President Dr. Robert Hartwig believes "all eyes" will be on new Fed chair and the impact changing policies will have on insurance in 2014.
In the first of a 2-part discussion, WRIN.tv analyst Tim Kelly speaks with Dr. Robert Hartwig, president and economist at the Insurance Information Institute on the floor of the NASDAQ in NY Watch more
Comments(0) 02 Dec 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 25 - November 29, 2013.
IRMI Constrution Risk Conference - President of Travelers Construction, Chairman of the Alberici Corporation, a risk manager from Balfour Beatty, Brady Companies, Frost Brown Todd, Duininck Corp, EY Global Series: Solvency II, and A.M. Best Watch more
Comments(0) 01 Dec 2013
Commercial mortgages are growing in popularity as an investment among life insurers.
In highlights from A.M. Best’s First Monday series, Jim Gillard and Ken Johnson visit with host John Weber to discuss the trend that has commercial mortgages now the second largest asset class in the portfolios of life insurers Watch more
Comments(0) 29 Nov 2013
What are the characteristics of an emerging market a report from A.M. Best
Many companies have centered their growth strategy on so-called "emerging markets." But what are the characteristics of an emerging market? Are all emerging markets equally attractive? Can the real opportunities in emerging markets be identified? Watch more
Comments(0) 28 Nov 2013
SVP of Risk Management at Balfour Beatty on the state of the construction industry, emerging risk and more
Ed Littleton, SVP of Risk Management from Balfour Beatty which is one of the nation’s largest building contractors. Here he discusses the state of the industry, emerging risk and what he expects from his risk management advisors. Watch more
Comments(0) 27 Nov 2013
Challenges ahead for the German insurance market…according to A.M. Best.
Germany’s economy has been a stand-out among EU countries. There is pressure on German insurance companies coming , however, from low interest rates, declining investment income and European flood losses Watch more
Comments(0) 27 Nov 2013
EY Regulatory Series: Advice from an EY Insurance Partner on preparing an infrastructure for effective risk management to comply with Solvency II.
In the second of a two-part program on the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein continues his conversation with Clive Martin, where the topic turns to steps companies can take to prepare and build out their risk management infrastructure in accordance with Solvency II Watch more
Comments(0) 27 Nov 2013
Attorney at Frost Brown Todd offers construction executives some free advice on avoiding risks.
More and more, lawyers are involved in identifying risks that can impact a company's bottom line. Scott Gurney, an attorney at Frost Brown Todd out of Cincinnati spoke about complex and emerging risks, and gave some free advice to Construction executives Watch more
Comments(0) 26 Nov 2013
EY Regulatory Series: EY Insurance Partner assesses the implementation of Solvency II.
In the first of a two part program on the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein welcomes Clive Martin, an Insurance Partner with EY, for a discussion on Solvency II and what steps companies can take to prepare and build out their risk management infrastructure Watch more
Comments(0) 26 Nov 2013
President of Travelers Construction sees evolving technologies, an aging population and a smaller, less qualified labor force among emerging risks for contractors
Rick Keegan, president of Travelers Construction and a sponsor of the Gary E. Bird Horizon Award presented at the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference discusses factors affecting growth in the construction sector, emerging risks,and his outlook for the coming year Watch more
Comments(0) 25 Nov 2013
Creativity is key to award winning wellness program at Duininck.
Duininck received The Gary E. Bird Horizon Award at the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference for its innovative wellness program. According to Rick Maursetter, head of Human Resources at Duininck, construction risk is hard to manage because of the many variables Watch more
Comments(0) 25 Nov 2013
Expansion and technology pose risks for recovering construction industry...says Chairman of the Alberici Corporation
At the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference, John Alberici, Chairman of the Alberici Corporation, discussed how the construction business has changed, the emerging risks that concern him most, and his outlook for the future Watch more
Comments(0) 25 Nov 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 18 - November 22, 2013.
WRIN.tv Global Round-up: Super Typhoon Haiyan; Affordable Care Act, TRIA, China's first online insurer, ILS market; IRMI Constrution Risk Conference - Chairman of American Contractors Insurance Group, and IRMI President and CEO, A Risk Manager with Brady Companies, President of Commercial Markets at Zurich North America Watch more
Comments(0) 24 Nov 2013
Duininck receives Gary E. Bird Horizon Award for innovation with corporate “Wellness” program.
