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The 2024 US Sailing Youth Racing Camps, presented by Risk Strategies, are poised to bring the nation’s top youth sailors together for intensive training and collaboration.
The 2024 US Sailing Youth Racing Camps, presented by Risk Strategies, are poised to bring the nation’s top youth sailors together for intensive training and collaboration.
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Lithium-ion batteries’ role in yachting is growing. They offer superyachts a lightweight, efficient solution for powering everything from personal watercraft and tenders to e-bikes, phones, tablets, tools, toys, and appliances onboard. However, the surge in adoption comes at a potentially steep cost: a rise in catastrophic fires on luxury vessels, with substantial insurance implications, according to Scott Stamper, Managing Director National Marine Practice, for US- based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies.}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/lithium-ion-battery-hazards-and-yacht-insurance}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Super Yacht Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=10, name='2024', order=1, label='2024'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}
Navigating rising insurance costs in a hard market, a guide for Concrete Pump Company Owners. Understanding what a hard market is.
Navigating rising insurance costs in a hard market, a guide for Concrete Pump Company Owners. Understanding what a hard market is.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://lsc-pagepro.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=6648&i=832694&p=22&ver=html5}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Concrete Pumping }', 7='{type=option, value={id=10, name='2024', order=1, label='2024'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Retail broker Risk Strategies has told clients that the insurance market continues to face “considerable challenges” in property cat and auto, but is seeing stability in certain lines, to the benefit of those organisations with effective risk management strategies and good risk profiles.
Retail broker Risk Strategies has told clients that the insurance market continues to face “considerable challenges” in property cat and auto, but is seeing stability in certain lines, to the benefit of those organisations with effective risk management strategies and good risk profiles.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-insurance-market-presents-challenges-and-opportunities-for-buyers/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer from Reuters}', 7='{type=option, value={id=10, name='2024', order=1, label='2024'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In this week’s Tuesday Tips, Stacy Eickhoff, Senior VP with Risk Strategies Company, shares five essential steps for preparing your business for hurricane season.
In this week’s Tuesday Tips, Stacy Eickhoff, Senior VP with Risk Strategies Company, shares five essential steps for preparing your business for hurricane season.
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In the latest professional risks power panel, join Tokio Marine HCC Cyber and Professional Lines Group's Dan Mogelnicki, Aon's Jacqueline Waters, Risk Strategies' Dwight Williams and WTW's Larry Fine as they examine the state of the market. In this IBTV episode they zoom in on professional liability rates, the A&E space, the impact of healthcare changes on liability and which product types are seeing increased interest.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/tv/whats-happening-to-rates-in-the-professional-risks-space-497769.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business TV}', 7='{type=option, value={id=10, name='2024', order=1, label='2024'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, headquartered in Boston, appointed Margaret Bussiere as commercial lines leader, New York region. Bussiere brings nearly 25 years of insurance industry experience to her new role. She joined Risk Strategies through the DeWitt Stern acquisition in 2014 as a vice president.
Risk Strategies, headquartered in Boston, appointed Margaret Bussiere as commercial lines leader, New York region. Bussiere brings nearly 25 years of insurance industry experience to her new role. She joined Risk Strategies through the DeWitt Stern acquisition in 2014 as a vice president.
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Bussiere brings nearly 25 years of insurance industry experience to her new role. She joined Risk Strategies through the DeWitt Stern acquisition in 2014 as a vice president. In 2022, she was promoted to the national fine art practice leader. Bussiere’s prior experience also includes working for Rockefeller Risk Advisors.}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2023/10/04/742824.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=9, name='2023', order=2, label='2023'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}
“There are a number of questions that physicians should ask themselves before they commit to serving as a paid medical expert,” said Bill Gompers, CFE, vice president, Risk Strategies Company | Danna-Gracey. “Not only whether they have the time and flexibility to do it, but if they have the personality to make it work.”
“There are a number of questions that physicians should ask themselves before they commit to serving as a paid medical expert,” said Bill Gompers, CFE, vice president, Risk Strategies Company | Danna-Gracey. “Not only whether they have the time and flexibility to do it, but if they have the personality to make it work.”}', 4='{type=string, value=https://southfloridahospitalnews.com/questions-to-ask-before-becoming-a-paid-medical-expert/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report}', 7='{type=option, value={id=9, name='2023', order=2, label='2023'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article }'}
If insurance and other entities don’t full apply the science of predicting and preventing losses, they may face unmanageable claims. John Meder, head of risk consulting and claims advocacy for Risk Strategies, tells us that what we now call “Predict & Prevent” has also been known by the phrase “strategic risk management.”
If insurance and other entities don’t full apply the science of predicting and preventing losses, they may face unmanageable claims. John Meder, head of risk consulting and claims advocacy for Risk Strategies, tells us that what we now call “Predict & Prevent” has also been known by the phrase “strategic risk management.”
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Risk Strategies Co. has bought rival brokerage Relation Insurance Inc.'s education insurance division.
Risk Strategies Co. has bought rival brokerage Relation Insurance Inc.'s education insurance division.
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Risk Strategies has bought Relation Education Solutions from California-based Relation Insurance Services, with the acquired unit providing insurance brokerage and program administration services for more than 950 colleges and universities.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-buys-relations-education-services-unit/25731.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has bought Relation Education Solutions from California-based Relation Insurance Services, with the acquired unit providing insurance brokerage and program administration services for more than 950 colleges and universities.
Risk Strategies has bought Relation Education Solutions from California-based Relation Insurance Services, with the acquired unit providing insurance brokerage and program administration services for more than 950 colleges and universities.
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The market for professional liability insurance appears to be following a similar path. Prices are higher and supply is somewhat constrained, but capacity is substantial enough to allow for renewed growth.
The global economy is establishing a new equilibrium after the disruption of supply chains and labor markets by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The market for professional liability insurance appears to be following a similar path. Prices are higher and supply is somewhat constrained, but capacity is substantial enough to allow for renewed growth.
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In the 30 or so years since cyber insurance first appeared, the line has been unique in that it principally addresses intentional damage or loss to intangible property. The ever-evolving nature of both cyber property and the risks to it—risks created by malicious individuals probing for vulnerabilities—quickly renders underwriting and rating criteria obsolete, as old threats are thwarted and new ones emerge.
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BIG SKY – Tom Beattie says he has fly fished with many of his clients—it has become a comfortable way of doing business for him. In addition to targeting 100 days on the river per year and being a 10-year resident of Big Sky, Beattie helmed an insurance and employee benefits firm for 30 years. Today, he is the newest addition to the Risk Strategies team after the Boston, Massachusetts-based firm purchased Beattie and Associates in August.
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The Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance which GNO Inc. leads issued a white paper that evaluated FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 methodology for determining premiums and affordability.
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Specialty risk broker RB Jones announced its marine and energy division has acquired the Smart Cargo Insurance business from Boston-based managing general agent Corvus Insurance.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2022/10/03/687690.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boost appointed Emy Donavan as chief underwriting officer. She will oversee the company's program underwriting, product development, and portfolio management in collaboration with Boost's insurtech and embedded partners along with the development and execution of Boost's reinsurance and risk capital markets strategy.
Boost appointed Emy Donavan as chief underwriting officer. She will oversee the company's program underwriting, product development, and portfolio management in collaboration with Boost's insurtech and embedded partners along with the development and execution of Boost's reinsurance and risk capital markets strategy.
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The global economy is establishing a new equilibrium after the disruption of supply chains and labor markets by the COVID-19 pandemic. The market for professional liability insurance appears to be following a similar path. Prices are higher and supply is somewhat constrained, but capacity is substantial enough to allow for renewed growth.
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Specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies announced the expansion of its New England region leadership team with the addition of Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2022/09/30/687412.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}You could say that there was a "before and after" in the evolution of cyber insurance: before the emergence of ransomware, and after the onslaught of high-profile ransomware attacks in the years just before and during the coronavirus pandemic.
You could say that there was a "before and after" in the evolution of cyber insurance: before the emergence of ransomware, and after the onslaught of high-profile ransomware attacks in the years just before and during the coronavirus pandemic.
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In October, FEMA implemented Risk Rating 2.0 as a way to try to help the NFIP become more financially sound. John Meder is head of Risk Consulting and Claims Advocacy at Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage, and risk management advisory company. He said in the areas affected by Ian it may be a while before all the damage can be assessed.
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Alex Buschmann, national cannabis practice leader for Risk Strategies, is asking for insuring cannabis questions he can answer at Insurance Journal's annual Insuring Cannabis Summit on Oct. 26 and 27.
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M&A weekly round-up: Acrisure, PCF and Risk Strategies
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/2anwhehk5nbijdjlgwdfk/industry-wide/m-a-weekly-round-up-acrisure-pcf-and-risk-strategies}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies appointed Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services. She led the specialty high-net-worth division at Orchid Insurance.
Risk Strategies appointed Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services. She led the specialty high-net-worth division at Orchid Insurance.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2022/09/23/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-september-23-2022/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has expanded its New England region leadership team with the addition of Orchid Insurance's Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services.
Risk Strategies has expanded its New England region leadership team with the addition of Orchid Insurance's Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/2anptjwdhhgk4qby330g0/brokers/risk-strategies-hires-orchids-graham-as-private-client-services-svp}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has expanded its New England region leadership team with the addition of Orchid Insurance's Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services.
Risk Strategies has expanded its New England region leadership team with the addition of Orchid Insurance's Charlie Graham as senior vice president, private client services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-orchids-graham-in-private-client-services-role/25244.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Largest St. Louis employee benefits firms ranked by local full-time employee benefits employees in early 2020.
Largest St. Louis employee benefits firms ranked by local full-time employee benefits employees in early 2020.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2022/09/19/st-louis-employee-benefits-firm-changes-hands.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=St. Louis Business Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, a full-service retail insurance agency.
Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, a full-service retail insurance agency.
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A Chesterfield-based agency specializing in employee benefits for individuals and employers has been acquired.
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Risk Strategies acquires New York's Standard Pension Services.
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Risk Strategies, a US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired retail agency Beattie & Associates.
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Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired Missouri-based Beattie & Associates, a retail agency specializing in employee benefits for individuals and employers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/ma/risk-strategies-snaps-up-missouribased-agency-420761.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}M&A weekly round-up: Risk Strategies, Relation, Amynta and more
M&A weekly round-up: Risk Strategies, Relation, Amynta and more
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/2amsvytb6dwl92zynqs5c/industry-wide/m-a-weekly-round-up-risk-strategies-relation-amynta-and-more}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}John Mina joined the insurance industry as a broker in 1986 and spent much of his career at Willis Towers Watson PLC and its predecessor companies before joining Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies Co. as president in 2017. He was named CEO in 2019. Risk Strategies, which marked its 25th anniversary this year, has grown rapidly since private-equity firm Kohlberg & Co. invested in the brokerage in 2013.
John Mina joined the insurance industry as a broker in 1986 and spent much of his career at Willis Towers Watson PLC and its predecessor companies before joining Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies Co. as president in 2017. He was named CEO in 2019. Risk Strategies, which marked its 25th anniversary this year, has grown rapidly since private-equity firm Kohlberg & Co. invested in the brokerage in 2013.
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Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired Beattie & Associates, a retail agency in Missouri specializing in employee benefits for both individuals and employers.
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Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired Mo- based employee benefits specialist.
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Dickstein offers risk management solutions, such as property and casualty insurance coverages, to individuals and businesses. Focusing on real estate, technology companies, and coastal condominium associations, Dickstein also provides life and health benefits to clients.
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Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, a full-service retail insurance agency.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/2ajkmnbwr60418gw6yqdc/industry-wide/m-a-weekly-round-up-gallagher-hub-risk-strategies-choice-and-more}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a US-based specialty insurance intermediary and risk management firm, has acquired full-service retail insurance agency Dickstein Associates Agency. New Jersey-based Dickstein Associates provides a wide range of risk management solutions, including property and casualty coverages to both individuals and businesses.
Risk Strategies, a US-based specialty insurance intermediary and risk management firm, has acquired full-service retail insurance agency Dickstein Associates Agency. New Jersey-based Dickstein Associates provides a wide range of risk management solutions, including property and casualty coverages to both individuals and businesses.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.lifeinsuranceinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-buys-dickstein-associates/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired New Jersey-based Dickstein Associates Agency. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1965, Dickstein Associates is a full-service retail agency that provides comprehensive risk management services, including property and casualty insurance coverage for individuals and businesses.
Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired New Jersey-based Dickstein Associates Agency. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1965, Dickstein Associates is a full-service retail agency that provides comprehensive risk management services, including property and casualty insurance coverage for individuals and businesses.
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A Boston-based insurance firm — announced Aug. 24 that it acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, based in Tinton Falls. Founded in 1965, Dickstein is a full-service retail insurance agency, and its offerings include property and casualty insurance coverage for individuals and businesses. Its top 10 clients average 22 years with the firm, according to the announcement.
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Risk Strategies has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, an insurance agency based in New Jersey that has particular expertise in real estate and technology companies as well as coastal condominium associations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-nj-based-agency-dickstein-associates/24702.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston, US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired New Jersey based retail insurance agency Dickstein Associates Agency, to expand footprint in Northeast, the company said. Dickstein Associates provides comprehensive risk management solutions, including property and casualty insurance coverages to individuals and businesses.
Boston, US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired New Jersey based retail insurance agency Dickstein Associates Agency, to expand footprint in Northeast, the company said. Dickstein Associates provides comprehensive risk management solutions, including property and casualty insurance coverages to individuals and businesses.
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Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has snapped up a full-service retail insurance agency to expand its footprint in the northeastern US.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-snaps-up-insurance-agency-to-expand-in-us-northeast-30174}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a Boston-based national specialty insurance brokerage, has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, a retail insurance agency located in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. Dickstein Associates provides risk management and property/casualty insurance coverages with a focus on real estate and technology companies along with coastal condominium associations for which Dickstein offers an exclusive program. Dickstein also offers life and health benefits to companies.
Risk Strategies, a Boston-based national specialty insurance brokerage, has acquired Dickstein Associates Agency, a retail insurance agency located in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. Dickstein Associates provides risk management and property/casualty insurance coverages with a focus on real estate and technology companies along with coastal condominium associations for which Dickstein offers an exclusive program. Dickstein also offers life and health benefits to companies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2022/08/24/681796.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In the weeks since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision was released, 22 states have either passed new laws or have pre-Roe laws on the books that could be used to restrict a woman's ability to have an abortion, the Guttmacher Institute reports. A number of other state legislatures are currently considering legislation that would restrict abortion rights, per the Washington Post.
In the weeks since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision was released, 22 states have either passed new laws or have pre-Roe laws on the books that could be used to restrict a woman's ability to have an abortion, the Guttmacher Institute reports. A number of other state legislatures are currently considering legislation that would restrict abortion rights, per the Washington Post.
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Risk Strategies recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, with staff getting an extra day of leave over the summer, as well as receiving "branded swag", and some colleagues having gathered to celebrate.
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Anyone who watches broadcast media coverage or engages in social media commentary knows that these are tumultuous times of distress and anger over economics and politics. But you would never know that from the business of workers compensation insurance, which carries on serenely despite the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, labor market strains, hyper-partisan politics, and inflation that have caused widespread disruptions throughout the economy.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://roughnotes.com/workers-compensation-an-oasis/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Rough Notes Company, Inc. }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The US Supreme Court made the historic and far-reaching decision on Friday, June 24, to overturn Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion. Since then, companies of all sizes have been scrambling to figure out how to respond.
The US Supreme Court made the historic and far-reaching decision on Friday, June 24, to overturn Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion. Since then, companies of all sizes have been scrambling to figure out how to respond.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/roe-v--wade-causes-concern-around-benefits-parity-414320.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has bolstered its surety practice with the acquisition of Bonds.
US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has bolstered its surety practice with the acquisition of Bonds.
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Risk Strategies has acquired Bonds, a specialist in surety bonds focused on the construction industry. The terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-buys-up-bonds-5051}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US-based national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired surety bonds specialist Bonds, Inc., which is focused on the construction industry, the firm said.
US-based national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired surety bonds specialist Bonds, Inc., which is focused on the construction industry, the firm said.
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Specialty retail broker Risk Strategies has strengthened its construction capabilities with the acquisition of surety specialist Bonds, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-construction-expertise-with-bonds-inc-acquisition/24040.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Bonds, Inc.
National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Bonds, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/construction/risk-strategies-acquires-surety-specialist-bonds-inc--413945.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Willis Towers Watson veteran Alex Maza joined Risk Strategies in October of 2020 as national account director for management liability. Dan Reynolds, editor-in-chief of Risk & Insurance®, recently caught up with Alex to get his views on the management liability market. What follows is a transcript of that discussion edited for length and clarity.
Willis Towers Watson veteran Alex Maza joined Risk Strategies in October of 2020 as national account director for management liability. Dan Reynolds, editor-in-chief of Risk & Insurance®, recently caught up with Alex to get his views on the management liability market. What follows is a transcript of that discussion edited for length and clarity.
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Commercial property insurance rates increased again at midyear renewals, albeit at a more moderate pace, and the overall cost of programs is rising as inflation pushes up values and premium costs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220712/NEWS06/912351085/Commercial-property-insurance-rates-rise-again}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies added Amanda Mullan as chief human resources officer.
Specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies added Amanda Mullan as chief human resources officer.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-people/2022/07/18/675988.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}According to the Insurance Information Institute, insurance is now a $1.3 trillion industry. We have insurance for our cars, our homes, our jobs, and even our teeth. Heidi Klum insures her legs, Gene Simmons insures his tongue, and a 500-year-old hotel in England once insured its staff against ghost attacks. So, where's the NFT insurance? After all, there's clearly a market for it.
According to the Insurance Information Institute, insurance is now a $1.3 trillion industry. We have insurance for our cars, our homes, our jobs, and even our teeth. Heidi Klum insures her legs, Gene Simmons insures his tongue, and a 500-year-old hotel in England once insured its staff against ghost attacks. So, where's the NFT insurance? After all, there's clearly a market for it.
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Boston-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has added Jason Ellison as employee benefits leader, national health care practice, based in Nashville.
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Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has appointed Patrick Roth as Senior Vice President, Growth Leader for the Central and West regions.
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Jason Ellison has joined Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, as Employee Benefits Leader of the National Health Care Practice.
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Risk Strategies has appointed Patrick Roth as senior vice president, growth leader for the Central and West regions, with the executive joining the broker after two years at Lockton.
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Risk Strategies Co. on Wednesday named former Lockton Cos. LLC executive Patrick Roth senior vice president, growth leader for the Central and West regions.
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Risk Strategies brought in Amanda Mullan to join the organization as chief human resources officer. Mullan will oversee the company's human resource function including talent acquisition and development, human resource benefits and operations, employee relations and overall total employee engagement across the company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/7-people-on-the-move-26/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Comings & Goings
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/UpCloseDetails?ID=1151}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The frequency of medmal claims related to telemedicine is expected to grow in the next one to three years as usage increases, and it becomes less a means to a specific end and more an ingrained part of seeing the doctor, sources said.
The frequency of medmal claims related to telemedicine is expected to grow in the next one to three years as usage increases, and it becomes less a means to a specific end and more an ingrained part of seeing the doctor, sources said.
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Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm based in Boston, has acquired Sebastian Insurance Group of Florida.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2022/07/07/674866.htm#}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies – a US national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm – has acquired Sebastian Insurance Group in Florida.
Risk Strategies – a US national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm – has acquired Sebastian Insurance Group in Florida.
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Risk Strategies has acquired Florida-based Sebastian Insurance Group, which offers a range of custom coverages including property casualty insurance for homes, vehicles, boats, and businesses, as well as flood insurance.
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US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Florida, US-based insurance agency Sebastian Insurance Group, the firm said.
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US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has purchased Sebastian Insurance Group for an undisclosed sum.
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Risk Strategies has acquired Sebastian Insurance Group. The terms of the deal were not announced.
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Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has acquired Sebastian Insurance Group. Terms of the deal were not announced.
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Although rising interest rates will have some "cooling effect" on consolidation in the red-hot distribution space, the impact won't be significant because of the amount of capital looking to be deployed, according to Risk Strategies CEO John Mina.
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Specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies announced that Amanda Mullan has joined the firm as chief human resources officer. Mullan will oversee the company's human resource function including talent acquisition and development, human resource benefits and operations, employee relations and overall total employee engagement across the company.
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Risk Strategies has named Jason Ellison its employee benefits leader for national health care practice.
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Risk Strategies, a specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the appointment of Jason Ellison as employee benefits leader for its national healthcare practice.
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Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced Jason Ellison has joined the firm as employee benefits leader at its National Health Care Practice.
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Risk Strategies has appointed Jason Ellison as employee benefits leader for the brokerage's national healthcare practice.
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Expansive specialty retail broker Risk Strategies has added Jason Ellison from Arthur J Gallagher as employee benefits leader in its national healthcare practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-hires-gallaghers-ellison-as-employee-benefits-leader/23594.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies' John Mina speaks to R&I about milestones, the future of the industry and of the planet, and why pushing your boundaries is an essential part of growth.
Risk Strategies' John Mina speaks to R&I about milestones, the future of the industry and of the planet, and why pushing your boundaries is an essential part of growth.
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For quite some time now, Genetic Engineering has been promising to reshape the Health Care landscape and to help humanity overcome diseases and avoid health problems by providing us with the tools to manipulate two of the pillars of the evolution: random mutation and natural selection.
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There are specific types of attacks and threats that cyber insurers want to see addressed. According to Risk Strategies' State of the Market 2022 Report, cyber insurance carriers are looking more closely at cyber risks caused by ransomware attacks, stricter government and industry regulations, weaknesses in the cloud and disruptions to the supply chain.
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Specialty broker Risk Strategies has recruited James Sheehan as its new national account director for the management liability practice, effective immediately.
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Risk Strategies has appointed James Sheehan as its management liability practice group (MLPG) national account director, with the new hire joining after almost five years at Aon.
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"As you progress up the corporate ladder, your focus becomes less about your technical skills and more your people management and communication skills", says John.
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Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies announced a promotion and addition to its Atlantic Region growth team.
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National specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Paul Evans as an executive vice president in its national entertainment practice.
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Boston-based specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies announced Paul Evans has joined the firm as an executive vice president in its national entertainment practice.
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Specialty broker Risk Strategies has named Rob Nesselt as its new P&C Atlantic regional growth leader based in Florida, to spearhead an expansion around the region.
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Risk Strategies has strengthened its national entertainment practice after sector veteran Paul Evans joined the broker from Marsh.
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RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., on Thursday said former Marsh LLC executive Paul Evans has joined the firm as an executive vice president in its national entertainment practice.
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Specialty broker Risk Strategies has recruited longtime Marsh executive Paul Evans to the firm as an executive vice president in its national entertainment practice.
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Tightening regulations and growing awareness of the dangers of poly- and perfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals appear poised to spawn a long-running, complicated and major loss event for insurers – one that could rival or even surpass asbestos based on the most bearish predictions of the casualty market.
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This verdict, along with a new Florida House bill on the horizon, should send up red flags to Florida physicians, according to Julie Danna, senior vice president, National Health Care Practice, Danna-Gracey, a Division of Risk Strategies.
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It's often so easy to see the success of your peers and get discouraged. But being an innovator is about so much more than just having a new idea. It's all in the execution. At this year's BenefitsPRO Broker Expo, four industry innovators shared their own recipes for innovation.
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We asked our readers, what are the biggest technology mistakes you've made in your career? What tips and advice do you have for your peers to avoid those same mistakes?
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.benefitspro.com/2022/05/24/benefits-pros-but-not-tech-pros/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=BenefitsPro}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}During a session on cybersecurity at WasteExpo, which was May 9-12 in Las Vegas, panelists representing information technology (IT), electronics recyclers, insurance and cybersecurity echoed each other's notion that the pandemic threw many departments for a loop in terms of maintaining a high level of data security.
