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    Guy Carpenter & RAA Execs on CAT Losses, Elections, & (Re)Insurance Markets

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    Social Inflation, “Nuclear Verdicts” & Extreme Weather Top Insurer Issues in 2020 – NAMIC CEO.

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    “Still Opportunities to Get Things Done Despite Dysfunctional US Government” – APCIA CEO

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    Innovation is Happening in Insurance, but Not Disruption – Not Yet! – Aisus CEO

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    NY Insurers Face Challenges and Opportunities in Tech, Financial Literacy – NYIA

  • COMMERCIAL RISK
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    Strong economy, construction/transportation trends bode well for inland marine – IMUA & Allianz Execs

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    Climate Change Affecting Insured Losses, but Hard to Quantify – Dr. Klotzbach, Colorado State University.

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    Independent Agents See Growth Across All Lines, Despite Challenges – Big I CEO

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    Technology and “Lookers” Enhance Claims Management process – Crawford COO

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    Cyber cover evolves as insurtech explodes – Business Insurance editor

  • CONSUMER RISK
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    FL Commissioner Optimistic about Emerging Consumer Products/Services

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    New Revenues for Insurers Exist in Sharing Economy – Re-Sure CEO

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    Insurers need “sense of urgency” to improve claims and risk assessment process

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    “Amazoned” consumers present challenges & opportunities to personal lines insurers.

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    “Upstart Insurtechs” raising the bar in homeowners market – LexisNexis exec.

  • REINSURANCE/ILS
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    Guy Carpenter & RAA Execs on CAT Losses, Elections, & (Re)Insurance Markets

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    Robust Reinsurance Market Not Without its Challenges – RAA CEO.

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    Customer Experience…a Modern Differentiator for Insurers – BMS Re CEO

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    US Reinsurance Market “Healthy” While Facing New Threats & Opportunities

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    Reinsurance upgraded to “Stable” as A.M. Best cites possible “inflection point”

  • CAREERS/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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    P&C Industry Gives $1B+/year to Charity…IICF on Women in Insurance & Millennial Summit

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    St. Baldrick’s Carries on Tradition of Giving – NAMIC CEO

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    Looking ahead…Automation, Robotics and AI could help fill “Talent Gap”

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    Grow by Solving Society’s Problems…A.M. Best exec.

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    Spencer Foundation fights “war for talent” with scholarships, grants and internships.

3 New Articles
  • Oct 12, 2020 Guy Carpenter & RAA Execs on CAT Losses, Elections, & (Re)Insurance Markets
  • Feb 6, 2020 Strong economy, construction/transportation trends bode well for inland marine – IMUA & Allianz Execs
  • Jan 29, 2020 Social Inflation, “Nuclear Verdicts” & Extreme Weather Top Insurer Issues in 2020 – NAMIC CEO.
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Guy Carpenter & RAA Execs on CAT Losses, Elections, & (Re)Insurance Markets

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Oct 12, 2020
in :  FEATURED, INDUSTRY NEWS, Markets, Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

In this edition of CEO Angles, AAIS CEO Ed Kelly welcomes Guy Carpenter Chairman David Priebe and Reinsurance Association of America (RAA) President Frank Nutter for a discussion on the current state of the insurance and reinsurance markets in the wake of a tumultuous 2020. In a year that has seen many crises, from the COVID-19 pandemic to civil unrest …

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Robust Reinsurance Market Not Without its Challenges – RAA CEO.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 22, 2020
in :  FEATURED, ILS & Capital Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

“The reinsurance market continues to be robust” according to Frank Nutter, CEO of the Reinsurance Association of America (RAA). Brokers report that capital in the market has increased, and it was a relatively “low catastrophe” year. Among the concerns and challenges facing reinsurers, cyber exposure, the reauthorization of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA), and the retrocessional market. The industry …

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Customer Experience…a Modern Differentiator for Insurers – BMS Re CEO

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Oct 7, 2019
in :  Data/Tech/Modeling, FEATURED, Recent Stories, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

Companies are challenged to find opportunities for growth in a competitive landscape. According to BMS Re U.S. CEO Steve Korducki, the differentiator lies in technology and customer service. Mr. Korducki sees growth for insurers in cyber coverage and insurtech, particularly when organizations utilize tech-focused risk mitigation technology. Changing consumer demographics and market shifts, combined with technology advancements, mean a change …

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US Reinsurance Market “Healthy” While Facing New Threats & Opportunities