Each year, IRMI recognizes innovation in construction risk management through The Gary E. Bird Horizon Award, named after Gary Bird, a risk management expert lost on 9-11. WRIN.tv spoke with several of those involved in the award ceremony Watch more
Comments(0) 22 Nov 2013
Construction industry needs to invest in research to compete globally…according to Executive Chairman of Pankow
WRIN.tv spoke with Rik Kunnath about innovation, and opportunities in the Construction industry. Rik is Executive Chairman of the Board at Pankow, a leading General Contractor based in California, and a keynote speaker at the IRMI Construction Risk Conference. Watch more
Comments(0) 21 Nov 2013
Beware the not-so-standard clauses in builders risk policies…advice from a partner from the Saxe, Doernberger & Vita law firm
Builders must examine policies very closely to determine the coverage they are buying, according to Tracy Alan Saxe, a partner at the law firm of Saxe Doernberger & Vita. Watch more
Comments(0) 21 Nov 2013
VP of Risk Management at multinational construction company sees need for more technical expertise among brokers, advisors and consultants
WRIN.tv spoke with Bill Noonan, Vice President of Risk Management at Structure Tone, about the challenges of managing construction exposures across borders. Watch more
Comments(0) 21 Nov 2013
“Safety should be part of risk management, not a stepchild of risk management”…according to President of Construction Risk Associates.
WRIN.tv spoke with Frank Keres, President of Construction Risk Associates, during the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference. Mr. Keres believes the biggest factors affecting growth in the construction industry today is the economy, and how it has hurt the work force Watch more
Comments(0) 20 Nov 2013
Construction industry needs private capital; insurers and brokers should go on-site to better understand risk…says Risk Manager at The Brady Companies
David Dolnick is Risk Manager at The Brady Companies, a construction and development firm in California and he shares his thoughts on the state of the construction industry, the “not-so-unique” nature of construction risk, and what he looks for from insurers and intermediaries in helping him manage his insurance programs Watch more
Comments(0) 20 Nov 2013
President of Commercial Markets at Zurich North America suggests technology and Big Data can foster better understanding of risk and help construction clients grow.
WRIN.tv spoke with Craig Fundum, President Commercial Markets at Zurich North America where he discusses the state of the construction industry and how carriers can help construction clients grow. Watch more
Comments(0) 20 Nov 2013
Chairman of American Contractors Insurance Group and IRMI President/CEO on the state of the construction industry, emerging risks and the IRMI Construction Risk Conference
The IRMI Construction Risk Conference convenes in San Diego with great uncertainty looming, including federal spending cuts, unemployment, a sluggish economy, changing interest rates and bank lending environment. Watch more
Comments(0) 19 Nov 2013
Global Roundup: AIR on Haiyan losses; Changes to Obamacare/Belly Button tax; TRIA testimony; China's first online insurer; ILS growth
AIR Worldwide est. damages from Haiyan between $6.5 -$14.5 billion; Affordable Care Act administrative fix; "Belly Button tax" under attack; TRIA; China's first online insurer; ILS to grow to $150 billion by 2018. Watch more
Comments(0) 18 Nov 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 11 - November 15, 2013
WRIN.tv Global Round-up: Super Typhoon Haiyan; RSA suspended three executives in its Ireland operation; Mandatory disaster insurance coverage for nuclear power plants in the EU; President Obama announced an administrative fix to ACA; Side A D&O; EY Regulatory Series on FCA; President of WRIN.tv on video in insurance Watch more
Comments(0) 17 Nov 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review September 30 - October 4, 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review September 30 - October 4, 2013 Watch more
06 Oct 2013
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Leonardi describes shortcomings in approaches to SIFI and G-SIII designations
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Leonardi describes shortcomings in approaches to SIFI and G-SIII designations Watch more
10 Oct 2013
Scott Littlejohn from BMO Capital Markets looks at the impact of mindset, regulation, rating agencies and technology on M&A strategies.
Scott Littlejohn from BMO Capital Markets looks at the impact of mindset, regulation, rating agencies and technology on M&A strategies Watch more
10 Oct 2013
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner discusses the benefits of Principle-Based Reserving
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner discusses the benefits of Principle-Based Reserving Watch more
16 Oct 2013
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner discusses FSB Peer Review of US regulatory system and status of Comm Frame
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner discusses FSB Peer Review of US regulatory system and status of Comm Frame Watch more
14 Oct 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review October 7 - October 11, 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review October 7 - October 11, 2013 Watch more
13 Oct 2013
Boris Lukan from Deloitte on how headwinds and available capital are influencing M&As in insurance
Boris Lukan from Deloitte on how headwinds and available capital are influencing M&As in insurance Watch more
17 Oct 2013
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Managing Director says insurances M&A are driven by search for growth.