During a session on cybersecurity at WasteExpo, which was May 9-12 in Las Vegas, panelists representing information technology (IT), electronics recyclers, insurance and cybersecurity echoed each other's notion that the pandemic threw many departments for a loop in terms of maintaining a high level of data security.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.recyclingtoday.com/article/waste-expo-2022-cybersecurity-suggestions/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Recycling Today}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a US specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired the Insurance Centre of Central Florida (ICCF), a firm primarily focused on crafting risk management solutions for private clients.
Risk Strategies, a US specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired the Insurance Centre of Central Florida (ICCF), a firm primarily focused on crafting risk management solutions for private clients.
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Specialty brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced it has acquired The Insurance Center of Central Florida (ICCF), a firm focused primarily on providing risk management services to private clients. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Boston-based specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies has acquired The Insurance Center of Central Florida (ICCF), a property/casualty insurance and risk management agency based in Melbourne, Florida. Terms of the deal were not announced.
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Embezzlement. Molestation. Catastrophic weather-related losses. Contracts, agreements, cyber exposures and more are all risks that social service and nonprofit organizations face daily. Add to those risks the usual suspects: fraud, EPL exposures, even auto and property risks. As pandemic-related issues begin to ease, the social services and nonprofit space is wondering what's next, and how long of a tail pandemic-related claims will have.
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Even with nearly 80% of Californians at least partially vaccinated, hospitalizations down from their highs and eased mask mandates, COVID-19 safety protocols on Hollywood film and TV sets are unlikely to go away soon.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/hollywoods-covid-safety-measures-arent-going-away-anytime-soon-heres-why-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Seattle Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Proposed U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission cybersecurity rules would provide some much-needed standardization for companies seeking to determine how much and when to reveal cyber-related intrusions to their investors, experts say.
Proposed U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission cybersecurity rules would provide some much-needed standardization for companies seeking to determine how much and when to reveal cyber-related intrusions to their investors, experts say.
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Cyberattacks are a fact of life. Every organization — in fact, anyone with an internet account — has been targeted in some manner, from a phishing email to DDoS website attacks to malicious account takeovers.
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Even with nearly 80% of Californians at least partially vaccinated, hospitalizations down from their highs and eased mask mandates, COVID-19 safety protocols on Hollywood film and TV sets are unlikely to go away soon.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2022-04-29/hollywoods-covid-safety-measures-arent-going-away-anytime-soon-heres-why}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Los Angeles Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Global warming's effects are impacting collectors' bank accounts, especially in disaster-prone states like California and Florida where risky conditions have become the norm.
Global warming's effects are impacting collectors' bank accounts, especially in disaster-prone states like California and Florida where risky conditions have become the norm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.thewealthadvisor.com/article/only-way-stop-bleeding-stop-writing-policies}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Wealth Advisor}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance broker Risk Strategies increased 2021 revenues 10% to $732mn, as the company capitalized on its specialty-focused inorganic growth plans, chief M&A strategist John Vaglica told Inside P&C.
Insurance broker Risk Strategies increased 2021 revenues 10% to $732mn, as the company capitalized on its specialty-focused inorganic growth plans, chief M&A strategist John Vaglica told Inside P&C.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/29wuetzufb5sh8770ml1d/risk-strategies-grows-2021-revenue-to-732mn-fueled-by-niche-focused-m-a}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired Texas-based Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), a full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired Texas-based Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), a full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/ma/risk-strategies-swoops-for-texas-firm-403541.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), which focuses on serving alternative asset management firms.
Risk Strategies has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), which focuses on serving alternative asset management firms.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-boosts-texas-presence-with-abs-buy/22332.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS). Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS). Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/2a03kte1991r3putjhce8/industry-wide-section/m-a-weekly-roundup-risk-strategies-gallagher-higginbotham-and-more}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston, US-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Texas-based full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS) to expand presence in Texas, the company said.
Boston, US-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Texas-based full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS) to expand presence in Texas, the company said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.manavigator.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-advisor-brokerage-services-to-expand-presence-in-texas}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=M&A Navigator }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In January, the U.S. Supreme Court decided to block the federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate for large employers, leaving some companies celebrating and others questioning how to proceed. The blocked mandate would have dictated that all businesses with more than 100 employees require workers to get vaccinated or provide negative COVID test results weekly.
In January, the U.S. Supreme Court decided to block the federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate for large employers, leaving some companies celebrating and others questioning how to proceed. The blocked mandate would have dictated that all businesses with more than 100 employees require workers to get vaccinated or provide negative COVID test results weekly.
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Global warming's effects are impacting collectors' bank accounts, especially in disaster-prone states like California and Florida where risky conditions have become the norm
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2022/04/22/climate-change-art-insurance-more-expensive}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Art Newspaper}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co. said Thursday that it has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services LLC of Austin, Texas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies Co. said Thursday that it has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services LLC of Austin, Texas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220421/NEWS06/912349407/Risk-Strategies-buys-broker-focused-on-asset-management}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS). Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies has acquired full-service insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS). Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southcentral/2022/04/21/664082.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), an insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm.
Risk Strategies, a US-based specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services (ABS), an insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.lifeinsuranceinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-buys-insurance-broker/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Atlas Insurance Management has appointed Kirsty Swink as senior account manager in the firm's US client servicing team. The captive management firm assists in the formation and management of captive insurance companies and alternative risk solutions in major US and offshore domiciles.
Atlas Insurance Management has appointed Kirsty Swink as senior account manager in the firm's US client servicing team. The captive management firm assists in the formation and management of captive insurance companies and alternative risk solutions in major US and offshore domiciles.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/peoplemovesarticle.php?article_id=7948&navigationaction=latestnews&newssection=people&page=1}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co. said Thursday that it has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services LLC of Austin, Texas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies Co. said Thursday that it has acquired Advisor Brokerage Services LLC of Austin, Texas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220421/NEWS06/912349407/Risk-Strategies-buys-broker-focused-on-asset-management?utm_campaign=BI20220421DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&vgo_ee=nyiPHISJvQd94QZmrKZDL6loY%2B2SzoHjhiO%2Fg5Cxy}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}For quite some time now, Genetic Engineering has been promising to reshape the Health Care landscape and to help humanity overcome diseases and avoid health problems by providing us with the tools to manipulate two pillars of the evolution: random mutation and natural selection.
For quite some time now, Genetic Engineering has been promising to reshape the Health Care landscape and to help humanity overcome diseases and avoid health problems by providing us with the tools to manipulate two pillars of the evolution: random mutation and natural selection.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://claims-processing-and-management.insuranceciooutlook.com/cxoinsights/solutions-for-financing-and-reimbursement-of-gene-therapies-nid-1165.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=In$urance CIO Outlook}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced Matthew Friedson has joined as Managing Director, National Life Insurance Practice Leader. In this role, Friedson will be accountable for developing and leading the national growth strategy for the Life Insurance practice. He will focus on ensuring Risk Strategies' teams continue to deliver the most unique, creative strategies and solutions based on each client's unique circumstances and address all aspects of insurance and risk management needs that protect their financial futures.
Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced Matthew Friedson has joined as Managing Director, National Life Insurance Practice Leader. In this role, Friedson will be accountable for developing and leading the national growth strategy for the Life Insurance practice. He will focus on ensuring Risk Strategies' teams continue to deliver the most unique, creative strategies and solutions based on each client's unique circumstances and address all aspects of insurance and risk management needs that protect their financial futures.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://ffnews.com/newsarticle/matthew-friedson-joins-risk-strategies-as-managing-director-national-life-insurance-practice-leader/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Fintech & Finance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has hired Tim deRosa and Eric Massi for its private client services practice.
Risk Strategies has hired Tim deRosa and Eric Massi for its private client services practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/29zgki28pyy1yrkoty96o/brokers-section/risk-strategies-grows-private-client-services-practice-with-two-hires}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies announced two hires in its Private Client Services practice. Tim deRosa has joined as chief operating officer, Private Client Services, and Eric Massi as senior vice president, West region leader, Private Client Services.
Boston-based specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies announced two hires in its Private Client Services practice. Tim deRosa has joined as chief operating officer, Private Client Services, and Eric Massi as senior vice president, West region leader, Private Client Services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2022/04/19/663537.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}More than two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 is still impacting the way businesses operate and the evolution of procedures and policies. Even as pandemic-related restrictions and mask mandates begin to lift across the country, companies remain split on how to approach vaccine mandates for employees.
More than two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 is still impacting the way businesses operate and the evolution of procedures and policies. Even as pandemic-related restrictions and mask mandates begin to lift across the country, companies remain split on how to approach vaccine mandates for employees.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.benefitspro.com/2022/04/13/employer-vaccine-mandates-require-consideration-and-documentation/?slreturn=20220314101924}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=BenefitsPro}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The insurance industry has faced the most significant digital revolution in the recent decade, completely changing how real estate portfolios are underwritten, bought and sold. In a hardening market, with narrowing carrier appetites, this puts pressure on real estate transactions to be adaptive, competitive and meaningful with terms and conditions provided.
The insurance industry has faced the most significant digital revolution in the recent decade, completely changing how real estate portfolios are underwritten, bought and sold. In a hardening market, with narrowing carrier appetites, this puts pressure on real estate transactions to be adaptive, competitive and meaningful with terms and conditions provided.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/submission-quality-in-real-estate-portfolios-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Independent Agent}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Asked for the latest thoughts on the role of the broker in managing client expectations against the headwinds of a difficult casualty insurance market, one panelist during Advisen's Casualty Insights Conference said the "art of the broke needs to come back."
Asked for the latest thoughts on the role of the broker in managing client expectations against the headwinds of a difficult casualty insurance market, one panelist during Advisen's Casualty Insights Conference said the "art of the broke needs to come back."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2022/04/13/662848.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}While many of our readers will know Risk Strategies based upon its national reputation as a top 10 privately held insurance broker, many may be surprised to learn that this national broker first it got its start as a Boston-based agency. With the company celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, as well as publishing an insightful State of the Market Outlook Report for 2022, Agency Checklists thought it might be the perfect time to learn more about this major agency in Massachusetts.
While many of our readers will know Risk Strategies based upon its national reputation as a top 10 privately held insurance broker, many may be surprised to learn that this national broker first it got its start as a Boston-based agency. With the company celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, as well as publishing an insightful State of the Market Outlook Report for 2022, Agency Checklists thought it might be the perfect time to learn more about this major agency in Massachusetts.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2022/04/04/risk-strategies-john-mina-reflects-on-the-companys-rise-to-a-top-10-broker-on-its-25th-anniversary-58291/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}It is imperative that healthcare companies carry cyber insurance; after all, protecting patients' medical records is of the utmost importance. Unfortunately, as the threat of cyberattacks, including malware and ransomware increases, so do the rates for this essential coverage.
It is imperative that healthcare companies carry cyber insurance; after all, protecting patients' medical records is of the utmost importance. Unfortunately, as the threat of cyberattacks, including malware and ransomware increases, so do the rates for this essential coverage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://southfloridahospitalnews.com/increasing-cyberattacks-driving-up-cyber-insurance-rates/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=South Florida Hospital News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The war in Ukraine and economic sanctions on Russia, the skyrocketing oil and gas prices worldwide, and the already staggering supply chain delays (triggered during the COVID-19 pandemic, but exacerbated by the conflict in Ukraine), are all hindering art from moving freely and quickly across the globe. This is causing challenges for art dealers, collectors, auction houses, and museums – all of whom rely on very controlled and risk managed methods of transportation for high-value artwork.
The war in Ukraine and economic sanctions on Russia, the skyrocketing oil and gas prices worldwide, and the already staggering supply chain delays (triggered during the COVID-19 pandemic, but exacerbated by the conflict in Ukraine), are all hindering art from moving freely and quickly across the globe. This is causing challenges for art dealers, collectors, auction houses, and museums – all of whom rely on very controlled and risk managed methods of transportation for high-value artwork.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/specialty-insurance/supply-chain-delays-hindering-the-safe-movement-of-art-worldwide-400854.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Environmental officials announced in January 2022 that more than half a million residents of New Jersey had been exposed to dangerous PFAS chemicals through dozens of community water systems.
Environmental officials announced in January 2022 that more than half a million residents of New Jersey had been exposed to dangerous PFAS chemicals through dozens of community water systems.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/environmental/this-forever-chemical-could-be-a-game-changer-for-environmental-liability-400293.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The past 24 months have been unprecedented with respect to society, work environments and political dictates. Entire companies pivoted to remote work environments in a matter of days. The consequential strain on the IT infrastructure was also unprecedented. One consequence of this new paradigm is system vulnerabilities were exposed. Every day a new company is added to the list of systems affected by a massive data breach. Hackers responsible for these types of security breaches can hold a company ransom or worse destroy their reputational credit. Real estate owners, developers, and asset managers are in…
The past 24 months have been unprecedented with respect to society, work environments and political dictates. Entire companies pivoted to remote work environments in a matter of days. The consequential strain on the IT infrastructure was also unprecedented. One consequence of this new paradigm is system vulnerabilities were exposed. Every day a new company is added to the list of systems affected by a massive data breach. Hackers responsible for these types of security breaches can hold a company ransom or worse destroy their reputational credit. Real estate owners, developers, and asset managers are in…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/real-estate-and-cyber-liability-by-spencer-macalaster-and-robert-rosenzweig}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal (NEREJ)}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies hired Kimberly Fletcher to serve as senior director of benefits and retirement. In this role, Fletcher will lead the company's health and welfare strategy, retirement plan management and wellness engagement for the employee base.
Risk Strategies hired Kimberly Fletcher to serve as senior director of benefits and retirement. In this role, Fletcher will lead the company's health and welfare strategy, retirement plan management and wellness engagement for the employee base.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/6-people-on-the-move-37/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance companies could face some cancellation claims in light of the sporting world's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but they will be far more limited than what the industry experienced from events canceled or postponed by COVID-19.
Insurance companies could face some cancellation claims in light of the sporting world's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but they will be far more limited than what the industry experienced from events canceled or postponed by COVID-19.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/sport-bans-add-another-potential-source-of-russia-related-insurance-claims-69417529}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=S&P Global Market Intelligence}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The Boston Business Journal has released its exclusive list of 2022 Fast 50 honorees, representing the 50 fastest-growing private companies in Massachusetts.
The Boston Business Journal has released its exclusive list of 2022 Fast 50 honorees, representing the 50 fastest-growing private companies in Massachusetts.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2022/03/22/bbj-releases-this-year-s-list-of-fast-50-honorees.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Boston Business Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-headquartered specialty broker and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has acquired Cambridge Advisory Group. The Pennsylvania-based business is a pharmacy, actuarial and benefits consulting firm. The deal also includes its associated entity, Health and Productivity Consulting Inc.
Boston-headquartered specialty broker and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has acquired Cambridge Advisory Group. The Pennsylvania-based business is a pharmacy, actuarial and benefits consulting firm. The deal also includes its associated entity, Health and Productivity Consulting Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/latest-acquisition-boosts-risk-strategies-analytics-capabilities-4814}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National specialty brokerage Risk Strategies continues its long-term acquisition streak with Cambridge Advisory Group, a pharmacy, actuarial and benefits consulting firm based in Pennsylvania. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
National specialty brokerage Risk Strategies continues its long-term acquisition streak with Cambridge Advisory Group, a pharmacy, actuarial and benefits consulting firm based in Pennsylvania. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/ma/risk-strategies-makes-strategic-acquisition-399175.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Conflict in Eastern Europe ratchets up cyber landscape volatility, as insurance expert warns cyber warfare will be indiscriminate.
Conflict in Eastern Europe ratchets up cyber landscape volatility, as insurance expert warns cyber warfare will be indiscriminate.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/article/ukraine-crisis-potential-for-systemic-cyber-attack-raises-great-concern}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As some insurers leave the market, new ones are entering, sources added. Coupled with potential new capacity and pricing adequacy on the horizon, the tumultuous medmal space may see stability in the medium term, the sources said.
As some insurers leave the market, new ones are entering, sources added. Coupled with potential new capacity and pricing adequacy on the horizon, the tumultuous medmal space may see stability in the medium term, the sources said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/29u5adwvd1kjr5oyrbx8g/mpl-rates-to-rise-double-digits-amid-lackluster-capacity-and-covid-uncertainty}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}When the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020, the business insurance company stepped up the acquisition pace despite the lockdowns and travel restrictions, buying 18 additional firms in 2020. Last year, it acquired 32 firms — a record for the firm.
When the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020, the business insurance company stepped up the acquisition pace despite the lockdowns and travel restrictions, buying 18 additional firms in 2020. Last year, it acquired 32 firms — a record for the firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.risk-strategies.com/images/uploads/BBJ_Middle_Market_Article_-_Print_Edition.pdf}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Boston Business Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consulting firm Gehring Group, Inc.
Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consulting firm Gehring Group, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/news-notes-concentra-ventures-investments-risk-strategies-acquires-gehring-group-and-more/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The aviation industry has overcome numerous setbacks in recent years, such as 9/11, SARS and the 2008 financial crisis.
The aviation industry has overcome numerous setbacks in recent years, such as 9/11, SARS and the 2008 financial crisis.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/specialty-insurance/will-turbulence-continue-for-the-aviation-sector-in-2022-398325.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The captive insurance sector saw increased formations and expansion of existing captives last year as companies continued to seek alternatives to the hardening commercial insurance market.
The captive insurance sector saw increased formations and expansion of existing captives last year as companies continued to seek alternatives to the hardening commercial insurance market.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220304/NEWS06/912348177/Captive-insurance-numbers-increase-as-rates-rise-D&O-directors-and-officers-cybe}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}While it may seem that becoming the medical director of a facility is an easy way for a physician to earn extra income, the position comes with myriad responsibilities, including ones of which doctors may not be aware.
While it may seem that becoming the medical director of a facility is an easy way for a physician to earn extra income, the position comes with myriad responsibilities, including ones of which doctors may not be aware.
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Claims handling is where the promise of insurance coverage becomes a reality, and while companies may have unique ideas about some best practices, there is broader agreement about others, like the importance of communication.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/heres-the-best-strategy-to-manage-claims-hint-its-a-little-bit-traditional-and-a-whole-lot-of-new/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}AM Best Audio recently spoke with Mary Pontillo, national fine art practice leader at Risk Strategies, and Rob Rosenzweig, national cyberrisk practice leader at Risk Strategies, about how the non-interchangeable unit of data, which is stored on a blockchain, is insured. Following is an edited transcript of the interview.
AM Best Audio recently spoke with Mary Pontillo, national fine art practice leader at Risk Strategies, and Rob Rosenzweig, national cyberrisk practice leader at Risk Strategies, about how the non-interchangeable unit of data, which is stored on a blockchain, is insured. Following is an edited transcript of the interview.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://news.ambest.com/articlecontent.aspx?altsrc=43&refnum=317628}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=AM Best}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Companies spent $590 million on ransomware payments in the first six months of 2021 — a number that has already exceeded the $416 million paid in all of 2020, per Gallagher's "2022 Cyber Insurance Market Conditions Report."
Companies spent $590 million on ransomware payments in the first six months of 2021 — a number that has already exceeded the $416 million paid in all of 2020, per Gallagher's "2022 Cyber Insurance Market Conditions Report."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/ransomware-on-the-march/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies acquired the operations and assets of Joyce Insurance Group, a public works-focused firm headquartered in Pittston, Pennsylvania.
Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies acquired the operations and assets of Joyce Insurance Group, a public works-focused firm headquartered in Pittston, Pennsylvania.
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"That box gets checked early in the conversation," said Joe Quarantello, head of the national environmental liability practice at Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/environmental-coverage-is-becoming-a-bigger-player-in-ma-deals-heres-why-its-becoming-a-necessity/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has entered into a sponsorship of LPGA professional golfer Brittany Altomare.
Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has entered into a sponsorship of LPGA professional golfer Brittany Altomare.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-sponsors-lpga-player-326002.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired the retail brokerage operations and assets of Pittston, Pennsylvania, headquartered Joyce Insurance Group. The sale includes Joyce Jackman Bell and Joyce Haggerty Bell.
Risk Strategies has acquired the retail brokerage operations and assets of Pittston, Pennsylvania, headquartered Joyce Insurance Group. The sale includes Joyce Jackman Bell and Joyce Haggerty Bell.
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Risk Strategies has made its third acquisition announcement of 2022 with the fast-growing broker agreeing a deal for Pittston, Pennsylvania-based Joyce Insurance Group.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-public-works-specialist-joyce-insurance-group/21070.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Continuing its acquisition streak, Risk Strategies has bought the retail brokerage operations and assets of Pittston, Pennsylvania-based Joyce Insurance Group.
Continuing its acquisition streak, Risk Strategies has bought the retail brokerage operations and assets of Pittston, Pennsylvania-based Joyce Insurance Group.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.lifeinsuranceinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-joyce-insurance-group/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has acquired the retail brokerage operations and assets of Joyce Insurance Group and associated businesses in Pittston, Pennsylvania.
Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has acquired the retail brokerage operations and assets of Joyce Insurance Group and associated businesses in Pittston, Pennsylvania.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2022/02/17/654483.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co., the trade name for RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., said Wednesday it has acquired retail broker Joyce Insurance Group. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies Co., the trade name for RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., said Wednesday it has acquired retail broker Joyce Insurance Group. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220216/NEWS06/912347954/Risk-Strategies-acquires-Pennsylvania-retail-broker?utm_campaign=BI20220216BreakingNewsAlert&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&vgo_ee=N77OwjEEHB7bMMv8TpwUGHwFoqDlMHNmyq65fGLdufk%3}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Non-fungible tokens, non-interchangeable units of data stored on a blockchain, have captured the attention of art purchasers and technologists. Mary Pontillo, national fine art practice leader at Risk Strategies, and Rob Rosenzweig, the national cyberrisk practice leader at Risk Strategies, spoke about NFTs and how insurers are approaching the challenges involved in the trend.
Non-fungible tokens, non-interchangeable units of data stored on a blockchain, have captured the attention of art purchasers and technologists. Mary Pontillo, national fine art practice leader at Risk Strategies, and Rob Rosenzweig, the national cyberrisk practice leader at Risk Strategies, spoke about NFTs and how insurers are approaching the challenges involved in the trend.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://news.ambest.com/bestweek/ViewBestWeekHTML.aspx?emlcode=BWUS&emlid=4549}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=AM Best}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has continued its acquisitive start to 2022 with a deal to buy Florida-based employee benefits and risk services consulting firm The Gehring Group.
Risk Strategies has continued its acquisitive start to 2022 with a deal to buy Florida-based employee benefits and risk services consulting firm The Gehring Group.
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Mike Vitulli of Risk Strategies discusses the role of the broker when captives are part of a client's insurance programme
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://captivereview.com/digitaleditions/reports/TheCaptiveGuide2021/?page=6}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Review}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consulting firm The Gehring Group.
Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consulting firm The Gehring Group.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/industryarticle.php?article_id=7876&navigationaction=industrynews&newssection=industry}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired the Gehring Group, an employee benefits and risk consulting firm.
Risk Strategies, a national brokerage and risk management firm, announced it has acquired the Gehring Group, an employee benefits and risk consulting firm.
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Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired The Gehring Group, a Florida-based employee benefits and risk services consulting firm. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/ma/risk-strategies-swoops-for-employee-benefits-specialist-325056.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consultant The Gehring Group.
Specialty brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired employee benefits and risk services consultant The Gehring Group.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-florida-eb-consultant-to-its-business-4737}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}After nearly a year of cyber insurance market changes, rates could begin to reach a level reflective of the risk sometime in 2022, but more stringent underwriting isn't going anywhere, according to recent broker reports.
After nearly a year of cyber insurance market changes, rates could begin to reach a level reflective of the risk sometime in 2022, but more stringent underwriting isn't going anywhere, according to recent broker reports.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=1&email=emarshall@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=421817622&adp=P&hkg=x3lT7dbqLQ}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Property/casualty insurance rates will keep rising in 2022, but there is room for optimism as rate increases continue easing and new capacity comes into the market, according to an outlook from Risk Strategies.