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Feb 4, 2019
in :  FEATURED, ILS & Capital Markets, Markets, Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

The U.S. reinsurance market is very healthy. That according to Frank Nutter, President of the Reinsurance Association of America (RAA). Mr. Nutter says capital positions have been “strong and growing” thanks, in part to alternative capital vehicles. Market conditions are “very competitive” due to the amount of supply outpacing demand. Catastrophe losses continue to be a challenge, a threat, for …

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Reinsurance upgraded to “Stable” as A.M. Best cites possible “inflection point”

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 28, 2019
in :  AMBest-Channel, FEATURED, ILS & Capital Markets, Markets, P&C, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

According to Stefan Holzberger, Chief Rating Officer at A.M. Best, the property-casualty sector of the insurance industry saw improvements in performance. And with levels of capitalization “robust”, A.M. Best is maintaining a “Stable Outlook” on the Personal Lines, Commercial Lines and Reinsurance sector from a credit perspective. The reinsurance sector was only recently upgraded to “Stable” from “Negative”, despite heavy …

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“Healthy” Bermuda market opportunistic as it fights “protectionism” – ABIR CEO

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 24, 2019
in :  Markets, Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

John Huff, President and CEO of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) discusses the health of the Bermuda market, as well as the challenges and opportunities he sees going forward. According to Mr. Huff, the Bermuda market is “very healthy.” The market is thriving even after the significant natural catastrophes of 2017 and 2018 “nat cats” including Hurricane …

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Growth, expenses, capital & technology affecting cedents – TigerRisk partner

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Nov 12, 2018
in :  Brokers/Consultants, FEATURED, Markets, Recent Stories, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

The biggest issues facing reinsurance buyers today are growth, expense management and capital efficiency, according to Mike Schnur, a Partner at TigerRisk. Carriers are focused on growing profitably through new product lines, new teams, as well as mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Carriers feel that there are costs that can be reduced to reduce expense ratios. More and more carriers are …

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RAA’s Nutter discusses “blended model” and “new normal” in reinsurance sector.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 25, 2018
in :  FEATURED, ILS & Capital Markets, Markets, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

Reinsurance Association of America (RAA) president Frank Nutter comments on the evolution of the “blended model” in reinsurance with alternative capital contributing to the way reinsurance provides capacity to insurance companies, not just in the catastrophe area. He sees reinsurance companies diversifying into the insurance business, viewing capital markets as “largely competitive…and complementary.” Mr. Nutter admits that reinsurers have struggled …

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Willis Re CEO sees brokers reinventing themselves…delivering value through innovation.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Nov 21, 2017
in :  Brokers/Consultants, Data/Tech/Modeling, EMERGING TRENDS, FEATURED, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

As part of the Innovation Executive Video series, Willis Re’s Global CEO John Cavanagh talks about how brokers are reinventing their role and delivering value through innovation. Mr. Cavanagh says the insurance industry is going through significant change, and technology is driving much of that change. While insurance plays an important role in society, he believes the industry is “open for disruption” given …

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Major CAT loss unlikely to move buyer’s market in reinsurance – RAA President.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Apr 18, 2017
in :  Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

Frank Nutter, President of the Reinsurance Association of America (RAA), says the reinsurance market has not changed much in previous years.  “Capacity exceeds demand…It’s a buyer’s market.” Reinsurance brokers report that the “rate threshold” has not been reached as of January, and probably won’t be for the foreseeable future. He believes that even a major catastrophe probably would not likely …

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Reinsurers look to economy, privatized flood insurance and cyber for growth.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 25, 2017
in :  ILS & Capital Markets, Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS, WRIN.tv Newswire

WRIN.tv speaks with Frank Nutter, President and CEO of the Reinsurance Association of America (RAA), about the state of the reinsurance market, capital growth, a US/EU covered agreement, and growth. According to Mr. Nutter, the market remains highly competitive. Capacity and capital increased in 2016, which contributed to rates being flat to down – a good thing for buyers. Capital …

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A Trump Administration… Insurance Leaders Comment on Impact to Industry.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Jan 22, 2017
in :  FEATURED, INDUSTRY NEWS, Legislation/Regulation, P&C, Recent Stories, REINSURANCE/ILS, Uncategorized, WRIN.tv Newswire

On the Road at the Joint Industry Forum in New York, WRIN.tv asked several insurance trade association executives to consider the impact of the new Trump Administration on various sectors of the insurance industry. Here, we share the hopes, concerns and expectations of: Michael Morrissey, President & Chief Executive Officer of the International Insurance Society (IIS) David Sampson, President and …

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Property Reinsurers face up to climate change, “leveling” ILS and broker placement platforms.