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Managing Director says insurances M&A are driven by search for growth Watch more
14 Oct 2013
Sean McDermott from Towers Watson on the strategies that are driving mergers and acquisitions in the insurance industry
Sean McDermott from Towers Watson on the strategies that are driving mergers and acquisitions in the insurance industry Watch more
17 Oct 2013
Evolving insurance regulation and ERM influence M&A strategies, according to a partner at Debevoise & Plimpton.
Evolving insurance regulation and ERM influence M&A strategies, according to a partner at Debevoise & Plimpton. Watch more
16 Oct 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review October 14 - October 18, 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review October 7 - October 11, 2013 Watch more
20 Oct 2013
Surplus Lines underwriters rebounding from Sandy, according to A.M. Best
Superstorm Sandy had a major impact on the performance of Surplus Lines carriers over the past year, reversing positive trends from previous years. Watch more
30 Oct 2013
A.M. Best is “pessimistic” of struggling Long Term Care segment
According to A.M. Best, Long Term Care is a “hi risk” line of business, and the rating agency has a “pessimistic view on the sector. Watch more
01 Nov 2013
IRMI Chairman comments on trends affecting building projects and the upcoming Construction Risk Conference.
William McIntyre is Chairman of American Contractors Insurance Group as well as Chairman of IRMI. In this WRIN.tv exclusive, he discusses recent trends affecting building projects. Watch more
01 Nov 2013
A.M. Best Looks at Canadian Insurance Market
It’s been a difficult year for Canadian insurers, with several CAT events affecting results. Watch more
31 Oct 2013
NRRA Vice Chairman discusses the Liability Risk Retention Act and efforts to protect the rights of RRGs
NRRA Vice Chairman discusses the Liability Risk Retention Act and efforts to protect the rights of RRGs Watch more
07 Oct 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review October 28 - November 1, 2013
The EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series continued with the Chairman of Insurance Risk Solutions, Superstorm Sandy remained a hot topic at the Annual Meeting of PCI, A.M. Best, AIG Product Recall and more Watch more
03 Nov 2013
EY says insurers are “only playing at the digital game.”
A new report from EY suggests that despite ambitious goals, insurers are “only playing at the digital game.” With technology transforming consumer behavior and forcing executives to reassess their business models Watch more
04 Nov 2013
Rick Betterley Reports: Private Company Management Liability…The Options and Opportunities
Private Company Management Liability products can include several lines of coverage into a single policy. While many are familiar with D&O coverage for public companies, the private company market has been growing fast Watch more
05 Nov 2013
WRIN.tv Global Roundup: Super Typhoon Haiyan, RSA Ireland hurting earnings, EC pushes mandatory coverage for nuclear plants; Obamacare struggling, and…
Super Typhoon Haiyan, RSA Insurance Ireland, EC Commissioner- mandatory disaster insurance coverage for nuclear plants; Obamacare; and interview with WRIN.tv President. Watch more
11 Nov 2013
IRMI President and CEO comments on changes to ISOs CGL Form and its impact on contractors and the upcoming Construction Risk Conference.
Jack Gibson, President and CEO of IRMI, and co chair of the IRMI Construction Risk Conference discusses how changes to ISO’s Standard CGL Form will affect contractors and the upcoming Construction Risk Conference Watch more
08 Nov 2013
EY Regulatory Series: Solvency II Equivalency and ORSA in the global markets with Willis Re’s David Simmons and Nick Lowe from the IUA
Solvency II requirements are expected to be adopted across Europe by 2016. However, if insurers in the rest of the world do not adopt the fundamentals of Solvency II, it could put EU insurers at a disadvantage Watch more
07 Nov 2013
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 4 - November 8, 2013
The EY Global Regulatory Series with a two-part discussion on Solvency II; The publisher of the Betterley Report; A survey by EY suggests insurers are “only playing at the digital game.” IRMI CEO and President Watch more
10 Nov 2013
Rick Betterley Reports: Surprises in the Side A D&O Liability Insurance Market
In light of uncollectible Management Liability claims reported in the press, board members are asking whether their D&O protection is reliable. The market has responded with a variety of products that provide separate and/or broader coverage for board members described as Side A coverage. Watch more
14 Nov 2013
President of Commercial Markets at Zurich North America suggests technology and Big Data can foster better understanding of risk and help construction…
WRIN.tv spoke with Craig Fundum, President Commercial Markets at Zurich North America where he discusses the state of the construction industry and how carriers can help construction clients grow. Watch more
20 Nov 2013
Global Roundup: AIR on Haiyan losses; Changes to Obamacare/Belly Button tax; TRIA testimony; China's…
AIR Worldwide est. damages from Haiyan between $6.5 -$14.5 billion; Affordable Care Act administrative fix; "Belly Button tax" under attack; TRIA; China's first online insurer; ILS to grow to $150 billion by 2018.