Property/casualty insurance rates will keep rising in 2022, but there is room for optimism as rate increases continue easing and new capacity comes into the market, according to an outlook from Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/fpns/articles_new_1/P/421695428.html?rid=421695428&list_id=1}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Growth in the US captive industry will continue to accelerate as the self-insurance vehicles become increasingly popular for middle market businesses looking to manage the heightened cost of cover from commercial carriers, Risk Strategies has predicted.
Growth in the US captive industry will continue to accelerate as the self-insurance vehicles become increasingly popular for middle market businesses looking to manage the heightened cost of cover from commercial carriers, Risk Strategies has predicted.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-captive-growth-to-continue-as-clients-manage-rising-commercial-coverage-costs/20873.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Agency Checklists received this week, "The State of the Market Report," just issued by Risk Strategies. This online 55-page report focuses on the 2022 state of the insurance markets for ten industries and nine product areas. The report provides information about the developing issues facing these industries and the product lines covered in the report.
Agency Checklists received this week, "The State of the Market Report," just issued by Risk Strategies. This online 55-page report focuses on the 2022 state of the insurance markets for ten industries and nine product areas. The report provides information about the developing issues facing these industries and the product lines covered in the report.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2022/02/08/a-highly-recommended-free-report-on-the-insurance-market-for-2022-56877/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The transportation industry is staring at yet further increases in the cost of its coverage this year, with umbrella rates rising by as much as 100 percent in 2022, US broker Risk Strategies has predicted.
The transportation industry is staring at yet further increases in the cost of its coverage this year, with umbrella rates rising by as much as 100 percent in 2022, US broker Risk Strategies has predicted.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-hard-transportation-market-sees-umbrella-rates-rising-100-in-2022/20849.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Employers who were preparing to implement vaccine or test requirements might be wondering what they should do to protect their workforce and shield themselves from EPL risk.
Employers who were preparing to implement vaccine or test requirements might be wondering what they should do to protect their workforce and shield themselves from EPL risk.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/vaccine-mandate-update-how-the-latest-legal-rulings-could-influence-epli-coverage/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Commercial insurance rates are expected to increase across most lines of coverage this year, with many sectors likely still experiencing double-digit hikes, according to a report issued Thursday by Risk Strategies Co.
Commercial insurance rates are expected to increase across most lines of coverage this year, with many sectors likely still experiencing double-digit hikes, according to a report issued Thursday by Risk Strategies Co.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220203/NEWS06/912347683/Insurance-rates-expected-to-rise-again-this-year}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The only thing worse than medical stress is money stress — and at the start of each new year, you get to endure both at the same time during the annual ritual of enrolling for health insurance. No one likes to do it, but few things are more consequential to your physical and financial health.
The only thing worse than medical stress is money stress — and at the start of each new year, you get to endure both at the same time during the annual ritual of enrolling for health insurance. No one likes to do it, but few things are more consequential to your physical and financial health.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.gobankingrates.com/saving-money/health/how-to-get-the-most-savings-out-of-your-health-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=GO Banking Rates}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As premiums continue to increase for professional liability coverage, a number of physicians are choosing to self-insure, or "go bare." And while Florida law does not require physicians to have professional liability insurance, the risks far outweigh the rewards.
As premiums continue to increase for professional liability coverage, a number of physicians are choosing to self-insure, or "go bare." And while Florida law does not require physicians to have professional liability insurance, the risks far outweigh the rewards.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://southfloridahospitalnews.com/assets-license-best-protected-through-professional-liability-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=South Florida Hospital News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In October, Risk & Insurance Editor-in-Chief Dan Reynolds met with John Mina, the CEO of Risk Strategies and a veteran of multiple brokerage companies. The goal of the discussion was to learn more about Mina's vision for the direction of the company, and what he values in his workforce. What follows is a version of that conversation, which was edited for brevity and clarity.
In October, Risk & Insurance Editor-in-Chief Dan Reynolds met with John Mina, the CEO of Risk Strategies and a veteran of multiple brokerage companies. The goal of the discussion was to learn more about Mina's vision for the direction of the company, and what he values in his workforce. What follows is a version of that conversation, which was edited for brevity and clarity.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/11-questions-for-risk-strategies-ceo-john-mina/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The past year was defined by an unprecedented number of varied natural catastrophes, political and social unrest, COVID-19 variant concerns, supply chain crisis and surging ransomware attacks. As we enter 2022 and look to the future, the cost of risk in our dynamic environment will be determined by how insurance carriers underwrite these risks and how businesses evolve and manage their risks.
The past year was defined by an unprecedented number of varied natural catastrophes, political and social unrest, COVID-19 variant concerns, supply chain crisis and surging ransomware attacks. As we enter 2022 and look to the future, the cost of risk in our dynamic environment will be determined by how insurance carriers underwrite these risks and how businesses evolve and manage their risks.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/the-future-of-risk-the-cost-of-risk-in-a-changing-market-by-mark-manzi}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Employers need to decide what their philosophy is for taking care of the people who are working for them. When they look at what is impacting their employees' lives, peoples' ability to draw income is one of the things that is first and foremost.
Employers need to decide what their philosophy is for taking care of the people who are working for them. When they look at what is impacting their employees' lives, peoples' ability to draw income is one of the things that is first and foremost.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.leadersedge.com/healthcare/disability-as-relief-for-covid-long-haulers}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Leader's Edge}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Las Cruces, New Mexico-based Burke specializes in the surety bond, construction, and oil and gas sectors in New Mexico and West Texas, Risk Strategies said in a statement.
Las Cruces, New Mexico-based Burke specializes in the surety bond, construction, and oil and gas sectors in New Mexico and West Texas, Risk Strategies said in a statement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20220119/NEWS06/912347315/Risk-Strategies-buys-New-Mexico-broker}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As the legal saying goes, there are three sides to every story: the plaintiff's side, the defense's side, and the truth, which is somewhere in the middle. And while courts and juries used to be able to come to a conclusion based on the facts, in these days of social inflation, perception is often just as important as reality.
As the legal saying goes, there are three sides to every story: the plaintiff's side, the defense's side, and the truth, which is somewhere in the middle. And while courts and juries used to be able to come to a conclusion based on the facts, in these days of social inflation, perception is often just as important as reality.
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Nonfungible tokens have grown in popularity in 2021, generating millions in sales, but there is very little insurance for this burgeoning market.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/lack-of-nonfungible-token-insurance-coverage-inexcusable-as-market-expands-67939402}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=S&P Global}', 7='{type=option, value={id=1, name='2022', order=3, label='2022'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Steve Bryant as managing director and higher education risk management leader.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Steve Bryant as managing director and higher education risk management leader.
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Ongoing uncertainty over COVID-19 vaccine mandates may trigger an increase in discrimination and retaliation claims against employers next year, according to employment practices liability insurance experts.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20211221/NEWS06/912346703/Vaccine-mandates-may-fuel-rise-in-employment-practices-claims}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Bryant has joined as managing director and lead of its risk management practice for higher education.
US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Bryant has joined as managing director and lead of its risk management practice for higher education.
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Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Bryant as managing director, higher education risk management leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/peoplemovesarticle.php?article_id=7822&navigationaction=peoplemovesnews&newssection=people}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Steve Bryant as managing director and higher education risk management leader.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Steve Bryant as managing director and higher education risk management leader.
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Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired insurance and employee benefits agency Meeker Sharkey & Hurley.
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Through the Risk Strategies Foundation, the company provides financial support for programs, organizations and families in the communities where it does business, and employees are encouraged to actively participate in charitable activities in their local communities with paid time off for community service.
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Risk Strategies acquired full-service insurance and employee benefits agency Meeker Sharkey & Hurley. Terms of the deal were not announced.
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In 2021, insured losses from natural disasters exceeded the previous 10-year average, continuing a trend of annual rises in losses seen in recent decades.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/risk-insurance-news-notes-swiss-re-estimates-global-insured-catastrophe-losses-to-reach-112-billion-in-2021/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Fournier Group, a full-service commercial and personal lines retail insurance agency.
Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Fournier Group, a full-service commercial and personal lines retail insurance agency.
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Come see the Stars! As part of our ongoing coverage of the best brokers in the commercial insurance space, Risk & Insurance®, with the sponsorship of Philadelphia Insurance, is expanding its coverage of the Rising Stars, those brokers who represent the next wave of insurance brokering talent. We sat down with Rebecca LaFazia, assistant vice president at Risk Strategies, and a 2021 At Large Power Broker and Rising Star.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/rising-star-rebecca-lafazia-shares-her-advice-for-young-industry-professionals-just-beginning-their-careers/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired full-service insurance and employee benefits agency Meeker Sharkey & Hurley. Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired full-service insurance and employee benefits agency Meeker Sharkey & Hurley. Terms of the deal were not announced.
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Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of full-service insurance and employee benefits agency Meeker Sharkey & Hurley. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Risk Strategies recently announced the appointment of Terry Lyons to national education practice leader. In this role, Lyons will develop and lead the overall national growth and client service strategy for the organization's education industry practice.
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Acquisitive specialty brokerage Risk Strategies bought full-service brokerage firm KRA Insurance Agency for an undisclosed sum.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidepandc.com/article/29e5st1yk2jfcj53jmkg1/risk-strategies-acquires-kra-insurance-agency}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside P&C}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}One of the latest trends in the Florida malpractice insurance market is companies from out of state moving in to write policies for local physicians. What they don't understand, according to Matt Gracey, managing director, Risk Strategies, Danna-Gracey, is that it's not as easy as it looks.
One of the latest trends in the Florida malpractice insurance market is companies from out of state moving in to write policies for local physicians. What they don't understand, according to Matt Gracey, managing director, Risk Strategies, Danna-Gracey, is that it's not as easy as it looks.
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RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., said Wednesday that Terry Lyons has been appointed national education practice leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20211201/NEWS06/912346296/RSC-names-Terry-Lyons-national-education-practice-leader}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired a full-service brokerage firm in New Jersey.
US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired a full-service brokerage firm in New Jersey.
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Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that Terry Lyons has been appointed as the National Education Practice Leader. In this role, Lyons will develop and lead the overall national growth and client service strategy for the education industry practice.
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Specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has acquired full-service brokerage firm KRA Insurance Agency.
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National specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired KRA Insurance Agency, a full-service brokerage firm. KRA's wholly owned subsidiary, KRA Life Agency, was included in the deal. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-swoops-for-new-jersey-firm-318418.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies Co. on Tuesday said it has acquired broker KRA Insurance Agency Inc., including KRA's wholly-owned subsidiary, KRA Life Agency Inc.
Boston-based brokerage Risk Strategies Co. on Tuesday said it has acquired broker KRA Insurance Agency Inc., including KRA's wholly-owned subsidiary, KRA Life Agency Inc.
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Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired full-service brokerage firm KRA Insurance Agency Inc. Included in the transaction is KRA's wholly owned subsidiary, KRA Life Agency Inc. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2021/12/01/643959.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The term "human dynamo" has been overused to the point that it's become a cliché … but it truly applies to Sharon Edwards, chief financial officer of Risk Strategies Company, which she joined in December 2019.
The term "human dynamo" has been overused to the point that it's become a cliché … but it truly applies to Sharon Edwards, chief financial officer of Risk Strategies Company, which she joined in December 2019.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://roughnotes.com/from-coo-to-cfo/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Rough Notes}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Alison Murphy as national practice leader of private client services.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, hired Alison Murphy as national practice leader of private client services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2021/11/23/643307.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In October, Risk & Insurance Editor-in-Chief Dan Reynolds met with John Mina, the CEO of Risk Strategies and a veteran of multiple brokerage companies. The goal of the discussion was to learn more about Mina's vision for the direction of the company, and what he values in his workforce. What follows is a version of that conversation, which was edited for brevity and clarity.
In October, Risk & Insurance Editor-in-Chief Dan Reynolds met with John Mina, the CEO of Risk Strategies and a veteran of multiple brokerage companies. The goal of the discussion was to learn more about Mina's vision for the direction of the company, and what he values in his workforce. What follows is a version of that conversation, which was edited for brevity and clarity.
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Risk Strategies has acquired TriPoint Insurance, a Connecticut-based workers' compensation agency that provides performance-based insurance solutions to middle market companies in the construction, manufacturing, wholesale and skilled nursing verticals.
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Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of workers' compensation specialist TriPoint Insurance, a national firm providing performance-based insurance (PBI) products to middle-market companies in the construction, manufacturing, wholesale and skilled nursing sectors. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/workers-comp/risk-strategies-snaps-up-workers-comp-specialist-317043.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired TriPoint Insurance Inc., a national specialist providing Performance Based Insurance (PBI) solutions to middle market companies in the construction, manufacturing, wholesale and skilled nursing verticals.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired TriPoint Insurance Inc., a national specialist providing Performance Based Insurance (PBI) solutions to middle market companies in the construction, manufacturing, wholesale and skilled nursing verticals.
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Insurance Brokerage Risk Strategies has announced its acquisition of TriPoint Insurance, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://captivereview.com/?s=risk+strategies}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Review}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies' Rebecca LaFazia combined a longtime passion with a career in the insurance space, and there is never a lack of excitement.
Risk Strategies' Rebecca LaFazia combined a longtime passion with a career in the insurance space, and there is never a lack of excitement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/how-risk-strategies-rebecca-lafazia-built-a-rewarding-career-in-entertainment-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has added former PURE and AIG executive Alison Murphy as national practice leader for its Private Client Services business as it further builds out its capabilities in the high net worth (HNW) personal lines space.
Risk Strategies has added former PURE and AIG executive Alison Murphy as national practice leader for its Private Client Services business as it further builds out its capabilities in the high net worth (HNW) personal lines space.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-hires-murphy-to-lead-private-client-services-business/19448.articlerecapitalizesMaryland insurance firmIs Your Boat Crew Putting You at Risk}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has hired a practice leader to develop its national growth strategy for private client services, focussing on the high-net-worth segment.
US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has hired a practice leader to develop its national growth strategy for private client services, focussing on the high-net-worth segment.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-taps-ex-aig-to-grow-high-net-worth-practice-27700}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Better Business Planning, Inc., an insurance agency specializing in employee benefits solutions.
Specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Better Business Planning, Inc., an insurance agency specializing in employee benefits solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/risk-insurance-news-notes-u-s-sees-solid-pc-performance-in-first-half-of-2021-genesis-legacy-solutions-issues-first-loss-portfolio-transfer-and-more/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Neil Krauter Sr. currently works as part of the Executive Committee at Risk Strategies, the 11th largest insurance broker in operation. Earlier in his career he worked as Vice Chairman of Aon Risk Services in New York and Global Practice Leader of AMAG, the Aon Merger & Acquisition Group. After a short retirement at age 40, Neil Krauter re-entered the brokerage world with The Krauter Group in 2004.
Neil Krauter Sr. currently works as part of the Executive Committee at Risk Strategies, the 11th largest insurance broker in operation. Earlier in his career he worked as Vice Chairman of Aon Risk Services in New York and Global Practice Leader of AMAG, the Aon Merger & Acquisition Group. After a short retirement at age 40, Neil Krauter re-entered the brokerage world with The Krauter Group in 2004.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.whatceostalkabout.com/episodes/do-the-opposite}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=What CEOs Talk About}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired a retail insurance brokerage specialising in property & casualty and employee benefits solutions.
US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired a retail insurance brokerage specialising in property & casualty and employee benefits solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-expands-retail-insurance-brokerage-capabilities-with-acquisition-27607}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Pawson Insurance, a Connecticut-based full-service retail insurance brokerage specialising in property casualty and employee benefits solutions.
Risk Strategies has acquired Pawson Insurance, a Connecticut-based full-service retail insurance brokerage specialising in property casualty and employee benefits solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-buys-connecticut-based-agency-pawson/19332.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., said Tuesday it has acquired Pawson Insurance Group, a retail brokerage based in Branford, Connecticut. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., said Tuesday it has acquired Pawson Insurance Group, a retail brokerage based in Branford, Connecticut. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20211109/NEWS06/912345824/RSC-buys-retail-brokerage-in-Connecticut,-Pawson-Insurance-Group}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired Pawson Insurance, a full-service retail insurance brokerage specializing in property/casualty and employee benefits solutions. Terms of the deal were not announced.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired Pawson Insurance, a full-service retail insurance brokerage specializing in property/casualty and employee benefits solutions. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2021/11/09/641325.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Employers see the implications of long-haul COVID for workers compensation and employment practices liability (EPL) and are being "extremely cautious," according to Michael Vitulli, director of risk management services at Risk Strategies. It's a "developing and vague sort of field" right now, one that that organizations are helping to address with the help of their insurance brokers.
Employers see the implications of long-haul COVID for workers compensation and employment practices liability (EPL) and are being "extremely cautious," according to Michael Vitulli, director of risk management services at Risk Strategies. It's a "developing and vague sort of field" right now, one that that organizations are helping to address with the help of their insurance brokers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=1&email=emarshall@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=412817460&adp=P&hkg=ZL5A91h7jS}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen Front Page News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty broker, announced it is expanding into South Carolina with the purchase of Mount Pleasant-based Hibbits Insurance agency.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty broker, announced it is expanding into South Carolina with the purchase of Mount Pleasant-based Hibbits Insurance agency.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2021/11/05/640933.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Illinois-based insurance agency Better Business Planning, Inc.
The insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Illinois-based insurance agency Better Business Planning, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://captivereview.com/news/risk-strategies-acquisition-bolsters-eb-practice/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Review}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., has acquired Better Business Planning Inc. to expand its national employee benefits practice, reports Captive Insurance Times. Itasca, Illinois-based Better Business Planning offers customized employee benefits solutions, as well as complementary services such as payroll administration and human resources consulting.
RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., has acquired Better Business Planning Inc. to expand its national employee benefits practice, reports Captive Insurance Times. Itasca, Illinois-based Better Business Planning offers customized employee benefits solutions, as well as complementary services such as payroll administration and human resources consulting.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20211102/STORY/912345655/Risk-Strategies-to-acquire-benefits-specialist-Better-Business-Planning}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has bought Itasca, Illinois-based Better Business Planning. The insurance agency specialises in employee benefits solutions, and the acquisition will expand Risk Strategies national practice, it said
US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has bought Itasca, Illinois-based Better Business Planning. The insurance agency specialises in employee benefits solutions, and the acquisition will expand Risk Strategies national practice, it said
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-acquisition-expands-benefits-practice-4548}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US broker Risk Strategies has strengthened its employee benefits offering with the acquisition of Better Business Planning (BBP).
US broker Risk Strategies has strengthened its employee benefits offering with the acquisition of Better Business Planning (BBP).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-builds-eb-book-with-better-business-planning-deal/19119.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Better Business Planning, Inc., an insurance agency specializing in employee benefits solutions.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Better Business Planning, Inc., an insurance agency specializing in employee benefits solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2021/11/01/640074.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The Biden administration introduced a new COVID-19 Action Plan on September 09, called ‘The Path Out of the Pandemic,' which includes measures to reduce the number of unvaccinated Americans through regulatory powers and authorities. For employers, the decision on whether to mandate COVID-19 vaccination is highly complex and fraught with exposures and liabilities.
The Biden administration introduced a new COVID-19 Action Plan on September 09, called ‘The Path Out of the Pandemic,' which includes measures to reduce the number of unvaccinated Americans through regulatory powers and authorities. For employers, the decision on whether to mandate COVID-19 vaccination is highly complex and fraught with exposures and liabilities.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/professional-liability/the-covid19-vaccine-mandate-debate-factors-every-employer-must-consider-314744.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Robert Rosenzweig, senior vice president and national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies, says carriers are being more selective in deploying capacity. For example, Rosenzweig says, carriers are putting restrictions on coverage or requiring certain controls, such as multifactor authentication, endpoint protection, and privileged access management, but the supply is still strong.
Robert Rosenzweig, senior vice president and national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies, says carriers are being more selective in deploying capacity. For example, Rosenzweig says, carriers are putting restrictions on coverage or requiring certain controls, such as multifactor authentication, endpoint protection, and privileged access management, but the supply is still strong.
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Given the mass of cases and ongoing treatment associated with COVID-19 that we seem poised to face, the need for effective disability coverage is becoming clearer than ever.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/long-haul-covid-19-cases-and-the-need-for-long-term-disability-coverage}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Independent Agent}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US intermediary Risk Strategies has strengthened its capabilities in the "last mile delivery" and moving and storage insurance sectors with the acquisition of transportation-focused all lines brokerage Corrigan Johnston Risk Advisors (CJRA).
US intermediary Risk Strategies has strengthened its capabilities in the "last mile delivery" and moving and storage insurance sectors with the acquisition of transportation-focused all lines brokerage Corrigan Johnston Risk Advisors (CJRA).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-transportation-specialist-corrigan-johnston-risk-advisors/19036.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced th
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced th
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-swoops-for-new-jersey-brokerage-314538.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}So, how does the quality control of submission data play such a key role? As Joe Quarantello of Risk Strategies said, "It starts and ends with a good submission."
So, how does the quality control of submission data play such a key role? As Joe Quarantello of Risk Strategies said, "It starts and ends with a good submission."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2021/10/22/the-good-and-bad-in-real-estate-insurance-submissions/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The losses sustained by wineries during the last few fire seasons had become untenable for some insurance carriers, said Nicholas Svetcoff, an insurance broker for wineries at Risk Strategies in Burlingame, in an interview earlier this summer. A single burned winery in a high-profile area like Napa Valley could result in a claim of $20 million or more, he said.
The losses sustained by wineries during the last few fire seasons had become untenable for some insurance carriers, said Nicholas Svetcoff, an insurance broker for wineries at Risk Strategies in Burlingame, in an interview earlier this summer. A single burned winery in a high-profile area like Napa Valley could result in a claim of $20 million or more, he said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/article/Winemakers-and-farmers-should-be-able-to-get-16527875.php}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The San Fransisco Chronicle}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In senior facilities, the concern is there will be charges of failure to treat pressure ulcers, to adequately provide care, to properly supervise and to prevent slips and falls cases "because you were so wrapped up in COVID, and managing for that, that you weren't doing the day-in, day-out care for residents," said Joe Levy, Philadelphia-based senior vice president, traditional health care practice for Risk Strategies Co. Inc.
In senior facilities, the concern is there will be charges of failure to treat pressure ulcers, to adequately provide care, to properly supervise and to prevent slips and falls cases "because you were so wrapped up in COVID, and managing for that, that you weren't doing the day-in, day-out care for residents," said Joe Levy, Philadelphia-based senior vice president, traditional health care practice for Risk Strategies Co. Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20211005/STORY/912344831/Pandemics-unexpected-side-effect?ticks=637685031771375255&ticks=637685031771375255}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that John Meder, of Raleigh, North Carolina, will be the new head of risk consulting and claims advocacy.
Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that John Meder, of Raleigh, North Carolina, will be the new head of risk consulting and claims advocacy.
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Previously, Mr. Meder was executive vice president, head of risk advisory at USI Insurance Services Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/AnnouncementDetails/13455}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Meder brings over 30 years of experience in risk management, analytics, claims and loss control.
Meder brings over 30 years of experience in risk management, analytics, claims and loss control.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-names-john-meder-as-head-of-risk-consulting-and-claims/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has hired Erica Honig to serve as compliance director of Employee Benefits.
Risk Strategies has hired Erica Honig to serve as compliance director of Employee Benefits.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/9-people-on-the-move-14/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The fallout from the Surfside tragedy adds to the difficulties already faced by the insurance industry in Florida, which has for years grappled with scores of natural disasters and widespread property insurance litigation, agreed Virginia Hazlett, vice president of the national real estate practice group at Risk Strategies.