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Nov 7, 2016
in :  ILS & Capital Markets, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

With the property reinsurance market experiencing soft pricing for some time, WRIN.tv spoke with Jim Larkin, Head of Property Underwriting at Munich Re America, about the impact of Hurricane Matthew, and other factors affecting the market. While it is unclear if Hurricane Matthew would have any impact on reinsurance renewals, Mr. Larkin believes the storm was a reminder about the …

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(Re)insurers seeking growth are running to emerging risks…rather than away – Aon Benfield’s Head of Strategy

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Oct 31, 2016
in :  Brokers/Consultants, EMERGING TRENDS, ILS & Capital Markets, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

With losses from Hurricane Mathew and other catastrophe losses, 2016 has seen the highest loss activity in three years. Even so, according to Andrew Marcell, Global Head of Strategy at Aon Benfield, the impact on rates in property reinsurance will be fairly minimal. There are numerous emerging risks from new technologies and the sharing economy. For instance, Aon reports a …

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Lessons from Matthew, Protection Gap & (Re)Insurance Growth Strategies with Swiss Re’s Ningen

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Oct 27, 2016
in :  Brokers/Consultants, Claims Management, Markets, Recent Stories, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

Monica Ningen, Head Property Underwriting US & Canada at Swiss Re, discusses how Hurricane Matthew served as a reminder for insurers. She also addresses the Protection Gap and product development and distribution strategies evolving in the insurance and reinsurance market. Hurricane Matthew, while not as big a loss as was predicted, was a reminder that a big event is possible. As a …

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Top 3 Reinsurance Challenges & a “Game-Changer” in Auto – Munich Re America Chief Underwriting Officer

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Oct 26, 2016
in :  Auto/Marine/Aviation, EMERGING TRENDS, REINSURANCE/ILS
Martin Neuhaus | Munich Re America

The top three challenges facing reinsurance underwriters today are too much supply versus demand, new technology and data, and cyber risk. That, according to Martin Neuhaus, Chief Underwriting Officer of the Reinsurance Division at Munich Re America. Mr. Neuhaus says the oversupply of capital demands discipline from underwriters, and new technology and the amount of data now available require underwriters …

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Swiss Re exec on Mutual market share, disruptive technologies, nat cat market and growth

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Sep 27, 2016
in :  Data/Tech/Modeling, Markets, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

Keith Wolfe, President US P&C at Swiss Re, provides an overview of a recent Sigma Report on the Mutual sector, the impact of disruptive technologies, the nat cat market and growth. Commenting on Swiss Re’s Sigma Report, Mr. Wolfe that says the Mutual Insurance sector is stronger than ever, with an increase in market share since the 2008 financial crisis. Mr. Wolfe sees technology and …

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Outlook “Negative” for reinsurers in search of relevance – Rating Agencies

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Sep 14, 2016
in :  Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

The 2016 Monte Carlo Rendez-vous drew many of the industry’s top reinsurance professionals to discuss the state of the market. The top ratings agencies also released their verdict on the market. A.M. Best maintained its negative outlook due to weak operating fundamentals exacerbated by continued weakened demand from primary insurers as they retain more business to leverage their own excess capacity. According to …

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Louisiana floods to hit reinsurance – push FEMA to change Flood Maps

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Aug 30, 2016
in :  CONSUMER RISK, Homeowner/Renter/Auto, Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

More than 60,000 homes have been damaged in 20 parishes impacted by recent flooding in Louisiana. According to Louisiana’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness,  75% of homes are a “total loss” in Livingston. U.S. flood events are largely paid for by the FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and applicable primary insurance. The office of Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards …

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Reinsurer profits could see squeeze if normal Cats return

By WRIN.tv News Desk
Aug 18, 2016
in :  Reinsurance Markets, REINSURANCE/ILS

A new report from S&P Global says the strong capital position in the reinsurance sector makes it more resilient to extreme events. Meanwhile, demand for cover against high-probability exposure has fallen and most reinsurers have taken defensive actions, retroceding more high-frequency risk. As earnings deteriorate, however, some reinsurers’ exposure to one-in-10 year events has increased. Due to increased Cat exposures, S&P …

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