Construction industry needs to invest in research to compete globally…according to Executive Chairma…
WRIN.tv spoke with Rik Kunnath about innovation, and opportunities in the Construction industry. Rik is Executive Chairman of the Board at Pankow, a leading General Contractor based in California, and a keynote speaker at the IRMI Construction Risk Conference.
Chairman of American Contractors Insurance Group and IRMI President/CEO on the state of the construc…
The IRMI Construction Risk Conference convenes in San Diego with great uncertainty looming, including federal spending cuts, unemployment, a sluggish economy, changing interest rates and bank lending environment.
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 11 - November 15, 2013
WRIN.tv Global Round-up: Super Typhoon Haiyan; RSA suspended three executives in its Ireland operation; Mandatory disaster insurance coverage for nuclear power plants in the EU; President Obama announced an administrative fix to ACA; Side A D&O; EY Regulatory Series on FCA; President of WRIN.tv on video in insurance
“Safety should be part of risk management, not a stepchild of risk management”…according to Presiden…
WRIN.tv spoke with Frank Keres, President of Construction Risk Associates, during the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference. Mr. Keres believes the biggest factors affecting growth in the construction industry today is the economy, and how it has hurt the work force
Construction industry needs private capital; insurers and brokers should go on-site to better unders…
David Dolnick is Risk Manager at The Brady Companies, a construction and development firm in California and he shares his thoughts on the state of the construction industry, the “not-so-unique” nature of construction risk, and what he looks for from insurers and intermediaries in helping him manage his insurance programs
President of Travelers Construction sees evolving technologies, an aging population and a smaller, l…
Rick Keegan, president of Travelers Construction and a sponsor of the Gary E. Bird Horizon Award presented at the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference discusses factors affecting growth in the construction sector, emerging risks,and his outlook for the coming year
Duininck receives Gary E. Bird Horizon Award for innovation with corporate “Wellness” program.
Each year, IRMI recognizes innovation in construction risk management through The Gary E. Bird Horizon Award, named after Gary Bird, a risk management expert lost on 9-11. WRIN.tv spoke with several of those involved in the award ceremony
VP of Risk Management at multinational construction company sees need for more technical expertise a…
WRIN.tv spoke with Bill Noonan, Vice President of Risk Management at Structure Tone, about the challenges of managing construction exposures across borders.
Beware the not-so-standard clauses in builders risk policies…advice from a partner from the Saxe, Do…
Builders must examine policies very closely to determine the coverage they are buying, according to Tracy Alan Saxe, a partner at the law firm of Saxe Doernberger & Vita.
Attorney at Frost Brown Todd offers construction executives some free advice on avoiding risks.
More and more, lawyers are involved in identifying risks that can impact a company's bottom line. Scott Gurney, an attorney at Frost Brown Todd out of Cincinnati spoke about complex and emerging risks, and gave some free advice to Construction executives
WRIN.tv Week In Review: November 18 - November 22, 2013.
WRIN.tv Global Round-up: Super Typhoon Haiyan; Affordable Care Act, TRIA, China's first online insurer, ILS market; IRMI Constrution Risk Conference - Chairman of American Contractors Insurance Group, and IRMI President and CEO, A Risk Manager with Brady Companies, President of Commercial Markets at Zurich North America
Expansion and technology pose risks for recovering construction industry...says Chairman of the Albe…
At the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference, John Alberici, Chairman of the Alberici Corporation, discussed how the construction business has changed, the emerging risks that concern him most, and his outlook for the future
SVP of Risk Management at Balfour Beatty on the state of the construction industry, emerging risk an…
Ed Littleton, SVP of Risk Management from Balfour Beatty which is one of the nation’s largest building contractors. Here he discusses the state of the industry, emerging risk and what he expects from his risk management advisors.
Creativity is key to award winning wellness program at Duininck.
Duininck received The Gary E. Bird Horizon Award at the 2013 IRMI Construction Risk Conference for its innovative wellness program. According to Rick Maursetter, head of Human Resources at Duininck, construction risk is hard to manage because of the many variables