The fallout from the Surfside tragedy adds to the difficulties already faced by the insurance industry in Florida, which has for years grappled with scores of natural disasters and widespread property insurance litigation, agreed Virginia Hazlett, vice president of the national real estate practice group at Risk Strategies.
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Risk Strategies Co. named Jim Schmidt commercial lines leader, West Region. Previously, Mr. Schmidt was director of business development at Associated Agencies Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/section/comings-and-goings}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has appointed Jim Schmidt as commercial lines leader, West Region.
Risk Strategies has appointed Jim Schmidt as commercial lines leader, West Region.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/5-people-on-the-move-34/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has appointed a new commercial lines leader for the Western region. Jim Schmidt will be responsible for building its regional strategy for commercial property and casualty business.
US specialty insurance brokerage and alternative risk program provider Risk Strategies has appointed a new commercial lines leader for the Western region. Jim Schmidt will be responsible for building its regional strategy for commercial property and casualty business.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-appoints-new-regional-head-4456}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Wildfires are burning a hole in California's wallet — and not just state government's. With no place in California immune to the increasing, raging infernos that barrel over communities, fires touch industry and peoples' pocketbooks in dozens of ways, from insurance and tourism losses to home hardening and fire prevention costs.
Wildfires are burning a hole in California's wallet — and not just state government's. With no place in California immune to the increasing, raging infernos that barrel over communities, fires touch industry and peoples' pocketbooks in dozens of ways, from insurance and tourism losses to home hardening and fire prevention costs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/article/article/counting-the-hidden-costs-of-north-bay-california-wildfires-on-businesses/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The North Bay Business Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Based in Fayetteville, Georgia, Benevestco is a specialist in creating and servicing tailored benefits plans for businesses, with a focus on mid to large-market employers. Benevestco will join the Risk Strategies' National Employee Benefits Practice.
Based in Fayetteville, Georgia, Benevestco is a specialist in creating and servicing tailored benefits plans for businesses, with a focus on mid to large-market employers. Benevestco will join the Risk Strategies' National Employee Benefits Practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2021/09/20/632618.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced it has acquired the assets of employee benefits specialty broker Benevestco, Inc., a Resource Seven company. Terms of the deal were not announced.
National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced it has acquired the assets of employee benefits specialty broker Benevestco, Inc., a Resource Seven company. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2021/08/31/629549.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}For the past 20 years, Danna-Gracey, the largest independent medical malpractice insurance agency in Florida, has dedicated itself to providing insurance coverage placement for doctors and other health care providers. As a result of its recent merger with Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, the company now gains a nationwide platform through which its experts can provide medical professional liability coverage for physician and surgeons, nurses and other health care professionals as well as hospitals, ASCs, facilities, and long term care, in addition to personal and commercial lines as well…
For the past 20 years, Danna-Gracey, the largest independent medical malpractice insurance agency in Florida, has dedicated itself to providing insurance coverage placement for doctors and other health care providers. As a result of its recent merger with Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, the company now gains a nationwide platform through which its experts can provide medical professional liability coverage for physician and surgeons, nurses and other health care professionals as well as hospitals, ASCs, facilities, and long term care, in addition to personal and commercial lines as well…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2021/08/25/news-in-brief-for-the-week-of-aug-27.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=South Florida Business Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"I think it's the nature of the art world to constantly be looking to the next thing," says Mary Pontillo, senior vice president of the Dewitt Stern Fine Arts Practice at Risk Strategies, in this episode of the Insuring Cyber Podcast. "I think that's the nature of artists - just constantly pushing boundaries."
"I think it's the nature of the art world to constantly be looking to the next thing," says Mary Pontillo, senior vice president of the Dewitt Stern Fine Arts Practice at Risk Strategies, in this episode of the Insuring Cyber Podcast. "I think that's the nature of artists - just constantly pushing boundaries."
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Speciality insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired medical malpractice insurance company Danna-Gracey.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-med-mal-insurer-danna-gracey-26679}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Speciality insurance brokerage and risk management company Risk Strategies has acquired Danna-Gracey, a medical malpractice insurance specialist.
Speciality insurance brokerage and risk management company Risk Strategies has acquired Danna-Gracey, a medical malpractice insurance specialist.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/industryarticle.php?article_id=7657&navigationaction=industrynews&newssection=industry}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national speciality insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Danna-Gracey, a Florida-based specialist in medical malpractice insurance. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies, a national speciality insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Danna-Gracey, a Florida-based specialist in medical malpractice insurance. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/professional-liability/risk-strategies-swoops-for-florida-firm-302646.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Inc. Magazine today revealed that Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, is No. 2374 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
Inc. Magazine today revealed that Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, is No. 2374 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
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"From a mentorship perspective, it's important to teach assertiveness, persistence, resilience–and, truthfully, working harder than your male counterpart," Tikia said. "Women really have to face a lot of isolation in this industry. But we're also creative, out-of-the-box thinkers."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www-benefitspro-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.benefitspro.com/2021/08/18/venus-rising-these-female-brokers-are-reshaping-the-industry-in-their-own-image/?amp=1}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=BenefitsPro.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, acquired property/casualty actuarial consulting firm Centric Actuarial Solutions LLC, based in Overland Park, Kansas.
National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, acquired property/casualty actuarial consulting firm Centric Actuarial Solutions LLC, based in Overland Park, Kansas.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2021/08/16/627094.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., said Monday it has acquired Delray Beach, Florida-based Danna-Gracey Inc., a medical malpractice liability agency.
RSC Insurance Brokerages Inc., which does business as Risk Strategies Co., said Monday it has acquired Delray Beach, Florida-based Danna-Gracey Inc., a medical malpractice liability agency.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20210816/NEWS06/912343900/Risk-Strategies-buys-med-mal-specialist?}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Danna-Gracey, a specialist in medical malpractice insurance headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida. Terms of the deal were not released.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Danna-Gracey, a specialist in medical malpractice insurance headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida. Terms of the deal were not released.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2021/08/16/627402.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Centric consults clients in a wide variety of industries to help understand and assess their cost of risk, with a focus on organisations employing alternative risk programs and approaches.
Centric consults clients in a wide variety of industries to help understand and assess their cost of risk, with a focus on organisations employing alternative risk programs and approaches.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquires-centric-actuarial-solutions/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, acquired property/casualty actuarial consulting firm Centric Actuarial Solutions LLC, based in Overland Park, Kansas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
National specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, acquired property/casualty actuarial consulting firm Centric Actuarial Solutions LLC, based in Overland Park, Kansas. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2021/08/04/625628.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Sharon Edwards transitioned from COO to CFO of Risk Strategies this January, helping the brokerage adapt to the rapid growth experienced over the last year.
Sharon Edwards transitioned from COO to CFO of Risk Strategies this January, helping the brokerage adapt to the rapid growth experienced over the last year.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/broker-perspective/coo-to-cfo-transitioning-roles-during-a-pandemic-301266.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}According to Steve Pincus, national personal lines practice leader at Risk Strategies, the increased frequency and magnitude of natural disasters like wildfires, wind, flooding, hail storms and tornados have greatly affected the entire insurance market, including personal lines. This leads to virtually all insurance placements becoming more difficult to negotiate.
According to Steve Pincus, national personal lines practice leader at Risk Strategies, the increased frequency and magnitude of natural disasters like wildfires, wind, flooding, hail storms and tornados have greatly affected the entire insurance market, including personal lines. This leads to virtually all insurance placements becoming more difficult to negotiate.
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Bryan Ice, CIC is Director of Sales – Transportation at Risk Strategies. He has been involved in the insurance industry since 2003, assuming his position at Risk Strategies in 2017.
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For decades, it's been standard for many California wineries to insure their properties against wildfire damage, said Nicholas Svetcoff, a broker at Risk Strategies in Burlingame who works primarily with wineries.
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Insurers began feeling the strain of wildfires more acutely in 2017, when a series of blazes afflicted numerous properties, with one insurance area broker, Risk Strategies, telling the Chronicle that it had 180 wineries making claims that necessitated $22 million in insurance payouts.
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"NFTs really came on to our radar with the huge Christie's sale," said Mary Pontillo, SVP and national fine arts practice leader for Risk Strategies. "The first immediate issue for us was that the fine art policies that we sell provide coverage for physical loss or damage. But how do you cover physical loss or damage for NFTs?"
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Some Bay Area wineries hit hard by recent fires, and now getting hit with another problem. Allen Martin they are forced to pay for more expensive insurance coverage, or have no coverage at all.
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5. Risk Strategies Co., 160 Federal St. Boston, MA 02110
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And 99.9 percent of group life benefits are never paid out to beneficiaries, because people rarely die while employed, says Greg Zito, producer, at Zito Insurance Agency a division of Risk Strategies.
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He joined Risk Strategies through the 2014 acquisition of DeWitt Stern Group, and in 2018, he was named the New York metro region leader for Risk Strategies.
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Risk Strategies named Raj Gulati a senior vice president. He served at EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants as a principal.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2021/06/25/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-june-25-2021/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies is sponsoring its first Annual Nationwide Student Health Benchmarking Survey to discover the emerging trends in student healthcare
Risk Strategies is sponsoring its first Annual Nationwide Student Health Benchmarking Survey to discover the emerging trends in student healthcare
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Raj Gulati joins Risk Strategies from EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, where he spent three years serving as principal.
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Kriton Pantelides, vice president-professional services of Risk Strategies, advises, "Any claim or even the knowledge that the firm is providing riskier professional services in some material volume will likely trigger a re-underwriting process upon renewal and ultimately increase the firm's insurance rates."
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National specialty insurance broker Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Pincus as national personal lines practice leader.
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National insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Pincus National Personal Lines Practice Leader. A 30+ year industry veteran, he previously served as interim leader.
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Risk Strategies has promoted Steve Pincus to national personal lines practice leader while the US broker has also shuffled the management of its New York regional leadership team.
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Risk Strategies appointed Steve Pincus as national personal lines practice leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2021/06/18/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-june-18-2021/?slreturn=20210521100053}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Bob Dubraski, chief growth officer and health care practice leader at Risk Strategies, discusses the challenges that risk managers in the health care sector are facing and what they can do to navigate the hard market.
Bob Dubraski, chief growth officer and health care practice leader at Risk Strategies, discusses the challenges that risk managers in the health care sector are facing and what they can do to navigate the hard market.
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Professional liability coverage for designers is an evolving challenge. Darren Black, architects and engineers practice lead at Risk Strategies, an insurance broker, says complications are multiplying.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.enr.com/articles/51726-prices-rise-sharply-as-clouds-darken-construction-insurance-market-for-buyers}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Engineering News Record}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Broking Manager will allow the Risk Strategies' team to quantify and explain to their clients the sources and financial impact of cyber risk exposure.
Broking Manager will allow the Risk Strategies' team to quantify and explain to their clients the sources and financial impact of cyber risk exposure.
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Specialist insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has partnered with cybersecurity firm CyberCube to adopt Broking Manager, CyberCube's risk analytics platform for insurance intermediaries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/risk-strategies-partners-with-cybercube-254166.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The US specialist insurance brokerage and risk management firm will also be using application programming interface (API) components from CyberCube's solutions for analytics.
The US specialist insurance brokerage and risk management firm will also be using application programming interface (API) components from CyberCube's solutions for analytics.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/technologyarticle.php?article_id=7486&navigationaction=technologynews&newssection=technology}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Smart Business spoke with Chris Zito, Managing Director of Zito Insurance Agency a Division of Risk Strategies, about the variables an employer needs to consider, including the business risk, before deciding whether or not to implement a telecommuting program.
Smart Business spoke with Chris Zito, Managing Director of Zito Insurance Agency a Division of Risk Strategies, about the variables an employer needs to consider, including the business risk, before deciding whether or not to implement a telecommuting program.
}', 4='{type=string, value=http://www.sbnonline.com/article/protect-your-company-with-written-telecommuting-guidelines-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Smart Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a specialist insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced that it has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS). The acquisition expands Risk Strategies' capabilities in its national student health practice.
Risk Strategies, a specialist insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced that it has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS). The acquisition expands Risk Strategies' capabilities in its national student health practice.
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Risk Strategies, a Boston, Massachusetts-based national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS), expanding capabilities in its national student health practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2021/04/01/608077.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS), expanding capabilities in its national student health practice.
Risk Strategies, a national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS), expanding capabilities in its national student health practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/industryarticle.php?article_id=7438&navigationaction=latestnews&newssection=industry&page=1}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has strengthened capabilities in its national student health practice by purchasing Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS).
Risk Strategies has strengthened capabilities in its national student health practice by purchasing Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.lifeinsuranceinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-takes-over-specialty-insurance-solutions/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, the specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS).
Risk Strategies, the specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Specialty Insurance Solutions (SIS).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-builds-up-its-student-health-practice-with-sis-acquisition-4069}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In 2020, the Risk Strategies family dedicated their time to those in need with heartfelt volunteer work and nearly $150,000 in donations for our Thanksgiving Drive alone. We're so pleased to have their efforts spotlighted in the @Insurance Journal Charity Issue with our team at Gowrie Group, a division of Risk Strategies!
In 2020, the Risk Strategies family dedicated their time to those in need with heartfelt volunteer work and nearly $150,000 in donations for our Thanksgiving Drive alone. We're so pleased to have their efforts spotlighted in the @Insurance Journal Charity Issue with our team at Gowrie Group, a division of Risk Strategies!
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/12/21/594932.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}With respects to auto physical damage coverage, it should be noted that the rising cost of new vehicles and the continual upgrades in onboard technology and safety equipmentare also impactign the rates insurers are charging.
With respects to auto physical damage coverage, it should be noted that the rising cost of new vehicles and the continual upgrades in onboard technology and safety equipmentare also impactign the rates insurers are charging.
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"John Mina, CEO of Risk Strategies, says this moment in time calls for captive practitioners everywhere to up their game and improve the image of the industry..."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/citimes/issue.php?issuelink=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/citimes/CITimes_issue_214.pdf&issueNo=214&year=2021}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=2, name='2021', order=4, label='2021'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired FBA National, a specialist in developing employee benefits solutions that align with an organization's goals and workforce needs.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired FBA National, a specialist in developing employee benefits solutions that align with an organization's goals and workforce needs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2020/12/18/594444.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Rob Rosenzweig, national cyber practice leader, Risk Strategies. Ransomware attacks show no sign of stopping, and the pandemic has only ramped this space up. Next year we can expect to see more of these incidents hitting the healthcare and R&D industries as hackers look for intellectual property and trade secrets related to COVID-19.
Rob Rosenzweig, national cyber practice leader, Risk Strategies. Ransomware attacks show no sign of stopping, and the pandemic has only ramped this space up. Next year we can expect to see more of these incidents hitting the healthcare and R&D industries as hackers look for intellectual property and trade secrets related to COVID-19.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.synopsys.com/blogs/software-security/2021-software-security-predictions/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Synopsys}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Garden City, N.Y.-based employee benefits specialist FBA National. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies has acquired Garden City, N.Y.-based employee benefits specialist FBA National. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/blog/infrastructure-issues-tools-to-dig-deep-on-potential-risks}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=S&P Global - Market Intelligence}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The COVID-19 pandemic has taught all of us lessons in risk and resilience. The pandemic shocked people around the world with a magnitude unparalleled in recent history. While the circumstances may be unique, the reality is there will be more unexpected disasters in the near future. To quote Mark Twain, "History doesn't repeat itself, but it often rhymes."
The COVID-19 pandemic has taught all of us lessons in risk and resilience. The pandemic shocked people around the world with a magnitude unparalleled in recent history. While the circumstances may be unique, the reality is there will be more unexpected disasters in the near future. To quote Mark Twain, "History doesn't repeat itself, but it often rhymes."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.rmmagazine.com/2020/12/01/risks-to-watch-in-2021/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk Management}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Every year Nov. 1-Dec. 31, Gowrie Group, a Division of Risk Strategies, challenges their local community of businesses and friends to team together to raise money to benefit The Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries. T
Every year Nov. 1-Dec. 31, Gowrie Group, a Division of Risk Strategies, challenges their local community of businesses and friends to team together to raise money to benefit The Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries. T
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.middletownpress.com/news/article/Middlesex-County-Chamber-of-Commerce-holding-15725964.php}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Middletown Press}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired LaRocca & Associates Inc., a specialty brokerage with expertise in health and welfare benefits across several industries.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired LaRocca & Associates Inc., a specialty brokerage with expertise in health and welfare benefits across several industries.
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Property/casualty insurance for senior living facilities has taken a hit this year. The insurance market has been hardening for the last year or two, and the COVID-19 pandemic brought on a wave of new challenges that has only compounded the problem.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/11/16/590630.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies acquired LaRocca & Associates, Inc., a brokerage focused in health and welfare benefits across several industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Established in 1980, LaRocca & Associates has a focus on employee benefits and property and casualty that Risk Strategies says will enhance its national employee benefits practice.
Risk Strategies acquired LaRocca & Associates, Inc., a brokerage focused in health and welfare benefits across several industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Established in 1980, LaRocca & Associates has a focus on employee benefits and property and casualty that Risk Strategies says will enhance its national employee benefits practice.
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LaRocca & Associates was established in 1980 and specialises in employee benefits and property and casualty (P&C) coverage, with offices in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as well as Atlanta, Georgia.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2020/10/27/2115248/0/en/Risk-Strategies-Acquires-LaRocca-Associates-Inc.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of LaRocca & Associates, a specialty brokerage with expertise in health and welfare benefits across several industries.
Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of LaRocca & Associates, a specialty brokerage with expertise in health and welfare benefits across several industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/healthcare/risk-strategies-scoops-up-florida-firm-237602.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Established in 1980, LaRocca & Associates focuses on employee benefits and property and casualty (P&C) insurance. LaRocca & Associates has offices in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as well as Atlanta, expanding Risk Strategies' presence and capabilities in the Southeast.
Established in 1980, LaRocca & Associates focuses on employee benefits and property and casualty (P&C) insurance. LaRocca & Associates has offices in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as well as Atlanta, expanding Risk Strategies' presence and capabilities in the Southeast.
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Risk Strategies has acquired LaRocca & Associates, a specialty brokerage with expertise in health and welfare benefits across several industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=7090}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Business Insurance on Thursday named the 2020 winners of its annual Women to Watch awards program. Business Insurance started the program in 2006 to recognize women leaders doing outstanding work in risk management and commercial insurance. From the beginning, the program has recognized winners working around the globe, and in 2017, the publication expanded the awards to include a separate program specifically for women executives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Business Insurance on Thursday named the 2020 winners of its annual Women to Watch awards program. Business Insurance started the program in 2006 to recognize women leaders doing outstanding work in risk management and commercial insurance. From the beginning, the program has recognized winners working around the globe, and in 2017, the publication expanded the awards to include a separate program specifically for women executives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20201015/NEWS06/912337184/Business-Insurance-announces-2020-Women-to-Watch}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies acquired Securitas Insurance Partners, LLC, a specialty brokerage focused on the retail insurance and risk management needs of venture capital and private equity-backed portfolio companies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies acquired Securitas Insurance Partners, LLC, a specialty brokerage focused on the retail insurance and risk management needs of venture capital and private equity-backed portfolio companies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/09/16/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-september-16-2020/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Property Casualty 360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Securitas specializes in insurance and risk management services for venture capital and private equity-backed portfolio companies in various sectors, including life science, healthcare, technology, new energy and financial services, a Risk Strategies statement said.
Securitas specializes in insurance and risk management services for venture capital and private equity-backed portfolio companies in various sectors, including life science, healthcare, technology, new energy and financial services, a Risk Strategies statement said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20200910/NEWS06/912336567/Risk-Strategies-buys-private-equity-specialist-Securitas#}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"Companies that are part of a private equity or venture capital investment portfolio, or simply focused on growing through acquisition, face complicated and often high stakes risks," said John Mina, Risk Strategies' CEO. "Securitas is a leader in identifying and mitigating these risks. We saw that expertise as a great fit for our growing national Private Equity practice."
"Companies that are part of a private equity or venture capital investment portfolio, or simply focused on growing through acquisition, face complicated and often high stakes risks," said John Mina, Risk Strategies' CEO. "Securitas is a leader in identifying and mitigating these risks. We saw that expertise as a great fit for our growing national Private Equity practice."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/20/09/g17430153/risk-strategies-acquires-securitas-insurance-partners}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Benzinga.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies CEO John Mina described Securitas as "a great fit for our growing national Private Equity practice," which experienced a boom in 2019 following the acquisition of private equity specialist, Krauter & Company.
Risk Strategies CEO John Mina described Securitas as "a great fit for our growing national Private Equity practice," which experienced a boom in 2019 following the acquisition of private equity specialist, Krauter & Company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-acquires-securitas-insurance-partners-233086.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies a privately held, rapidly growing international insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that Jennifer Johnston has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Marketing Officer. Johnston brings a wealth of experience in branding, marketing and communications in the insurance industry, consulting and professional services as well as technology. She has a proven ability to lead marketing during times of change and rapid expansion and has been a passionate advocate for high-value client experience and digital marketing solutions.
Risk Strategies a privately held, rapidly growing international insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that Jennifer Johnston has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Marketing Officer. Johnston brings a wealth of experience in branding, marketing and communications in the insurance industry, consulting and professional services as well as technology. She has a proven ability to lead marketing during times of change and rapid expansion and has been a passionate advocate for high-value client experience and digital marketing solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2020/08/21/risk-strategies-appoints-jennifer-johnston-chief-marketing-officer-45717/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has appointed Jennifer Johnston to the newly created position of chief marketing officer. Johnston joins Risk Strategies from CopperPoint Insurance Companies where she served as executive vice president and chief marketing officer. Before that she was chief strategic marketing officer at PMA Companies/Old Republic Insurance Group, and vice president of marketing for Unisys Global Industries. She started her career at TELUS, a Canadian national telecommunications company.
Risk Strategies has appointed Jennifer Johnston to the newly created position of chief marketing officer. Johnston joins Risk Strategies from CopperPoint Insurance Companies where she served as executive vice president and chief marketing officer. Before that she was chief strategic marketing officer at PMA Companies/Old Republic Insurance Group, and vice president of marketing for Unisys Global Industries. She started her career at TELUS, a Canadian national telecommunications company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-names-jennifer-johnston-as-chief-marketing-officer-3662}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Jennifer Johnston to the newly created role of chief marketing officer. Johnston has extensive experience in branding, marketing and communications in the insurance industry, consulting and professional services and technology. She has been a passionate advocate for high-value client experience and digital marketing, Risk Strategies said. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Johnston served as executive vice president and chief marketing officer at CopperPoint Insurance Companies. She has also held executive marketing roles at PMA/Old Republic Insurance Group and Unisys Global. She began her career at TELUS, a Canadian telecommunications company.
Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Jennifer Johnston to the newly created role of chief marketing officer. Johnston has extensive experience in branding, marketing and communications in the insurance industry, consulting and professional services and technology. She has been a passionate advocate for high-value client experience and digital marketing, Risk Strategies said. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Johnston served as executive vice president and chief marketing officer at CopperPoint Insurance Companies. She has also held executive marketing roles at PMA/Old Republic Insurance Group and Unisys Global. She began her career at TELUS, a Canadian telecommunications company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-names-chief-marketing-officer-231147.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"This is all still emerging," said Elizabeth Marks, senior strategy consultant with Academic HealthPlans, which provides student health insurance plans at campuses across the country.
"This is all still emerging," said Elizabeth Marks, senior strategy consultant with Academic HealthPlans, which provides student health insurance plans at campuses across the country.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/14/your-money/colleges-fees-coronavirus.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The New York Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"There's been a shift away from hacking and data breaches that steal credit card numbers, as they became less valuable to sell," said Robert Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at DeWitt Stern. "Now there's more diversion and manipulation."
"There's been a shift away from hacking and data breaches that steal credit card numbers, as they became less valuable to sell," said Robert Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at DeWitt Stern. "Now there's more diversion and manipulation."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-art-collectors-avoid-online-phishing-scams-social-engineering}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Artsy.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The liability that nursing homes carry is going to be a huge concern going forward. Insurance carriers are already writing COVID-19 exclusions into their professional liability policies for the next renewal period, and we expect the insurance market to harden even further.
The liability that nursing homes carry is going to be a huge concern going forward. Insurance carriers are already writing COVID-19 exclusions into their professional liability policies for the next renewal period, and we expect the insurance market to harden even further.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/07/20/576047.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"Our work has absolutely increased tenfold because of the work around COVID," Demchak said. Premiums for higher education clients rose between 20 and 40 percent this year, said Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risks Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
"Our work has absolutely increased tenfold because of the work around COVID," Demchak said. Premiums for higher education clients rose between 20 and 40 percent this year, said Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risks Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2020/07/08/pandemic-has-exacerbated-hard-insurance-market-higher-ed}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside Higher Ed}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Some insurers are attempting to remove nonphysical damage exposures from their property policies, too, said Peter Fallon, senior vice president, at brokerage Risk Strategies Co. Inc. in Boston.
Some insurers are attempting to remove nonphysical damage exposures from their property policies, too, said Peter Fallon, senior vice president, at brokerage Risk Strategies Co. Inc. in Boston.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20200707/NEWS06/912335482/Property-insurers-impose-policy-restrictions,-hike-rates-renewals?utm_campaign=BI20200707DailyBriefing}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, noted that every company faces different cyber security threats, but the study provides insight into where they are investing. "Understanding what peers are doing and where there's ROI is important," Rosenzweig said, noting the study "aligns with where we're seeing the claims activity in the marketplace."
Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, noted that every company faces different cyber security threats, but the study provides insight into where they are investing. "Understanding what peers are doing and where there's ROI is important," Rosenzweig said, noting the study "aligns with where we're seeing the claims activity in the marketplace."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/cyber-security-can-bring-triple-digit-returns-why-arent-more-companies-investing/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance specialist LeConte Moore and professional fine art appraiser Vincent Wiener deal with high-profile performers and artists and their works so hearing talk of big dollar figures is not unusual.
Insurance specialist LeConte Moore and professional fine art appraiser Vincent Wiener deal with high-profile performers and artists and their works so hearing talk of big dollar figures is not unusual.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2020/06/23/572826.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}How COVID-19 is reshaping risk management
How COVID-19 is reshaping risk management
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/06/03/how-covid-19-is-reshaping-risk-management/?slreturn=20200503160310}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Separate roles with a "Chief People Officer" or any number of non-HR titles that give employees a trusted, confidential and "safe" place to speak openly. Top-down buy-in is required. The C-Suite needs to report back on action taken based upon employee feedback regularly to reinforce the culture. - Zain Hasan, Risk Strategies Company
Separate roles with a "Chief People Officer" or any number of non-HR titles that give employees a trusted, confidential and "safe" place to speak openly. Top-down buy-in is required. The C-Suite needs to report back on action taken based upon employee feedback regularly to reinforce the culture. - Zain Hasan, Risk Strategies Company
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2020/06/01/15-effective-strategies-to-increase-employee-faith-in-hr/#5551b1f75f3c}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Forbes}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}John A. Hamby, senior managing director, national entertainment practice leader, DeWitt Stern of California Insurance Services, a division of Risk Strategies Co., said the film and television space is still essentially shut down. He doesn't see the industry picking up production until at least July, even into August, September or October.
John A. Hamby, senior managing director, national entertainment practice leader, DeWitt Stern of California Insurance Services, a division of Risk Strategies Co., said the film and television space is still essentially shut down. He doesn't see the industry picking up production until at least July, even into August, September or October.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.mynewmarkets.com/articles/183630/whats-in-store-for-the-entertainment-industry-post-covid-19-shutdown}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=MyNewMarkets.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The Hollywood Reporter previously reported that the MPA and the Independent Film & Television Alliance have been advocating for federal help in gaining insurance on productions, while DeWitt Stern Risk Strategies insurance brokerage managing director Peter A. Marshall was helping to craft language regarding media production for the bill. When reached by THR, Marshall said he didn't believe that language was included in the first draft, although it might be added if the draft goes to committee.
The Hollywood Reporter previously reported that the MPA and the Independent Film & Television Alliance have been advocating for federal help in gaining insurance on productions, while DeWitt Stern Risk Strategies insurance brokerage managing director Peter A. Marshall was helping to craft language regarding media production for the bill. When reached by THR, Marshall said he didn't believe that language was included in the first draft, although it might be added if the draft goes to committee.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/studios-have-weighed-pandemic-risk-insurance-bill-author-says-1296019}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Hollywood Reporter}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}New to the market buyers include business-to-business firms, the industrial sector, and manufacturers, according to Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies. Media reports of ransomware and other threats have opened eyes to the risk.Read More
New to the market buyers include business-to-business firms, the industrial sector, and manufacturers, according to Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies. Media reports of ransomware and other threats have opened eyes to the risk.Read More
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=35&email=rrosenzweig@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=368027229&adp=P&hkg=L371fGfe93}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}John A. Hamby, senior managing director, national entertainment practice leader, DeWitt Stern of California Insurance Services, a division of Risk Strategies Co., said the film and television space is still essentially shut down. He doesn't see the industry picking up production until at least July, even into August, September or October. Much of that decision lies within jurisdictional restrictions and guidelines, he noted.
John A. Hamby, senior managing director, national entertainment practice leader, DeWitt Stern of California Insurance Services, a division of Risk Strategies Co., said the film and television space is still essentially shut down. He doesn't see the industry picking up production until at least July, even into August, September or October. Much of that decision lies within jurisdictional restrictions and guidelines, he noted.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/05/18/568798.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Peter A. Marshall, a managing director of the DeWitt Stern Risk Strategies insurance brokerage, has helped craft language that could specifically address media production. The MPA and IFTA are hopeful those provisions would be part of any bill that goes forward.
Peter A. Marshall, a managing director of the DeWitt Stern Risk Strategies insurance brokerage, has helped craft language that could specifically address media production. The MPA and IFTA are hopeful those provisions would be part of any bill that goes forward.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/blumhouse-plans-film-shoot-universal-lot-insurance-risks-1294936}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Hollywood Reporter}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Schaffer, a Fine Arts Power Broker and senior account executive at DeWitt Stern, a division of Risk Strategies, doesn't want insurance to ever be the obstacle in her clients' way.
Schaffer, a Fine Arts Power Broker and senior account executive at DeWitt Stern, a division of Risk Strategies, doesn't want insurance to ever be the obstacle in her clients' way.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/84-insurance-brokers-you-havent-heard-the-last-of/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Policies tailored for theatrical productions typically do not require physical losses, said Peter Shoemaker, a managing director at DeWitt Stern, an insurance brokerage that works with Broadway shows.
Policies tailored for theatrical productions typically do not require physical losses, said Peter Shoemaker, a managing director at DeWitt Stern, an insurance brokerage that works with Broadway shows.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/05/arts/insurance-claims-coronavirus-arts.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The New York Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"We've seen two to three times the usual number of breaches, most frequently ransomware attacks," says Robert Rosenzweig, a national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, a large national insurance brokerage.
"We've seen two to three times the usual number of breaches, most frequently ransomware attacks," says Robert Rosenzweig, a national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, a large national insurance brokerage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14588-zaha-hadid-architects-hit-with-ransomware-attack}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Architectural Record}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}According to brokers at Risk Strategies, each of these facilities are wondering if there will be any recourse for the business income lost. "Business interruption is probably the number one subject, for sure," said Joe Levy, senior vice president. "We're fielding a lot of questions." "Some of our clients haven't had a case in 45 days," added Chris Zuccarini, managing director. "We've seen busy practices completely shut down. One just laid off 125 employees. Another with 21 offices closed all but 5. No one could have expected this scenario."
According to brokers at Risk Strategies, each of these facilities are wondering if there will be any recourse for the business income lost. "Business interruption is probably the number one subject, for sure," said Joe Levy, senior vice president. "We're fielding a lot of questions." "Some of our clients haven't had a case in 45 days," added Chris Zuccarini, managing director. "We've seen busy practices completely shut down. One just laid off 125 employees. Another with 21 offices closed all but 5. No one could have expected this scenario."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=1&email=mvitulli@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=365069512&adp=P&hkg=DRXubI2QMd}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"They won't just say ‘hey, sure we'll pay all that'. They are also going to fight to the death." Mike Vitulli, senior vice president and director of Risk Strategies.
"They won't just say ‘hey, sure we'll pay all that'. They are also going to fight to the death." Mike Vitulli, senior vice president and director of Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/article/interview-forced-retroactive-business-interruption-not-same-as-tria}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Matt Smith, executive vice president of Risk Strategies, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' proposed rule entitled "Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Contract Year 2021 and 2022 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicaid Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly".
Matt Smith, executive vice president of Risk Strategies, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has issued a public comment on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' proposed rule entitled "Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Contract Year 2021 and 2022 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicaid Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly".
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://insurancenewsnet.com/oarticle/risk-strategies-issues-public-comment-on-centers-for-medicare-medicaid-services-proposed-rule#.XoybJlxKiUl}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance News Net}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, UNIRISC Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired UNIRISC Inc., a specialist in the global relocation insurance and risk management needs of corporate personnel and private individuals moving domestically and overseas. Founded in 1972 and based in Arlington, Va., UNIRISC's clients include Fortune 100 companies spanning the automotive, financial, pharmaceutical, insurance, service, manufacturing, communications, technology and relocation industries. UNIRISC's services include claims and bespoke relocation assistance to mitigate the risk and complexity of relocation.
Risk Strategies, UNIRISC Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired UNIRISC Inc., a specialist in the global relocation insurance and risk management needs of corporate personnel and private individuals moving domestically and overseas. Founded in 1972 and based in Arlington, Va., UNIRISC's clients include Fortune 100 companies spanning the automotive, financial, pharmaceutical, insurance, service, manufacturing, communications, technology and relocation industries. UNIRISC's services include claims and bespoke relocation assistance to mitigate the risk and complexity of relocation.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2020/04/06/563284.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Panelists opened the hour-long discussion on a positive note, stating there has been an uptick in small and medium-sized businesses that recognize their cyber insurance needs and are purchasing coverage. "We've certainly seen an uptick in small business customers," said Rob Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies. "With the growth of ransomware, I think the individual small businesses have realized how impactful that can be to their direct business."
Panelists opened the hour-long discussion on a positive note, stating there has been an uptick in small and medium-sized businesses that recognize their cyber insurance needs and are purchasing coverage. "We've certainly seen an uptick in small business customers," said Rob Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies. "With the growth of ransomware, I think the individual small businesses have realized how impactful that can be to their direct business."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/04/06/563292.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Some businesses have a system implemented where they set up exit interviews when employees leave. While these can be useful, they don't focus on retaining the business's talent. In this competitive atmosphere, letting a talented employee go to a competitor could spell disaster for the business. Stay interviews try to focus on what the enterprise could do to help the employee remain with the company. To help companies interested in recovering their talent before they leave, 12 professionals from Forbes Human Resources Council explore the strategies they use in similar situations and why they work so well at keeping…
Some businesses have a system implemented where they set up exit interviews when employees leave. While these can be useful, they don't focus on retaining the business's talent. In this competitive atmosphere, letting a talented employee go to a competitor could spell disaster for the business. Stay interviews try to focus on what the enterprise could do to help the employee remain with the company. To help companies interested in recovering their talent before they leave, 12 professionals from Forbes Human Resources Council explore the strategies they use in similar situations and why they work so well at keeping…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2020/04/06/12-strategies-for-conducting-effective-stay-interviews/#72eaa3ab61a3}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Forbes}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"OSHA says you have a duty to provide a safe workplace," said Michael Vitulli, director of risk management services at Risk Strategies. In assessing how to ensure safety in the workplace, he added, it's unlikely that most non-healthcare industries considered the current situation in the planning, even with data available about the impact of the SARS outbreak.
"OSHA says you have a duty to provide a safe workplace," said Michael Vitulli, director of risk management services at Risk Strategies. In assessing how to ensure safety in the workplace, he added, it's unlikely that most non-healthcare industries considered the current situation in the planning, even with data available about the impact of the SARS outbreak.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=1&email=mvitulli@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=364078828&adp=P&hkg=IZ8c454uLe}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Emerging in Wuhan, a city in China's Hubei province, in late December, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), a never-before-seen respiratory illness, it has swept through the country, already infecting hundreds of thousands there, according to the Centers for Disease Control. While the Chinese New Year holiday break that started on Jan. 24 was set to end a customary week later on Jan. 30, Beijing's State Council postponed the reopening of some institutions until Feb. 2 in an effort to contain the viral outbreak, and said the reopening of schools for the spring semester…
Emerging in Wuhan, a city in China's Hubei province, in late December, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), a never-before-seen respiratory illness, it has swept through the country, already infecting hundreds of thousands there, according to the Centers for Disease Control. While the Chinese New Year holiday break that started on Jan. 24 was set to end a customary week later on Jan. 30, Beijing's State Council postponed the reopening of some institutions until Feb. 2 in an effort to contain the viral outbreak, and said the reopening of schools for the spring semester…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/covid-19-and-business-interruption-are-you-and-your-business-covered-by-spencer-macalaster}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Pam Caron, senior vice president of waste and recycling practice for Risk Strategies Company, also says her clients have asked about business interruption coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic. "We have been getting inundated internally and externally with questions around insurance coverage," she tells Waste360. "With COVID-19, the biggest concern right now that I am seeing from a coverage standpoint is business interruption coverage, which is part of a property policy. If there is a massive fire or natural disaster, they have business interruption coverage, which really covers the transfer stations and recycling facilities, etc."
Pam Caron, senior vice president of waste and recycling practice for Risk Strategies Company, also says her clients have asked about business interruption coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic. "We have been getting inundated internally and externally with questions around insurance coverage," she tells Waste360. "With COVID-19, the biggest concern right now that I am seeing from a coverage standpoint is business interruption coverage, which is part of a property policy. If there is a massive fire or natural disaster, they have business interruption coverage, which really covers the transfer stations and recycling facilities, etc."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.waste360.com/business-operations/insuring-waste-recycling-operations-risky-especially-during-pandemic}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Waste360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"We've seen two to three times the usual number of breaches, most frequently ransomware attacks, in the last two weeks," says Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, a large national insurance brokerage.
"We've seen two to three times the usual number of breaches, most frequently ransomware attacks, in the last two weeks," says Robert Rosenzweig, national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies, a large national insurance brokerage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14524-architecture-firms-under-threat-of-ransomware-attacks}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Architechtural Record}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}While pandemic exclusions in typical business interruption insurance policies make them contractually immune to COVID-19 losses, some coverage in the marketplace could be exposed. Peter Fallon of Risk Strategies began responding to coverage inquiries from insureds before the coronavirus reached U.S. shores, often examining policy language line by line. Since 2006, standard policy forms have exempted losses from disease outbreaks, but many policies leave daylight for interpretation, said Fallon, who is senior vice president and head of property at the broker.
While pandemic exclusions in typical business interruption insurance policies make them contractually immune to COVID-19 losses, some coverage in the marketplace could be exposed. Peter Fallon of Risk Strategies began responding to coverage inquiries from insureds before the coronavirus reached U.S. shores, often examining policy language line by line. Since 2006, standard policy forms have exempted losses from disease outbreaks, but many policies leave daylight for interpretation, said Fallon, who is senior vice president and head of property at the broker.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/pandemic-exclusions-standard-but-not-universal-for-business-insurance-57650593}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=S & P Global}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}People are definitely experiencing an interruption in their businesses; however, in our experience, the Business Owners or Package policies will likely not respond because there needs to be a "physical loss or damage" claim to trigger business interruption. The virus is not causing a physical loss or damage to peoples' space, thus the policy will likely not respond.
People are definitely experiencing an interruption in their businesses; however, in our experience, the Business Owners or Package policies will likely not respond because there needs to be a "physical loss or damage" claim to trigger business interruption. The virus is not causing a physical loss or damage to peoples' space, thus the policy will likely not respond.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.withersworldwide.com/en-gb/insight/the-art-market-adjusts-insurance-implications-for-fine-art-collectors-and-exhibitions}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=WithersWorldwide.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Iyan G. Alfredson, senior vice president and co-national practice leader of executive liability at Risk Strategies Inc. in Chicago, said, "D&O rates have skyrocketed" since the Cyan decision, but "should certainly drop" as companies modify their charters to reflect the federal forum provision.
Iyan G. Alfredson, senior vice president and co-national practice leader of executive liability at Risk Strategies Inc. in Chicago, said, "D&O rates have skyrocketed" since the Cyan decision, but "should certainly drop" as companies modify their charters to reflect the federal forum provision.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20200324/NEWS06/912333675/%E2%80%98Federal-forum%E2%80%99-ruling-could-cut-defense-costs,-D&O-rates-Matthew-B-Salzberg,-e}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}A financial market that's in correction territory, coronavirus pandemic fears and an insurance industry hard market for the first time in years. Are these issues related or becoming more so? What's an insured to think right now? The rapidly hardening insurance market is the result of several factors that can be summed up by saying that we're paying today for our prior sins. The industry has had persistent high loss ratios since 2013, primarily caused by an increase in frequency of severe property and liability losses and spiraling litigation costs with ever higher jury awards.
A financial market that's in correction territory, coronavirus pandemic fears and an insurance industry hard market for the first time in years. Are these issues related or becoming more so? What's an insured to think right now? The rapidly hardening insurance market is the result of several factors that can be summed up by saying that we're paying today for our prior sins. The industry has had persistent high loss ratios since 2013, primarily caused by an increase in frequency of severe property and liability losses and spiraling litigation costs with ever higher jury awards.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/03/23/561867.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Medical malpractice insurers have responded with flexibility as their clients deal with liability concerns produced by the COVID-19 pandemic. That flexibility has included advice on which treatments can or cannot be covered, as well as easing coverage restrictions on telehealth and staffing issues. Chris Zuccarini, managing director of healthcare for Risk Strategies Inc. said carriers like Doctors Co. An Interinsurance Exchange and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. subsidiary Medgroup Inc. are communicating with their insureds and trying to help any way they can.
Medical malpractice insurers have responded with flexibility as their clients deal with liability concerns produced by the COVID-19 pandemic. That flexibility has included advice on which treatments can or cannot be covered, as well as easing coverage restrictions on telehealth and staffing issues. Chris Zuccarini, managing director of healthcare for Risk Strategies Inc. said carriers like Doctors Co. An Interinsurance Exchange and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. subsidiary Medgroup Inc. are communicating with their insureds and trying to help any way they can.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/medical-malpractice-carriers-giving-getting-leeway-in-face-of-covid-19-pandemic-57629937}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=S&P Global}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The insurance impacts of the coronavirus pandemic remain unclear, but experts agree that the effects will reverberate through the industry and economy for years to come. In addition to disruptions faced by businesses of all kinds, insurers and brokers also face significant questions about coverage from customers, likely in nearly every line of business. With travel restrictions in place not only by private employers but also governments, businesses are scrambling to determine not only the effect on business but also potential insurance reimbursement.
The insurance impacts of the coronavirus pandemic remain unclear, but experts agree that the effects will reverberate through the industry and economy for years to come. In addition to disruptions faced by businesses of all kinds, insurers and brokers also face significant questions about coverage from customers, likely in nearly every line of business. With travel restrictions in place not only by private employers but also governments, businesses are scrambling to determine not only the effect on business but also potential insurance reimbursement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/news_detail3.php?list_id=1&email=mvitulli@risk-strategies.com&tpl=news_detail3.tpl&dp=P&ad_scale=1&rid=362243793&adp=P&hkg=WPMAhA87r}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"Because colleges are sending students home as a preventative measure, not because of an event that triggers coverage under their property or business interruption policy, these refund claims will likely not be covered," Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risk Strategies Company
"Because colleges are sending students home as a preventative measure, not because of an event that triggers coverage under their property or business interruption policy, these refund claims will likely not be covered," Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risk Strategies Company
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2020/03/13/students-may-want-room-and-board-back-after-coronavirus-closures-refunds-would-take}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside Higher Education}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Mary Beth Ryan, senior vice president at Boston-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies, said about half of her clients opted for communicable diseases cover. Companies have been calling in recent weeks to ask her if their insurance covers communicable diseases. The coverage would likely be triggered if the event was supposed to take place in a state that has issued bans on large gatherings, assuming it meets size criteria, she said.
Mary Beth Ryan, senior vice president at Boston-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies, said about half of her clients opted for communicable diseases cover. Companies have been calling in recent weeks to ask her if their insurance covers communicable diseases. The coverage would likely be triggered if the event was supposed to take place in a state that has issued bans on large gatherings, assuming it meets size criteria, she said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.wsj.com/articles/when-big-events-get-canceled-due-to-the-coronavirus-whos-on-the-hook-11584088718}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Wall Street Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Last year, Arceo.ai collaborated with Risk Strategies to help launch the latter's Cyber Resolute risk mitigation platform, which combines Arceo.ai's data analytics technology with insurance underwritten through Risk Strategies' partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions.
Last year, Arceo.ai collaborated with Risk Strategies to help launch the latter's Cyber Resolute risk mitigation platform, which combines Arceo.ai's data analytics technology with insurance underwritten through Risk Strategies' partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/arceo-ai-launches-ransomware-assessment-and-response-service-214939.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: Feb. 28, 2020
People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: Feb. 28, 2020
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/02/28/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-feb-28-2020/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}December Risk Strategies Acquires New England-Based Subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings: Privately-held Risk Strategies (a Top 100 Agency)
December Risk Strategies Acquires New England-Based Subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings: Privately-held Risk Strategies (a Top 100 Agency)
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2020/03/02/559838.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced its completion of a recapitalization transaction, which includes a new equity investment from funds managed by private equity firm Kelso & Company.
National insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced its completion of a recapitalization transaction, which includes a new equity investment from funds managed by private equity firm Kelso & Company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-recapitalizes-with-new-investment-from-private-equity-firm-215706.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Even though the digital revolution has changed the way HR operates, and how benefits are communicated and offered, the future of advising shouldn't solely revolve around tech solutions, said panelist Zain Hasan, managing director at Risk Strategies Company and one of Employee Benefit Adviser's 20 Rising Stars in Advising of 2020.
Even though the digital revolution has changed the way HR operates, and how benefits are communicated and offered, the future of advising shouldn't solely revolve around tech solutions, said panelist Zain Hasan, managing director at Risk Strategies Company and one of Employee Benefit Adviser's 20 Rising Stars in Advising of 2020.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.employeebenefitadviser.com/news/changing-benefits-to-fit-the-multi-generational-workforce}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Employee Benefit Adviser}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The deal builds on Risk Strategies' acquisition of California-based captive manager Risk Management Advisors Inc. in 2019 and follows the earlier purchase of Sparks, Maryland-based captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group in 2018. It adds both onshore and offshore capabilities in multiple domiciles, as well as licenses in 10 U.S. jurisdictions, Risk Strategies said in the statement.
The deal builds on Risk Strategies' acquisition of California-based captive manager Risk Management Advisors Inc. in 2019 and follows the earlier purchase of Sparks, Maryland-based captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group in 2018. It adds both onshore and offshore capabilities in multiple domiciles, as well as licenses in 10 U.S. jurisdictions, Risk Strategies said in the statement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20200304/NEWS06/912333378/Risk-Strategies-acquires-captive-manager-gains-international-presence}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The companies did not reveal the financial details of the transaction. Founded 18 years ago, Atlas specialises in the formation and management of captive insurance firms. Risk Strategies CEO John Mina said: "As traditional insurers become more selective in their coverage and premiums rise, innovative alternatives such as captives are increasingly important in creating cost-effective ways to manage and mitigate client risk.
The companies did not reveal the financial details of the transaction. Founded 18 years ago, Atlas specialises in the formation and management of captive insurance firms. Risk Strategies CEO John Mina said: "As traditional insurers become more selective in their coverage and premiums rise, innovative alternatives such as captives are increasingly important in creating cost-effective ways to manage and mitigate client risk.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-snaps-up-captive-manager-atlas-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Verdict}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Atlas Insurance Management as part of its purchase of Atlas Group Limited and its affiliated entities. Atlas Insurance Management focuses on the formation and management of captive insurance companies. It also forms and operates a number of its own insurers, including protected cell companies (PCC), making cells available to captive clients and acting as fronting insurers as well as pooling reinsurers.
Risk Strategies has acquired Atlas Insurance Management as part of its purchase of Atlas Group Limited and its affiliated entities. Atlas Insurance Management focuses on the formation and management of captive insurance companies. It also forms and operates a number of its own insurers, including protected cell companies (PCC), making cells available to captive clients and acting as fronting insurers as well as pooling reinsurers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/industryarticle.php?article_id=6765}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has announced its acquisition of Atlas Insurance Management, as part of the former's purchase of Atlas Group Limited and its affiliated entities.
Risk Strategies has announced its acquisition of Atlas Insurance Management, as part of the former's purchase of Atlas Group Limited and its affiliated entities.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-acquires-atlas-insurance-management-216013.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Atlas Insurance Management of North Carolina, a company that works on the formation and management of captive insurance companies.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Atlas Insurance Management of North Carolina, a company that works on the formation and management of captive insurance companies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2020/03/06/560322.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Atlas has 27 people spread over two offices, in the Cayman Islands and North Carolina. It is proud of the expertise it already had at its disposal, and its ability to offer captive management services to its clients. But Atlas believed the time was right to become part of a bigger organisation. "There comes a point when it helps to be part of something bigger," said Eveleigh.
Atlas has 27 people spread over two offices, in the Cayman Islands and North Carolina. It is proud of the expertise it already had at its disposal, and its ability to offer captive management services to its clients. But Atlas believed the time was right to become part of a bigger organisation. "There comes a point when it helps to be part of something bigger," said Eveleigh.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/atlas-chairman-eyes-growth-opportunities-under-risk-strategies-umbrella-3362}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) announced the dates of its 2020 Women in Insurance Conference Series Regional Forums and invite all interested insurance professionals to register. Focused on the theme of Beyond Gender: Inclusion, Leadership and Innovation, these one-day conferences will continue the conversation on how insurance professionals can collaborate to advance diversity,
The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) announced the dates of its 2020 Women in Insurance Conference Series Regional Forums and invite all interested insurance professionals to register. Focused on the theme of Beyond Gender: Inclusion, Leadership and Innovation, these one-day conferences will continue the conversation on how insurance professionals can collaborate to advance diversity,
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/03/11/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-march-11-2020/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-people/2020/03/09/560413.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}When entertainment industry executives set plans for spring 2020, they foresaw tens of thousands of people grouped together to watch sports competitions, musical concerts and other communal events. They expected red carpet premieres, film festivals and trade shows. Meanwhile, more movies and TV shows than ever before were budgeted for production amid a thriving economy of content. Then came the COVID-19 outbreak. Hardly anyone saw that coming. Not even the individuals whose jobs it was to assess risk.
When entertainment industry executives set plans for spring 2020, they foresaw tens of thousands of people grouped together to watch sports competitions, musical concerts and other communal events. They expected red carpet premieres, film festivals and trade shows. Meanwhile, more movies and TV shows than ever before were budgeted for production amid a thriving economy of content. Then came the COVID-19 outbreak. Hardly anyone saw that coming. Not even the individuals whose jobs it was to assess risk.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/big-reason-why-hollywood-isnt-prepared-tackle-a-coronavirus-pandemic-1283861}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Hollywood Reporter}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Some property insurance plans contain sublimits -- caps on payouts for a specific type of loss -- for outbreaks and pandemics. As long as the college meets its deductible, it could file a claim for pandemic-related damages and be reimbursed up to the policy's sublimit. A typical $500 million property insurance plan could include a $1 million pandemic damages sublimit, according to Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risks Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
Some property insurance plans contain sublimits -- caps on payouts for a specific type of loss -- for outbreaks and pandemics. As long as the college meets its deductible, it could file a claim for pandemic-related damages and be reimbursed up to the policy's sublimit. A typical $500 million property insurance plan could include a $1 million pandemic damages sublimit, according to Bret Murray, who leads higher education strategy at Risks Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2020/03/09/insurance-coverage-scarce-coronavirus-threatens-college-finances}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Inside Higher Ed }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired captive specialist Atlas Insurance Management. The acquisition is a result of Risk Strategies' purchase of Atlas Group and its affiliated entities. In addition to managing captive insurance entities, Atlas Insurance Management forms and operates a number of its own insurers.
US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired captive specialist Atlas Insurance Management. The acquisition is a result of Risk Strategies' purchase of Atlas Group and its affiliated entities. In addition to managing captive insurance entities, Atlas Insurance Management forms and operates a number of its own insurers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-adds-captive-manager-following-atlas-group-purchase/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Founded in 1972 and based in Arlington, Va., UNIRISC's clients include Fortune 100 companies spanning the automotive, financial, pharmaceutical, insurance, service, manufacturing, communications, technology and relocation industries. UNIRISC's services include claims and bespoke relocation assistance to mitigate the risk and complexity of relocation.
Founded in 1972 and based in Arlington, Va., UNIRISC's clients include Fortune 100 companies spanning the automotive, financial, pharmaceutical, insurance, service, manufacturing, communications, technology and relocation industries. UNIRISC's services include claims and bespoke relocation assistance to mitigate the risk and complexity of relocation.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2020/02/19/558796.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The private equity bandwagon continued to roll through the insurance agency and brokerage mergers and acquisitions territory in 2019. As many as two-thirds of all deals involved private equity, according to experts. Most of the busiest buyers are private equity backed.
The private equity bandwagon continued to roll through the insurance agency and brokerage mergers and acquisitions territory in 2019. As many as two-thirds of all deals involved private equity, according to experts. Most of the busiest buyers are private equity backed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/02/10/557797.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Transport Risk Management, a Colorado-based broker specializing in aviation-related insurance and risk management, has been acquired by national insurance brokerage Risk Strategies. "Risk Strategies' success is built on specialty expertise and the value it delivers to clients facing complex risks," said Risk Strategies CEO John Mina. "[Travel Risk Management] is a dead-on fit for our business, and its focus is an area in which we're seeing an increased need."
Transport Risk Management, a Colorado-based broker specializing in aviation-related insurance and risk management, has been acquired by national insurance brokerage Risk Strategies. "Risk Strategies' success is built on specialty expertise and the value it delivers to clients facing complex risks," said Risk Strategies CEO John Mina. "[Travel Risk Management] is a dead-on fit for our business, and its focus is an area in which we're seeing an increased need."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2020-02-07/risk-strategies-acquires-aviation-insurance-broker}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Aviation International News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}From new Title IX requirements to cybersecurity threats, higher ed leaders must be proactive. Colleges have a wide spectrum of emerging risks that need to be managed in the coming year, from new Title IX requirements to cybersecurity concerns.
From new Title IX requirements to cybersecurity threats, higher ed leaders must be proactive. Colleges have a wide spectrum of emerging risks that need to be managed in the coming year, from new Title IX requirements to cybersecurity concerns.
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"Around the P&C insurance industry: Feb. 5, 2020
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/02/05/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-feb-5-2020/?slreturn=20200105143544}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Inc. has acquired Transport Risk Management Inc., Risk Strategies said in a statement Tuesday. Based in Conifer, Colorado, Transport Risk specializes in coverage for the aviation, aerospace and aircraft operations and activities. The acquisition of Transport Risk includes wholesale capabilities with the firm's managing general agent authority for its specialty drone program, the statement said.
Risk Strategies Inc. has acquired Transport Risk Management Inc., Risk Strategies said in a statement Tuesday. Based in Conifer, Colorado, Transport Risk specializes in coverage for the aviation, aerospace and aircraft operations and activities. The acquisition of Transport Risk includes wholesale capabilities with the firm's managing general agent authority for its specialty drone program, the statement said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20200204/NEWS06/912332898/Risk-Strategies-buys-aviation-broker-Transport-Risk-Management-}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies promotes two employees to executive vice presidents; all of this and more in this edition of People on the Move.
Risk Strategies promotes two employees to executive vice presidents; all of this and more in this edition of People on the Move.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/8-people-on-the-move-6/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Historically the insurance marketplace was predictably cyclical. The markets went from hard to soft then back to hard again. Every 5 – 7 years the cycle repeated itself. Over the last 25 years however, there has been a dramatic change in this cyclical behavior. The soft market cycle has been around for over 8 years and recently the market has turned much harder. Rates are increasing across most property and casualty lines in high double digits.
Historically the insurance marketplace was predictably cyclical. The markets went from hard to soft then back to hard again. Every 5 – 7 years the cycle repeated itself. Over the last 25 years however, there has been a dramatic change in this cyclical behavior. The soft market cycle has been around for over 8 years and recently the market has turned much harder. Rates are increasing across most property and casualty lines in high double digits.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/surviving-the-hard-market-now-is-the-time-to-review-your-insurance-coverage-by-spencer-macalaster}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has acquired Weaver Brothers Insurance, Inc., a full-service brokerage based in Bethesda, Maryland and one of the largest independent insurance brokerages in the Washington, D.C. area.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has acquired Weaver Brothers Insurance, Inc., a full-service brokerage based in Bethesda, Maryland and one of the largest independent insurance brokerages in the Washington, D.C. area.
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Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-based, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Weaver Brothers Insurance Inc., a full-service brokerage based in Bethesda, Md.
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Risk Strategies Co. Inc. named Kent, Connecticut-based Tracy Hoffman executive vice president of its national health care practice. Previously, Ms. Hoffman was senior vice president.
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Risk Strategies Co. Inc. named Seattle-based Matthew Smith executive vice president of its national health care practice. Previously, Mr. Smith was senior vice president.
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Risk Strategies has announced the promotions of Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith to executive vice presidents of its national healthcare practice. Hoffman and Smith previously served as senior vice presidents.
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Risk Strategies has promoted two to the position of executive vice president within its national healthcare practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-promotes-makes-two-healthcare-execs-evps-20961}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith to be executive vice presidents of its national health care practice. Both Hoffman and Smith previously served as senior vice presidents.
Risk Strategies has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith to be executive vice presidents of its national health care practice. Both Hoffman and Smith previously served as senior vice presidents.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-strengthens-its-national-health-care-practice-with-two-promotions-3282}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith to executive vice president of its National Health Care Practice. Both Hoffman and Smith previously served as senior vice president within the organisation.
US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith to executive vice president of its National Health Care Practice. Both Hoffman and Smith previously served as senior vice president within the organisation.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-promotes-hoffman-smith-to-evp-of-healthcare-practice/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-based, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith as executive vice presidents of its National Health Care Practice. Previously, both Hoffman and Smith served as senior vice presidents within the organization.
Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-based, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has promoted Tracy Hoffman and Matthew Smith as executive vice presidents of its National Health Care Practice. Previously, both Hoffman and Smith served as senior vice presidents within the organization.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2020/01/28/556666.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}NAME: Sharon Edwards NEW JOB TITLE: Nashville, Tennessee-based chief operating officer, Risk Strategies Insurance Brokerage Services LLC PREVIOUS POSITION: Nashville, Tennessee-based chief financial officer of corporate risk and broking, North America, Willis Towers Watson PLC
NAME: Sharon Edwards NEW JOB TITLE: Nashville, Tennessee-based chief operating officer, Risk Strategies Insurance Brokerage Services LLC PREVIOUS POSITION: Nashville, Tennessee-based chief financial officer of corporate risk and broking, North America, Willis Towers Watson PLC
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/UpCloseDetails?ID=1021}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"We look for creative solutions for our higher education clients, where faculty and staff healthcare costs typically represent the second or third biggest expense," said Sheena Tracy, managing director of Risk Strategies, which helps colleges identify opportunities in the insurance and healthcare sector. "The edHEALTH team is enthusiastic and well-versed in the industry. As soon as they established a national provider network option—the Trustmark Health Benefits administrator option—it opened new opportunities for our client, Sarah Lawrence, to join and benefit from the collaborative."
"We look for creative solutions for our higher education clients, where faculty and staff healthcare costs typically represent the second or third biggest expense," said Sheena Tracy, managing director of Risk Strategies, which helps colleges identify opportunities in the insurance and healthcare sector. "The edHEALTH team is enthusiastic and well-versed in the industry. As soon as they established a national provider network option—the Trustmark Health Benefits administrator option—it opened new opportunities for our client, Sarah Lawrence, to join and benefit from the collaborative."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://educatorshealth.org/media/sarah-lawrence-college-tackles-rising-faculty-healthcare-costs-becomes-first-new-york-institution-to-join-edhealth-s-purchasing-collaborative}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=edHEALTH}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Academic HealthPlans (AHP), a national administrator of health insurance plans for colleges and universities. Founded in 1998, Grapevine, TX-based AHP has been providing an "intuitive and streamlined student and administrator experience" thanks to its use of innovative processes and technology, a release said. The firm serves more than 150 colleges and universities across the US.
Risk Strategies has acquired Academic HealthPlans (AHP), a national administrator of health insurance plans for colleges and universities. Founded in 1998, Grapevine, TX-based AHP has been providing an "intuitive and streamlined student and administrator experience" thanks to its use of innovative processes and technology, a release said. The firm serves more than 150 colleges and universities across the US.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/healthcare/risk-strategies-purchases-student-health-insurance-plan-administrator-academic-healthplans-210760.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Academic HealthPlans, Inc. (AHP), a firm that creates and administers health insurance plans that colleges and universities make available to its students.
US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Academic HealthPlans, Inc. (AHP), a firm that creates and administers health insurance plans that colleges and universities make available to its students.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquisition-targets-student-health-services/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies' acquisition builds on its 2017 purchase of University Health Plans. With the addition of Texas-based AHP to the business, which counts over 150 colleges and universities nationally of all sizes as clients, Risk Strategies is the largest broker of student health insurance plans and related administrative services in the US.
Risk Strategies' acquisition builds on its 2017 purchase of University Health Plans. With the addition of Texas-based AHP to the business, which counts over 150 colleges and universities nationally of all sizes as clients, Risk Strategies is the largest broker of student health insurance plans and related administrative services in the US.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-student-health-insurance-provider-3254}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Academic HealthPlans Inc. (AHP), a Grapevine, Texas-based provider of health insurance plans that colleges and universities make available to their students.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Academic HealthPlans Inc. (AHP), a Grapevine, Texas-based provider of health insurance plans that colleges and universities make available to their students.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southcentral/2020/01/14/554827.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Higher Ed and the Law … Title IX, the federal civil rights law passed in 1972, was a landmark piece of legislation that prohibited sexual discrimination in educational institutions across America. It reads, "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
Higher Ed and the Law … Title IX, the federal civil rights law passed in 1972, was a landmark piece of legislation that prohibited sexual discrimination in educational institutions across America. It reads, "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nebhe.org/journal/title-ix-changes-could-add-exposure-for-universities-discourage-victims-from-coming-forward/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Board of Higher Educcation }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced that it has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight for national operations.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced that it has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight for national operations.
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A really nice mid-sized national broker, Risk Strategies, is based out of Boston. They did 25 deals in 2019, which was one of their biggest years. They are being more selective in buying agencies with specific niches, like employee benefits, healthcare, real estate and transportation agencies. In 2020, they expect to do another 20 to 25 transactions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2020/01/13/554418.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced that it has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight for national operations.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies announced that it has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight for national operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2020/01/10/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-jan-10-2020/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. She will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, immediately assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2020/01/09/554069.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. In her new role, Edwards will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations. She will report to John Mina, chief executive officer of Risk Strategies, and lead improvements in client experience, with a focus on consistent associate experience
Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Sharon Edwards as chief operating officer. In her new role, Edwards will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, assuming oversight and management responsibilities for national operations. She will report to John Mina, chief executive officer of Risk Strategies, and lead improvements in client experience, with a focus on consistent associate experience
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-appoints-industry-veteran-as-new-coo-196016.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Expansive US broker Risk Strategies has named former Willis Towers Watson executive Sharon Edwards as COO.
Expansive US broker Risk Strategies has named former Willis Towers Watson executive Sharon Edwards as COO.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/former-willis-exec-edwards-named-risk-strategies-coo/6406.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has appointed Sharon Edwards as Chief Operating Officer. Edwards, who will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, assumes immediate oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has appointed Sharon Edwards as Chief Operating Officer. Edwards, who will join the firm's executive committee and lead its operating committee, assumes immediate oversight and management responsibilities for national operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/wtw-exec-edwards-to-join-risk-strategies-as-coo/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Insurance Brokerage Service LLC said Tuesday it has named Sharon Edwards to the new position of chief operating officer.
Risk Strategies Insurance Brokerage Service LLC said Tuesday it has named Sharon Edwards to the new position of chief operating officer.
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Risk Strategies Inc. named Nashville, Tennessee-based Sharon Edwards chief operating officer. Previously, Ms. Edwards was chief financial officer for Willis Towers Watson PLC
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/AnnouncementDetails?id=11388}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=3, name='2020', order=5, label='2020'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings: Gowrie Group (Gowrie), a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage; and Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA).
Risk Strategies has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings: Gowrie Group (Gowrie), a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage; and Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-retail-and-wholesale-marine-specialty-businesses-3183}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings in a move aimed at bolstering the capabilities of the firm's national private client practice. The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group, a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage, as well as Maritime Program Group, a marine-focused managing general agent.
US insurance broker and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings in a move aimed at bolstering the capabilities of the firm's national private client practice. The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group, a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage, as well as Maritime Program Group, a marine-focused managing general agent.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquires-gowie-holdings-insurance-subsidiaries/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings, Inc. (GHI). The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group (Gowrie), a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage with an established leadership reputation for niche insurance programs, as well as Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA). Together, Gowrie and MPG are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings, Inc. (GHI). The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group (Gowrie), a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage with an established leadership reputation for niche insurance programs, as well as Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA). Together, Gowrie and MPG are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.globalbankingandfinance.com/category/news/risk-strategies-acquires-insurance-subsidiaries-of-gowrie-holdings-inc/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Global Banking & Finance Review}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired insurance program brokerage Gowrie Group and marine managing general agent Maritime Program Group (MPG), which together are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the US.
Risk Strategies has acquired insurance program brokerage Gowrie Group and marine managing general agent Maritime Program Group (MPG), which together are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the US.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-boosts-marine-presence-with-gowrie-acquisition/6157.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has acquired two of Gowrie Holdings subsidiaries, Maritime Program Group and Gowrie Group for an undisclosed amount. Gowrie was established in 1974 by Carter Gowrie. It currently employs around 80 personnel in five offices in the Northeast. Risk Strategies' CEO John Mina said: "We're excited to bring Carter and his people on board as we further differentiate Risk Strategies from generalist firms. "Their scale in specialisation, both in its retail and wholesale businesses, will add significantly to our current businesses and provide a great base for growth."
US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has acquired two of Gowrie Holdings subsidiaries, Maritime Program Group and Gowrie Group for an undisclosed amount. Gowrie was established in 1974 by Carter Gowrie. It currently employs around 80 personnel in five offices in the Northeast. Risk Strategies' CEO John Mina said: "We're excited to bring Carter and his people on board as we further differentiate Risk Strategies from generalist firms. "Their scale in specialisation, both in its retail and wholesale businesses, will add significantly to our current businesses and provide a great base for growth."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-acquires-gowrie-holdings-subsidiaries/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Verdict’s Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings Inc. (GHI). The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group, a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage with an established leadership reputation for niche insurance programs, as well as Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA). Together, Gowrie and MPG are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired the two subsidiaries of Gowrie Holdings Inc. (GHI). The acquisitions include both Gowrie Group, a full-service national specialty retail insurance brokerage with an established leadership reputation for niche insurance programs, as well as Maritime Program Group (MPG), a marine-focused managing general agent (MGA). Together, Gowrie and MPG are the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/12/11/550810.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Broker Risk Strategies Co. Inc. has acquired the two subsidiaries of privately held Gowrie Holdings Inc., Risk Strategies said in a statement Tuesday. The acquired entities are Gowrie Group, a specialty retail insurance brokerage, and Maritime Program Group, a marine-focused managing general agent, which together form the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S., Boston-based Risk Strategies said in the statement. Gowrie Holdings is based in Darien, Connecticut.
Broker Risk Strategies Co. Inc. has acquired the two subsidiaries of privately held Gowrie Holdings Inc., Risk Strategies said in a statement Tuesday. The acquired entities are Gowrie Group, a specialty retail insurance brokerage, and Maritime Program Group, a marine-focused managing general agent, which together form the largest recreational marine insurance specialists in the U.S., Boston-based Risk Strategies said in the statement. Gowrie Holdings is based in Darien, Connecticut.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20191210/NEWS06/912332120/Risk-Strategies-makes-recreational-marine-buys}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}According to Mike Vitulli, senior vice president and director of risk management, Risk Strategies, Amazon often avoids liability from shipping accidents by employing independent contractors.
According to Mike Vitulli, senior vice president and director of risk management, Risk Strategies, Amazon often avoids liability from shipping accidents by employing independent contractors.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/amazons-business-model-is-wreaking-havoc-across-the-insurance-industry/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee group, a Missouri-based brokerage that specialises in large accounts, group and single-parent captives and focused risk management services.Thomas McGee Group has been in the alternative risk transfer market since the 1980s, the firm has formed and managed self-insured pools as well as placements for excess programmes, loss portfolio transfer programmes, claim reserve analysis, programmes for individual clients and other alternative risk financing and management strategies.
Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee group, a Missouri-based brokerage that specialises in large accounts, group and single-parent captives and focused risk management services.Thomas McGee Group has been in the alternative risk transfer market since the 1980s, the firm has formed and managed self-insured pools as well as placements for excess programmes, loss portfolio transfer programmes, claim reserve analysis, programmes for individual clients and other alternative risk financing and management strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6648}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has acquired Thomas McGee Group, a US full-service insurance brokerage headquartered in Missouri. TMG, with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services, also enjoys a national reputation in the surety business, underwriting customised programs for the construction industry.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has acquired Thomas McGee Group, a US full-service insurance brokerage headquartered in Missouri. TMG, with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services, also enjoys a national reputation in the surety business, underwriting customised programs for the construction industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquires-missouri-brokerage-thomas-mcgee-group/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a full-service brokerage based in Missouri. TMG is a firm with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, in addition to risk management services. It has been in business for more than 100 years and is one of the preeminent insurance brokerages in the Midwest, a release said. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a full-service brokerage based in Missouri. TMG is a firm with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, in addition to risk management services. It has been in business for more than 100 years and is one of the preeminent insurance brokerages in the Midwest, a release said. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-snaps-up-missouribased-insurance-brokerage-tmg-192184.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies names Michael Grant its employee benefits practice leader and more in this edition of People on the Move.
Risk Strategies names Michael Grant its employee benefits practice leader and more in this edition of People on the Move.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/4-people-on-the-move-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has purchased Missouri-based Thomas McGee Group (TMG) for an undisclosed amount. Founded in the 1970s, TMG is an insurance brokerage and risk management firm based in Kansas City in Missouri and also has a presence in St. Louis. Risk Strategies' CEO John Mina said: "In a very active acquisition market, we remained focused on bringing on board only those firms with a culture and expertise focus that will advance our goal of becoming a best-in-class specialty brokerage.
US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has purchased Missouri-based Thomas McGee Group (TMG) for an undisclosed amount. Founded in the 1970s, TMG is an insurance brokerage and risk management firm based in Kansas City in Missouri and also has a presence in St. Louis. Risk Strategies' CEO John Mina said: "In a very active acquisition market, we remained focused on bringing on board only those firms with a culture and expertise focus that will advance our goal of becoming a best-in-class specialty brokerage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-continues-buying-spree-with-thomas-mcgee-group-deal/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a Missouri-based full service brokerage with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services.
Risk Strategies has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a Missouri-based full service brokerage with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-missouri-based-brokerage-to-its-growing-stable-3137}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a Missouri-based full-service brokerage with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Thomas McGee Group (TMG), a Missouri-based full-service brokerage with specialty capabilities for large accounts, group and single parent captives, and focused risk management services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2019/11/19/549002.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has acquired Zito Insurance Agency, a full-service insurance brokerage headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. Established in 1963, Zito employs 36 people and provides property and casualty (P&C) and life and health insurance services to both individuals and business across a range of industries.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has acquired Zito Insurance Agency, a full-service insurance brokerage headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. Established in 1963, Zito employs 36 people and provides property and casualty (P&C) and life and health insurance services to both individuals and business across a range of industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquires-ohio-brokerage-zito-insurance-agency/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has named Michael Sean Grant as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's greater New York region. Previously, Grant was senior vice president and managing director at a New York City insurance brokerage, where he was responsible for restructuring its single employee benefits office in New York into a national practice, spanning across California, Texas and Florida.
Risk Strategies has named Michael Sean Grant as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's greater New York region. Previously, Grant was senior vice president and managing director at a New York City insurance brokerage, where he was responsible for restructuring its single employee benefits office in New York into a national practice, spanning across California, Texas and Florida.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6641}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed of 25-year industry veteran Michael Grant, as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's Greater New York region.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed of 25-year industry veteran Michael Grant, as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's Greater New York region.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-appoints-new-york-metro-region-employee-benefits-practice-leader-20257}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed 25-year industry veteran Michael S. Grant as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's Greater New York region. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Grant was senior vice president and managing director at a prominent New York City insurance brokerage, where he was responsible for restructuring its single employee benefits office in New York into a national practice, spanning across California, Texas and Florida. Grant's experience also includes ten years at a top ten national broker, where he was accountable for all facets of insurance…
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed 25-year industry veteran Michael S. Grant as employee benefits practice leader for the firm's Greater New York region. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Grant was senior vice president and managing director at a prominent New York City insurance brokerage, where he was responsible for restructuring its single employee benefits office in New York into a national practice, spanning across California, Texas and Florida. Grant's experience also includes ten years at a top ten national broker, where he was accountable for all facets of insurance…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/11/14/548481.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has strengthened its national footprint with the purchase of Zito Insurance Agency for an undisclosed sum. Headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, Zito was established in 1963 and employs 36 personnel. The firm serves both individuals and businesses from different industries, offering property, casualty, life, as well as health insurance services. It also has an office at Rocky River in Ohio.
US-based insurance brokerage Risk Strategies has strengthened its national footprint with the purchase of Zito Insurance Agency for an undisclosed sum. Headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, Zito was established in 1963 and employs 36 personnel. The firm serves both individuals and businesses from different industries, offering property, casualty, life, as well as health insurance services. It also has an office at Rocky River in Ohio.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-continues-buying-spree-with-zito-insurance-deal/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Zito Insurance Agency, a full service firm headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, northeast of Cleveland. Founded in 1963, Zito is a second-generation, full-service insurance brokerage firm employing 36 people and providing property and casualty and life and health insurance services to individuals and businesses across a wide array of industries. In addition to its Mentor, Ohio, headquarters, the firm also maintains an office in nearby Rocky River, Ohio.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Zito Insurance Agency, a full service firm headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, northeast of Cleveland. Founded in 1963, Zito is a second-generation, full-service insurance brokerage firm employing 36 people and providing property and casualty and life and health insurance services to individuals and businesses across a wide array of industries. In addition to its Mentor, Ohio, headquarters, the firm also maintains an office in nearby Rocky River, Ohio.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2019/11/13/548317.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Business InsuranceZito has 36 staff headed by Chris Zito, a second office in Rocky River, Ohio, and clients in broadcasting, contracting, manufacturing, nonprofits and real estate, a Risk Strategies statement said.
Business InsuranceZito has 36 staff headed by Chris Zito, a second office in Rocky River, Ohio, and clients in broadcasting, contracting, manufacturing, nonprofits and real estate, a Risk Strategies statement said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20191112/NEWS06/912331626/Risk-Strategies-expands-with-Ohio-purchase}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Zito Insurance Agency, a full-service firm headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Zito Insurance Agency, a full-service firm headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-expands-ohio-footprint-191465.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Mina said he believes the insurance industry is already behind in harnessing what's available in terms of technology. "There's too much work that we could already do just to improve the current technologies in the industry," he said. With this in mind, Mina thinks a revolution in the technology space is on tap for the insurance industry in the next 10 years because current software technologies are not fit to meet the industry's growing needs.
Mina said he believes the insurance industry is already behind in harnessing what's available in terms of technology. "There's too much work that we could already do just to improve the current technologies in the industry," he said. With this in mind, Mina thinks a revolution in the technology space is on tap for the insurance industry in the next 10 years because current software technologies are not fit to meet the industry's growing needs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2019/11/07/547850.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies' national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, has been appointed chief growth officer. In his role, Dubraski will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, while helping to meet the firm's growth goals. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Dubraski was founder and CEO of Dubraski & Associates Insurance Services, which he grew into one of the country's leading health care-focused specialty insurance brokerages. Risk Strategies acquired Dubraski & Associates in 2015.
Risk Strategies' national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, has been appointed chief growth officer. In his role, Dubraski will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, while helping to meet the firm's growth goals. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Dubraski was founder and CEO of Dubraski & Associates Insurance Services, which he grew into one of the country's leading health care-focused specialty insurance brokerages. Risk Strategies acquired Dubraski & Associates in 2015.
}', 5='{type=number, value=0}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the eastern US.Powers, who joined Risk Strategies in 2014, holds 25 years' experience in the insurance space and previously oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the eastern US.Powers, who joined Risk Strategies in 2014, holds 25 years' experience in the insurance space and previously oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/11/08/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-nov-8-2019/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the eastern US. Powers, who joined Risk Strategies in 2014, holds 25 years' experience in the insurance space and previously oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the eastern US. Powers, who joined Risk Strategies in 2014, holds 25 years' experience in the insurance space and previously oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-appoints-powers-to-lead-employee-benefits-practice/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based risk management firm Risk Strategies promoted its national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, to the position of chief growth officer.
Boston-based risk management firm Risk Strategies promoted its national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, to the position of chief growth officer.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.americaninno.com/roundups/player-personnel-10-boston-startups-hired-new-ceos-in-october/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=BostInno}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Powers has nearly 25 years of industry experience. He joined Risk Strategies in 2014 with the acquisition of Benefit Development Group (BDG), a Massachusetts-based employee benefits brokerage.
Powers has nearly 25 years of industry experience. He joined Risk Strategies in 2014 with the acquisition of Benefit Development Group (BDG), a Massachusetts-based employee benefits brokerage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-names-benefits-practice-leader-for-eastern-us-190695.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, Boston, Mass.-headquartered insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the Eastern U.S. Previously, Powers oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, Boston, Mass.-headquartered insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Chris Powers to lead its employee benefits practice for the Eastern U.S. Previously, Powers oversaw the New England region of the firm's employee benefits practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/11/05/547566.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Private debt firms were tapped for at least two large transactions -- a $1.6 billion refinancing loan for insurance brokerage Risk Strategies
Private debt firms were tapped for at least two large transactions -- a $1.6 billion refinancing loan for insurance brokerage Risk Strategies
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-11-01/u-s-direct-lenders-see-slow-down-quality-decline-october-wrap}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Bloomberg}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a US-based insurance brokerage and risk management company, has acquired Philadelphia-based specialty brokerage Dash & Love for an undisclosed amount. Dash & Love, which was established in 1930, is family-owned specialty retail insurance brokerage. Services offered by it include insurance placement and risk management advice to organisations and individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area.
Risk Strategies, a US-based insurance brokerage and risk management company, has acquired Philadelphia-based specialty brokerage Dash & Love for an undisclosed amount. Dash & Love, which was established in 1930, is family-owned specialty retail insurance brokerage. Services offered by it include insurance placement and risk management advice to organisations and individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-acquires-specialty-brokerage-dash-love/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm with interests in the captives space, has acquired Dash & Love, a full-service specialty brokerage based just outside of Philadelphia.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm with interests in the captives space, has acquired Dash & Love, a full-service specialty brokerage based just outside of Philadelphia.
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Today's episode of the AEC Leadership Today podcast features J. Dale Crow. Dale is the Vice President at Risk Strategies, and he is passionate about risk management for AEC and professional services firms. When It Comes to Cyber Breach, It's About ‘When' Not ‘If' Dale describes himself as a recovering attorney. He spent about a decade litigating professional liability claims against engineering and architectural firms. Now he uses his experience with these types of legal claims and matters at Risk Strategies, where he counsels AE firms in how to insure and manage risk.
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Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has acquired full-service specialty brokerage Dash & Love. Dash & Love is a retail insurance brokerage providing insurance placement and risk management advice to organisations and successful individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area.
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Risk Strategies has acquired Dash & Love, a full-service specialty brokerage based in Bala Cynwyd, PA. Dash & Love, founded in 1930, is a family-owned specialty retail insurance brokerage that offers insurance placement and risk management advice to organizations and individuals in the tri-state area. The firm has a reputation as one of the leading providers of specialized risk management services to community associations in the region.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-acquires-brokerage-dash-and-love-190223.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that it has acquired Dash & Love, Inc., a full-service specialty brokerage based outside of Philadelphia. Terms of the deal were not announced. Founded in 1930, Dash & Love provides insurance placement and risk management advice to organizations and successful individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that it has acquired Dash & Love, Inc., a full-service specialty brokerage based outside of Philadelphia. Terms of the deal were not announced. Founded in 1930, Dash & Love provides insurance placement and risk management advice to organizations and successful individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/10/30/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-october-30-2019/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Dash & Love Inc., a full-service specialty brokerage based just outside of Philadelphia. Terms of the deal were not announced. Founded in 1930, Dash & Love is a family-owned specialty retail insurance brokerage providing insurance placement and risk management advice to organizations, individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Dash & Love Inc., a full-service specialty brokerage based just outside of Philadelphia. Terms of the deal were not announced. Founded in 1930, Dash & Love is a family-owned specialty retail insurance brokerage providing insurance placement and risk management advice to organizations, individuals and families across Pennsylvania and the tri-state area
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/10/30/546868.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As we see more record high temperatures along with more intense and frequent storm activity, colder winters might seem inconsistent with an over-arching warming trend. But they're not. More severe winters could be part and parcel of changing weather patterns, as well as evolving actuarial modeling and more restrictions from insurance companies on real estate coverage. According to the most recent predictions from the Farmer's Almanac, the Northeast might be in for an unusually cold winter for the 2019/2020 season.
As we see more record high temperatures along with more intense and frequent storm activity, colder winters might seem inconsistent with an over-arching warming trend. But they're not. More severe winters could be part and parcel of changing weather patterns, as well as evolving actuarial modeling and more restrictions from insurance companies on real estate coverage. According to the most recent predictions from the Farmer's Almanac, the Northeast might be in for an unusually cold winter for the 2019/2020 season.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://facilityexecutive.com/2019/10/winter-is-coming-is-your-property-prepared%e2%80%a8/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Facility Executive}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Many real estate property owners often think they should insure the building for what they paid for it. This however, does not take into consideration what would happen in the event of an insured property loss that requires rebuilding to the original like kind condition. What an owner "paid" for a building or what it might be "worth" in the open marketplace versus how much it might cost to rebuild the building for the "insured" value are not the same. Property valuation modeling (also known as Total Insured Value modeling) is the process of using…
Many real estate property owners often think they should insure the building for what they paid for it. This however, does not take into consideration what would happen in the event of an insured property loss that requires rebuilding to the original like kind condition. What an owner "paid" for a building or what it might be "worth" in the open marketplace versus how much it might cost to rebuild the building for the "insured" value are not the same. Property valuation modeling (also known as Total Insured Value modeling) is the process of using…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/property-valuation-modeling-for-real-estate-portfolios-spencer-macalaster}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}No one accounted for the bird. Who would have? The art collector had a second home in the mountains, where there was, among other things, a painting worth $7 million. One day a caretaker went to conduct a regular check of the property. The caretaker saw that all was in order, then left and locked up. Everything was secure. But when the home was opened again weeks later, the painting had been damaged. The culprit was a bird who had accidentally been let inside by the caretaker and had been locked in for several weeks. As birds do, it…
No one accounted for the bird. Who would have? The art collector had a second home in the mountains, where there was, among other things, a painting worth $7 million. One day a caretaker went to conduct a regular check of the property. The caretaker saw that all was in order, then left and locked up. Everything was secure. But when the home was opened again weeks later, the painting had been damaged. The culprit was a bird who had accidentally been let inside by the caretaker and had been locked in for several weeks. As birds do, it…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://princetoninfo.com/the-fine-art-of-fine-art-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PrincetonInfo}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has announced the appointment of Bob Dubraski as Chief Growth Officer. The appointment represents an expansion of Dubraski's current role as National Health Care Practice Leader, and will see him work with all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and help meet the firm's growth goals.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has announced the appointment of Bob Dubraski as Chief Growth Officer. The appointment represents an expansion of Dubraski's current role as National Health Care Practice Leader, and will see him work with all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and help meet the firm's growth goals.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/10/25/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-oct-25-2019/?slreturn=20190925095252}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed its National Health Care Practice leader, Bob Dubraski, as chief growth officer. In his expanded role, Dubraski will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, while helping to meet the firm's growth goals.
Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed its National Health Care Practice leader, Bob Dubraski, as chief growth officer. In his expanded role, Dubraski will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, while helping to meet the firm's growth goals.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/10/24/546499.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has announced the appointment of Bob Dubraski as Chief Growth Officer. The appointment represents an expansion of Dubraski's current role as National Health Care Practice Leader, and will see him work with all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and help meet the firm's growth goals.
Risk Strategies, a privately held US insurance broker and risk management firm, has announced the appointment of Bob Dubraski as Chief Growth Officer. The appointment represents an expansion of Dubraski's current role as National Health Care Practice Leader, and will see him work with all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and help meet the firm's growth goals.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-names-bob-dubraski-as-chief-growth-officer/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has appointed its national health care practice leader Bob Dubraski as chief growth officer. Dubraski, in his expanded role, will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, aiming to help to meet the firm's growth goals. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Dubraski was founder and CEO of Dubraski & Associates Insurance Services, a healthcare-focused specialty insurance brokerage. Risk Strategies acquired Dubraski & Associates in 2015.
Risk Strategies has appointed its national health care practice leader Bob Dubraski as chief growth officer. Dubraski, in his expanded role, will work with leaders across all of Risk Strategies' business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, aiming to help to meet the firm's growth goals. Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Dubraski was founder and CEO of Dubraski & Associates Insurance Services, a healthcare-focused specialty insurance brokerage. Risk Strategies acquired Dubraski & Associates in 2015.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6613}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has launched the Cyber Resolute offering that combines new technology with smarter processes and specialized coverage. Cyber Resolute can be tailored to specific client circumstances and works as an advanced risk mitigation platform powered by Arceo.ai data analytics technology and backed by insurance underwritten through an exclusive partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions, a Berkley Company. The platform's peer benchmarking data, analytics and artificial intelligence provide real-time awareness and understanding of potential security deficiencies and prioritizes recommended fixes. These insights can make it simpler to secure…
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has launched the Cyber Resolute offering that combines new technology with smarter processes and specialized coverage. Cyber Resolute can be tailored to specific client circumstances and works as an advanced risk mitigation platform powered by Arceo.ai data analytics technology and backed by insurance underwritten through an exclusive partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions, a Berkley Company. The platform's peer benchmarking data, analytics and artificial intelligence provide real-time awareness and understanding of potential security deficiencies and prioritizes recommended fixes. These insights can make it simpler to secure…
}', 5='{type=number, value=0}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has announced that the role of its national healthcare practice leader, Bob Dubraski, will be expanded to include the responsibilities of chief growth officer. With new responsibilities, Dubraski will coordinate with the various leaders of Risk Strategies' business units to "drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients," a release said.
Risk Strategies has announced that the role of its national healthcare practice leader, Bob Dubraski, will be expanded to include the responsibilities of chief growth officer. With new responsibilities, Dubraski will coordinate with the various leaders of Risk Strategies' business units to "drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients," a release said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-practice-leader-gains-new-responsibilities-189390.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has promoted its national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, to the role of chief growth officer. Dubraski's additional responsibilities see him work with leaders across all the company's business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, and increase growth.
Risk Strategies has promoted its national health care practice leader, Bob Dubraski, to the role of chief growth officer. Dubraski's additional responsibilities see him work with leaders across all the company's business units to drive collaboration and opportunities that benefit clients, and increase growth.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-names-new-chief-growth-officer-3093}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co. Inc. named Boston-based Bob Dubraski to be chief growth officer. Previously, Mr. Dubraski was national health care practice leader.
Risk Strategies Co. Inc. named Boston-based Bob Dubraski to be chief growth officer. Previously, Mr. Dubraski was national health care practice leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/AnnouncementDetails?id=11187}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has revealed a new offering that combines specialized cyber coverage and advanced risk mitigation services to help clients reduce their cyber-related exposure and costs. The new Cyber Resolute offering is a risk mitigation platform powered by Arceo.ai data analytics technology, combined with insurance underwritten through Risk Strategies' partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions. Cyber Resolute's peer benchmarking data, analytics and artificial intelligence offers users real-time awareness and understanding of potential security deficiencies; it also recommends solutions to these cybersecurity deficits. This is made possible thanks to Arceo.ai's approach, which applies data science to internal and externally…
Risk Strategies has revealed a new offering that combines specialized cyber coverage and advanced risk mitigation services to help clients reduce their cyber-related exposure and costs. The new Cyber Resolute offering is a risk mitigation platform powered by Arceo.ai data analytics technology, combined with insurance underwritten through Risk Strategies' partnership with Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions. Cyber Resolute's peer benchmarking data, analytics and artificial intelligence offers users real-time awareness and understanding of potential security deficiencies; it also recommends solutions to these cybersecurity deficits. This is made possible thanks to Arceo.ai's approach, which applies data science to internal and externally…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/risk-strategies-unveils-new-cyber-risk-mitigation-platform-189197.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Available to companies with up to $250 million in annual sales, Cyber Resolute delivers industry-leading proprietary coverage and 24/7 access to best-in-class cyber response forensics and legal teams.
Available to companies with up to $250 million in annual sales, Cyber Resolute delivers industry-leading proprietary coverage and 24/7 access to best-in-class cyber response forensics and legal teams.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.programbusiness.com/news/risk-strategies-launches-cyber-resolute-transforms-traditional-cyber-liability-risk-management?utm_campaign=dnf-2019-10-21&utm_source=dnf&utm_medium=email}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Program Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has launched Cyber Resolute, a risk mitigation platform that provides specialised coverage to reduce exposure, costs and potential liability.
Risk Strategies has launched Cyber Resolute, a risk mitigation platform that provides specialised coverage to reduce exposure, costs and potential liability.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-unveils-cyber-risk-mitigation-platform-3086}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The coverage is available to companies with up to $250 million in annual sales, Boston-based RSC said Wednesday in a statement. Cyber Resolute provides policyholders with 24-hour access to cyber response forensics and legal teams, the statement said.
The coverage is available to companies with up to $250 million in annual sales, Boston-based RSC said Wednesday in a statement. Cyber Resolute provides policyholders with 24-hour access to cyber response forensics and legal teams, the statement said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20191016/NEWS06/912331196/Brokerage-RSC-launches-cyber-coverage}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Mr. Mina's tenure as Risk Strategies President has coincided with the company's "most explosive growth phase" as it has expanded across the country. Under his leadership, the firm more than doubled its number of employees, as well as its revenues and premiums.
Mr. Mina's tenure as Risk Strategies President has coincided with the company's "most explosive growth phase" as it has expanded across the country. Under his leadership, the firm more than doubled its number of employees, as well as its revenues and premiums.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2019/10/11/boston-risk-strategies-announces-new-ceo-34428/?utm_campaign=Feed%3A%2BAgencyChecklists%2B(Agency%2BChecklists)}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has named President John Mina as CEO. Mina will succeed Michael Christian, Risk Strategies founder and long-time CEO, who will move to the executive chairman role.
Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has named President John Mina as CEO. Mina will succeed Michael Christian, Risk Strategies founder and long-time CEO, who will move to the executive chairman role.
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As CEO, he will be tasked with setting the strategic direction of the broker and working as a senior advisor to the leadership team while at the same time managing day-to-day operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-mina-named-ceo-as-christian-takes-on-executive-chairman-role/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Mina succeeds Michael Christian, incumbent CEO and founder of Risk Strategies, who will transition into an executive chairman role.
Mina succeeds Michael Christian, incumbent CEO and founder of Risk Strategies, who will transition into an executive chairman role.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-appoints-a-new-chief-executive-180173.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has named John Mina, its president, as CEO, succeeding Michael Christian, who will move to the executive chairman role.
Risk Strategies has named John Mina, its president, as CEO, succeeding Michael Christian, who will move to the executive chairman role.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-appoints-president-to-ceo-role-3072}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has appointed its president John Mina as new chief executive officer (CEO).
US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has appointed its president John Mina as new chief executive officer (CEO).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-replaces-ceo-founder-moves-to-executive-chairman-role-19618}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has named president John Mina as the firm's new CEO, succeeding Michael Christian. Christian, who founded Risk Strategies in 1997 and long-time CEO, will move into the executive chairman role.
Risk Strategies has named president John Mina as the firm's new CEO, succeeding Michael Christian. Christian, who founded Risk Strategies in 1997 and long-time CEO, will move into the executive chairman role.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6595}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Privately-held US broker Risk Strategies has named its president John Mina as CEO, succeeding founder and long-time leader Michael Christian.
Privately-held US broker Risk Strategies has named its president John Mina as CEO, succeeding founder and long-time leader Michael Christian.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/mina-replaces-founder-christian-as-risk-strategies-ceo/5334.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"Our five-year goal is to achieve $1 billion in revenue, and we are halfway there. During the same time period, I'd like to establish an international footprint," said Mr. Mina in an interview.
"Our five-year goal is to achieve $1 billion in revenue, and we are halfway there. During the same time period, I'd like to establish an international footprint," said Mr. Mina in an interview.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20191008/NEWS06/912331057/Risk-Strategies-reorganizes-leadership-John-Mina-Michael-Christian}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"A few years ago, if a company was locked out of its data by hackers, it wasn't necessarily inclined to pay the ransom demand. That's because there used to a ‘silver bullet,' in that if the company was doing regular backups of its systems, it could restore its data," says Robert Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies.
"A few years ago, if a company was locked out of its data by hackers, it wasn't necessarily inclined to pay the ransom demand. That's because there used to a ‘silver bullet,' in that if the company was doing regular backups of its systems, it could restore its data," says Robert Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.scmagazine.com/home/security-news/ransomware/ransomware-to-pay-or-not-to-pay/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=SC Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Ransoms are insurable under cyber policies, as are other costs associated with an attack, such as forensic investigative expenses, remediation costs and business interruption losses. How your cyber policy is written can have a big impact on the outcome and timing is a critical consideration.
Ransoms are insurable under cyber policies, as are other costs associated with an attack, such as forensic investigative expenses, remediation costs and business interruption losses. How your cyber policy is written can have a big impact on the outcome and timing is a critical consideration.
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"We're always on the lookout for potential partners who can bring the right mix of experience and expertise to our practice," said Risk Strategies national private client practice leader Bob Courtemanche.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/high-net-worth/risk-strategies-moves-in-to-acquire-private-client-insurance-firm-in-ny-179375.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}BKA is run by CEO Michael Rosenberg, who acquired the firm from one of its original founders, Donald Kaitz, shortly after joining the company in the 1980s. Prior to acquiring BKA, Rosenberg was a personal lines specialist with a boutique brokerage in New York City.
BKA is run by CEO Michael Rosenberg, who acquired the firm from one of its original founders, Donald Kaitz, shortly after joining the company in the 1980s. Prior to acquiring BKA, Rosenberg was a personal lines specialist with a boutique brokerage in New York City.
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Brad W. Gabbard has been appointed senior vice president to Risk Strategies‘ national health care practice. Most recently, he was an executive vice president and health care practice leader for Willis Towers Watson's Columbus, Ohio, office.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/09/27/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-sept-27-2019/?slreturn=20190830091806}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has made the latest in a series of acquisitions with the purchase of Pro Safety Services, which provides safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders, and other industries.
Risk Strategies has made the latest in a series of acquisitions with the purchase of Pro Safety Services, which provides safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders, and other industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-run-of-acquisitions-continues-3048}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Pro Safety Services LLC, a provider of safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders and a range of other industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1999 by its current president John McCarthy, Pro Safety Services offers a scope of specialized safety programs and services that help clients protect physical assets and earnings by identifying and managing risks. The company's service offerings include full-time site safety management, loss control, training, periodic audits and safety management program development, among others.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Pro Safety Services LLC, a provider of safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders and a range of other industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1999 by its current president John McCarthy, Pro Safety Services offers a scope of specialized safety programs and services that help clients protect physical assets and earnings by identifying and managing risks. The company's service offerings include full-time site safety management, loss control, training, periodic audits and safety management program development, among others.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/09/25/541170.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Gabbard brings clients experience in developing and administering alternative risk-financing vehicles, such as self-insurance trusts, captive insurance companies, risk retention groups and high deductible programs.
Gabbard brings clients experience in developing and administering alternative risk-financing vehicles, such as self-insurance trusts, captive insurance companies, risk retention groups and high deductible programs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/09/24/540950.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., doing business as Risk Strategies Co. Inc., on Monday announced its acquisition of Pro Safety Services LLC. Pro Safety, which provides safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders, and a range of other industries, is part of the Boston-based risk management firm's national expansion as providers of safety consulting and loss control, according to a statement.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., doing business as Risk Strategies Co. Inc., on Monday announced its acquisition of Pro Safety Services LLC. Pro Safety, which provides safety and loss control services to construction companies, builders, and a range of other industries, is part of the Boston-based risk management firm's national expansion as providers of safety consulting and loss control, according to a statement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20190923/NEWS06/912330795/Risk-Strategies-acquires-safety-manager}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}A release noted that Gabbard is one of the few brokers in the US to have focused healthcare experience while working with both major brokerage firms and a major reinsurer.
A release noted that Gabbard is one of the few brokers in the US to have focused healthcare experience while working with both major brokerage firms and a major reinsurer.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/healthcare/risk-strategies-names-svp-to-national-healthcare-practice-178503.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance broker and risk management firm, has hired Brad W. Gabbard, CPCU, as senior vice president to its national health care practice.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance broker and risk management firm, has hired Brad W. Gabbard, CPCU, as senior vice president to its national health care practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/9-people-on-the-move-3/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Commenting on his appointment, Gabbard said: "I am excited to be joining Risk Strategies' national health care practice. Being part of a firm built on industry specialisation and joining a truly national, client-focused health care team that collaborates to deliver value across all areas of risk is exactly what I was looking for to best serve healthcare clients throughout the country."
Commenting on his appointment, Gabbard said: "I am excited to be joining Risk Strategies' national health care practice. Being part of a firm built on industry specialisation and joining a truly national, client-focused health care team that collaborates to deliver value across all areas of risk is exactly what I was looking for to best serve healthcare clients throughout the country."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6572}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Gabbard brings clients significant experience in developing and administering alternative risk-financing vehicles, such as self-insurance trusts, captive insurance companies, risk retention groups and high deductible programs.
Gabbard brings clients significant experience in developing and administering alternative risk-financing vehicles, such as self-insurance trusts, captive insurance companies, risk retention groups and high deductible programs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-adds-brad-gabbard-as-svp-of-healthcare-practice/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Inc. named Columbus, Ohio-based Brad Gabbard to be senior vice president. Previously, Mr. Gabbard was executive vice president, health care practice leader for Willis Towers Watson PLC.
Risk Strategies Inc. named Columbus, Ohio-based Brad Gabbard to be senior vice president. Previously, Mr. Gabbard was executive vice president, health care practice leader for Willis Towers Watson PLC.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/AnnouncementDetails?id=11079}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Edward J. Flanagan joined Risk Strategies as New England Regional Operations Leader on September 9, 2019. He is responsible for coordinating with the company's regional operations leaders to drive organic growth in those territories, as well as facilitating the integration of acquired organizations into regional and national operations.
Edward J. Flanagan joined Risk Strategies as New England Regional Operations Leader on September 9, 2019. He is responsible for coordinating with the company's regional operations leaders to drive organic growth in those territories, as well as facilitating the integration of acquired organizations into regional and national operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.advisen.com/tools/fpnproc/fpns/articles_new_1/P/348099714.html?rid=348099714&list_id=1}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Advisen.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Expanding U.S. insurance brokerage, Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Edward Flanagan from Arthur J. Gallagher as New England Regional Operations Leader. Flanagan succeeds John Scroope, who has been promoted to National Director of Retail Operations, a newly created role. He brings three decades of industry experience to the role and joins from Arthur J. Gallagher, where he served as a producer focused on clients in the tech, life sciences, financial services and healthcare industries.
Expanding U.S. insurance brokerage, Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Edward Flanagan from Arthur J. Gallagher as New England Regional Operations Leader. Flanagan succeeds John Scroope, who has been promoted to National Director of Retail Operations, a newly created role. He brings three decades of industry experience to the role and joins from Arthur J. Gallagher, where he served as a producer focused on clients in the tech, life sciences, financial services and healthcare industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/edward-flanagan-joins-risk-strategies-as-new-england-regional-leader/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Edward J. Flanagan, a veteran broker and sales leader, as New England regional operations leader. Flanagan will succeed John Scroope, who has been promoted to the newly created role of national director of Retail Operations.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Edward J. Flanagan, a veteran broker and sales leader, as New England regional operations leader. Flanagan will succeed John Scroope, who has been promoted to the newly created role of national director of Retail Operations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/09/10/539341.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, an insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Risk Management Advisors (RMA), a firm that designs and administers captive insurance programs and self-insured plans for companies in a variety of industries. The acquisition strengthens Risk Strategies' portfolio of alternative specialty capabilities, following its acquisition of Oxford Risk Management Group in July of 2018. Oxford's captive expertise also built on Risk Strategies' focus on offering clients alternative risk funding methods.
Risk Strategies, an insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Risk Management Advisors (RMA), a firm that designs and administers captive insurance programs and self-insured plans for companies in a variety of industries. The acquisition strengthens Risk Strategies' portfolio of alternative specialty capabilities, following its acquisition of Oxford Risk Management Group in July of 2018. Oxford's captive expertise also built on Risk Strategies' focus on offering clients alternative risk funding methods.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-risk-management-advisors-3029}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The deal strengthens the firm's alternative specialty portfolio and follows its July 2018 acquisition of Maryland-based captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group, Risk Strategies said.
The deal strengthens the firm's alternative specialty portfolio and follows its July 2018 acquisition of Maryland-based captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group, Risk Strategies said.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20190904/NEWS06/912330466/Risk-Strategies-buys-captive-manager}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Risk Management Advisors (RMA), a California-based leader in developing, designing and administering captive insurance programmes and self-insured plans.
Risk Strategies has acquired Risk Management Advisors (RMA), a California-based leader in developing, designing and administering captive insurance programmes and self-insured plans.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/industryarticle.php?article_id=6535}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Management Advisors designs and administers captive insurance programs and self-insured plans. Client industries range from manufacturing, trucking, and contractors to auto finance, staffing, restaurant groups, and commercial property owners.
Risk Management Advisors designs and administers captive insurance programs and self-insured plans. Client industries range from manufacturing, trucking, and contractors to auto finance, staffing, restaurant groups, and commercial property owners.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2019/09/04/538826.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected industry veteran Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firm's central United States region. Giannone brings almost 30 years of insurance industry experience to this new role at Risk Strategies.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected industry veteran Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firm's central United States region. Giannone brings almost 30 years of insurance industry experience to this new role at Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-people/2019/09/02/538534.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}n alumnus wants to give back to his college, so he donates a drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn that he acquired through an art dealer 10 years ago. School leaders accept the drawing and hang it prominently in the campus museum. Years later, a historian researching artwork stolen by the Nazis during World War II sees the piece and inquiries about its origins. University staffers dig into the work's history and discover a suspicious gap in the chain of ownership between 1933 and 1945. What should university leaders do? What risks and ethical responsibilities does the drawing now…
n alumnus wants to give back to his college, so he donates a drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn that he acquired through an art dealer 10 years ago. School leaders accept the drawing and hang it prominently in the campus museum. Years later, a historian researching artwork stolen by the Nazis during World War II sees the piece and inquiries about its origins. University staffers dig into the work's history and discover a suspicious gap in the chain of ownership between 1933 and 1945. What should university leaders do? What risks and ethical responsibilities does the drawing now…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://universitybusiness.com/ub-op-ed-do-you-know-the-provenance-of-your-institutions-fine-art}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=University Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Finds Leader of National Professional Liability Practice in Darren Black. Darren Black, a 15-year insurance industry veteran, has been hired by Risk Strategies to oversee its national professional liability practice group. "Architects, engineers, lawyers and other professionals face complicated risks and liabilities unique to their expertise, industry and services," explained Risk Strategies' President, John Mina.
Risk Strategies Finds Leader of National Professional Liability Practice in Darren Black. Darren Black, a 15-year insurance industry veteran, has been hired by Risk Strategies to oversee its national professional liability practice group. "Architects, engineers, lawyers and other professionals face complicated risks and liabilities unique to their expertise, industry and services," explained Risk Strategies' President, John Mina.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/10-people-on-the-move/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Joanne R Censullo, managing director at Risk Strategies, an insurance brokerage and risk services firm, assists clients in the use of insurance to manage risk. Her mergers & acquisitions (M&A) niche supports private equity (PE) and corporate investors' objectives of protecting business assets. Ms Censullo's services include due diligence, insurance coverage design and negotiation, and the successful manoeuvering through R&W and transactional insurance product complexities. She can be contacted on +1 (617) 330 5706 or by email: jcensullo@risk-strategies.com.
Joanne R Censullo, managing director at Risk Strategies, an insurance brokerage and risk services firm, assists clients in the use of insurance to manage risk. Her mergers & acquisitions (M&A) niche supports private equity (PE) and corporate investors' objectives of protecting business assets. Ms Censullo's services include due diligence, insurance coverage design and negotiation, and the successful manoeuvering through R&W and transactional insurance product complexities. She can be contacted on +1 (617) 330 5706 or by email: jcensullo@risk-strategies.com.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.financierworldwide.com/roundtable-managing-transactional-risk-sep19#.XV_pmEd7mUl}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Financier Worldwide}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has expanded its presence in the Southeast US with the acquisition of National Insurance Consulting Group (NICG), an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm. NICG was founded in 2014 by Zain Hasan and offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery and outsourced HR, with offices in Atlanta, GA and Fort Lauderdale, FL. It specialises in creating alternatively funded employee benefits programs for middle market businesses in a variety of industries, and providing consulting to mid-market organisations.
Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has expanded its presence in the Southeast US with the acquisition of National Insurance Consulting Group (NICG), an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm. NICG was founded in 2014 by Zain Hasan and offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery and outsourced HR, with offices in Atlanta, GA and Fort Lauderdale, FL. It specialises in creating alternatively funded employee benefits programs for middle market businesses in a variety of industries, and providing consulting to mid-market organisations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinternational.com/news/risk-strategies-acquisition-expands-its-presence-in-southeast-us-3005}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired National Insurance Consulting Group (NICG), expanding its presence in the southeast region. NICG is an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm founded in 2014. The firm – with two locations in Atlanta, GA and Fort Lauderdale, FL – offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery, and outsourced HR. It was named one of the 2019 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies has acquired National Insurance Consulting Group (NICG), expanding its presence in the southeast region. NICG is an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm founded in 2014. The firm – with two locations in Atlanta, GA and Fort Lauderdale, FL – offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery, and outsourced HR. It was named one of the 2019 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-bolsters-practice-with-new-acquisition-176017.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has purchased employee benefits and human capital consulting firm National Insurance Consulting Group. The takeover of National Insurance will expand Risk Strategies footprint in the southeast US, including Florida and Georgia.
Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has purchased employee benefits and human capital consulting firm National Insurance Consulting Group. The takeover of National Insurance will expand Risk Strategies footprint in the southeast US, including Florida and Georgia.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has expanded its presence in the Southeast United States with the acquisition of National Insurance Consulting Group, LLC (NICG), an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 2014 by Zain Hasan, NICG offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery, and outsourced HR. With locations in Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the firm specializes in creating alternatively funded employee benefits programs for middle market businesses in a variety of industries and providing mid-market organizations…
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has expanded its presence in the Southeast United States with the acquisition of National Insurance Consulting Group, LLC (NICG), an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 2014 by Zain Hasan, NICG offers benefits consulting, outsourced benefits administration, human capital management software delivery, and outsourced HR. With locations in Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the firm specializes in creating alternatively funded employee benefits programs for middle market businesses in a variety of industries and providing mid-market organizations…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2019/08/22/537687.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, named Darren Black to oversee its national professional liability practice group. He is based in Kansas City, Missouri. Black joins Risk Strategies after having led the professional services practice for the seventh largest privately held broker in the U.S. Prior to that, he served as managing director and leader of the design liability practice at a publicly traded, top three national brokerage.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, named Darren Black to oversee its national professional liability practice group. He is based in Kansas City, Missouri. Black joins Risk Strategies after having led the professional services practice for the seventh largest privately held broker in the U.S. Prior to that, he served as managing director and leader of the design liability practice at a publicly traded, top three national brokerage.
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Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, named Darren Black to oversee its national professional liability practice group. He is based in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Risk Strategies Inc. named Kansas City-based Darren Black to oversee its national professional liability practice group. Previously, Mr. Black led the professional services practice for The IMA Financial Group Inc.
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US insurance brokerage and risk management firm has appointed Darren Black to lead its national professional liability practice group.
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Risk Strategies has appointed Darren Black (pictured) to serve as the leader of its national professional liability practice group. Black was most recently associated with a major insurance broker and, prior to that, he served as managing director and leader of the design liability practice at a publicly-traded, top three national brokerage.
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Brokerage Risk Strategies Co. Inc. named Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firm's central United States region. Most recently, he was senior vice president and managing director at USI Insurance Services LLC.
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Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, announced that they have named Steve Giannone to oversee operations in Chicago as well as in the central United States region.
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U.S. domiciled insurance brokerage, Risk Strategies, has appointed Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in its central U.S. region.
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Risk Strategies has appointed Steve Giannone (pictured) to serve as the leader for the brokerage's central region operations. Giannone will be based in Chicago and brings with him nearly 30 years of insurance industry experience, having served major carriers and brokerage firms. Giannone was most recently senior vice-president and managing director at USI Insurance Services' insurance brokerage and consulting practice in Chicago. In that role, he led the practice's sales and service efforts while overseeing operational functions.
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Boston-based Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, acquired Winter Group Inc., a specialty insurance program manager with a focus on the trucking industry. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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U.S. domiciled insurance brokerage, Risk Strategies, has appointed Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in its central U.S. region. Industry veteran Giannone joins Risk Strategies from USI Insurance Services' Insurance Brokerage and Consulting practice in Chicago, where he most recently served as Senior Vice President (SVP) and Managing Director.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-appoints-giannone-to-lead-chicago-office-oversee-central-u-s/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected industry veteran Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firm's central United States region. Giannone brings almost 30 years of insurance industry experience to this new role at Risk Strategies. He most recently served as senior vice president and managing director at USI Insurance Services' Insurance Brokerage and Consulting practice in Chicago, where he led its sales and service efforts while overseeing operational functions.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected industry veteran Steve Giannone to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firm's central United States region. Giannone brings almost 30 years of insurance industry experience to this new role at Risk Strategies. He most recently served as senior vice president and managing director at USI Insurance Services' Insurance Brokerage and Consulting practice in Chicago, where he led its sales and service efforts while overseeing operational functions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2019/08/06/535051.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Blair Wunderlich, a former Aon Huntington T. Block fine arts insurance broker, has been appointed senior account manager and producer for national fine art practice DeWitt Stern, A Risk Strategies Company.
Blair Wunderlich, a former Aon Huntington T. Block fine arts insurance broker, has been appointed senior account manager and producer for national fine art practice DeWitt Stern, A Risk Strategies Company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/11-people-on-the-move-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Reiff & Associates, a full service brokerage firm focused on risk and insurance for companies in the entertainment industry. Founded in 1983 and based in New York City, Reiff & Associates provides customized risk management and insurance for theater, television, film and media production, staging and rigging, live music and special events.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Reiff & Associates, a full service brokerage firm focused on risk and insurance for companies in the entertainment industry. Founded in 1983 and based in New York City, Reiff & Associates provides customized risk management and insurance for theater, television, film and media production, staging and rigging, live music and special events.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/08/02/534414.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}2019 Power Broker Winner Joins Risk Strategies Blair Wunderlich, a former Aon Huntington T. Block fine arts insurance broker, has been appointed senior account manager and producer for national fine art practice DeWitt Stern, A Risk Strategies Company.
2019 Power Broker Winner Joins Risk Strategies Blair Wunderlich, a former Aon Huntington T. Block fine arts insurance broker, has been appointed senior account manager and producer for national fine art practice DeWitt Stern, A Risk Strategies Company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/11-people-on-the-move-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage firm Risk Strategies is on a roll, acquiring its third full service brokerage, Reiff & Associates, for this month. Reiff & Associates' clients include the producers of the musicals "Hamilton" and "Hello Dolly," as well as the film producers behind "Black Swan," "Precious," "The Wrestler," and "Lost in Translation."
National insurance brokerage firm Risk Strategies is on a roll, acquiring its third full service brokerage, Reiff & Associates, for this month. Reiff & Associates' clients include the producers of the musicals "Hamilton" and "Hello Dolly," as well as the film producers behind "Black Swan," "Precious," "The Wrestler," and "Lost in Translation."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-acquires-insurer-behind-hit-musicals-hamilton-and-hello-dolly-174014.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. Inc. said on Monday it has acquired Reiff & Associates LLC, a New York-based brokerage that specializes in placing risks for companies in the entertainment industry.
Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. Inc. said on Monday it has acquired Reiff & Associates LLC, a New York-based brokerage that specializes in placing risks for companies in the entertainment industry.
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Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Gerard B. Tracy Associates, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/07/24/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-july-24-2019/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Gerard B. Tracy Associates in order to add to its employee benefits method. Risk Strategies has recently expanded its benefits reach with the purchase of service businesses, including an actuarial firm and a healthcare claims auditing organisation.
Risk Strategies has acquired Gerard B. Tracy Associates in order to add to its employee benefits method. Risk Strategies has recently expanded its benefits reach with the purchase of service businesses, including an actuarial firm and a healthcare claims auditing organisation.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=6468}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Founded in 1948, GBTA has been creating employee benefits programs for a variety of public and private entities. In particular, GBTA has a specialty focus serving institutions of higher education. The firm also develops benefit programs for general and non-profit organizations, primarily those based in the Northeast region of America.
Founded in 1948, GBTA has been creating employee benefits programs for a variety of public and private entities. In particular, GBTA has a specialty focus serving institutions of higher education. The firm also develops benefit programs for general and non-profit organizations, primarily those based in the Northeast region of America.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/non-profits/risk-strategies-swoops-in-for-ctbased-employee-benefits-provider-gerard-b--tracy-associates-173530.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has added Blair Wunderlich as a senior account manager and producer to its DeWitt Stern national fine art practice. Wunderlich has 10 years of experience working with private collectors, galleries and museums, most recently as an account executive at fine art specialty insurance brokerage Aon Huntington T. Block (HTB). In that role, her business development focused on museums, foundations, corporate collections, galleries and high net worth clients. She also helped develop new policy coverage targeting younger private collectors, as well as a focus on cyber risks and coverage programs.
Risk Strategies has added Blair Wunderlich as a senior account manager and producer to its DeWitt Stern national fine art practice. Wunderlich has 10 years of experience working with private collectors, galleries and museums, most recently as an account executive at fine art specialty insurance brokerage Aon Huntington T. Block (HTB). In that role, her business development focused on museums, foundations, corporate collections, galleries and high net worth clients. She also helped develop new policy coverage targeting younger private collectors, as well as a focus on cyber risks and coverage programs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-brings-in-senior-account-manager-for-fine-arts-practice-173145.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}PropertyCasualty360 is the online destination for P&C insurance sellers and buyers providing insurance news, analysis and market trends. It is where buyers and sellers have access to breaking insurance news, industry research, compliance and legal updates, training and education, technology developments, data and trends, and more.
PropertyCasualty360 is the online destination for P&C insurance sellers and buyers providing insurance news, analysis and market trends. It is where buyers and sellers have access to breaking insurance news, industry research, compliance and legal updates, training and education, technology developments, data and trends, and more.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/07/19/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-july-19-2019/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Property Casualty 360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies continues its national expansion with another acquisition this summer in San Diego. The Boston-based brokerage firm announced the acquisition of Winter Group, Inc., a specialty insurance program manager focused on the trucking industry, particularly in cross-border transportation risks. Further terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies continues its national expansion with another acquisition this summer in San Diego. The Boston-based brokerage firm announced the acquisition of Winter Group, Inc., a specialty insurance program manager focused on the trucking industry, particularly in cross-border transportation risks. Further terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
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US insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired California-based Winter Group, a specialty insurance programme manager with a focus on the trucking industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/broker-risk-strategies-buys-trucking-and-transportation-specialist-winter-group-18770}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}isk Strategies continues its national expansion with another acquisition this summer in San Diego. The Boston-based brokerage firm announced the acquisition of Winter Group, Inc., a specialty insurance program manager focused on the trucking industry, particularly in cross-border transportation risks. Further terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
isk Strategies continues its national expansion with another acquisition this summer in San Diego. The Boston-based brokerage firm announced the acquisition of Winter Group, Inc., a specialty insurance program manager focused on the trucking industry, particularly in cross-border transportation risks. Further terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2019/07/16/risk-strategies-acquires-californias-winter-group-inc-31065/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AgencyChecklists+%28Agency+Checklists%29}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}U.S. domiciled broker and risk management company, Risk Strategies, has acquired trucking industry-focused specialty insurance program manager, Winter Group, Inc. The takeover adds transportation industry expertise to Risk Strategies' wholesale operations. Winter Group, a transportation wholesaler that provides national insurance solutions for "virtually all facets" of both the trucking and transportation sector, has a specialist focus on cross-border transportation risks
U.S. domiciled broker and risk management company, Risk Strategies, has acquired trucking industry-focused specialty insurance program manager, Winter Group, Inc. The takeover adds transportation industry expertise to Risk Strategies' wholesale operations. Winter Group, a transportation wholesaler that provides national insurance solutions for "virtually all facets" of both the trucking and transportation sector, has a specialist focus on cross-border transportation risks
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-acquires-trucking-and-transportation-specialist-winter-group/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Winter Group – a specialty insurance program manager focused on serving the trucking industry.
Risk Strategies has acquired Winter Group – a specialty insurance program manager focused on serving the trucking industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/commercial-auto/risk-strategies-acquires-trucking-insurance-program-manager-winter-group-in-ca-172823.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm headquartered in Boston, has acquired San Diego, California-based Winter Group Inc., a specialty insurance program manager with a focus on the trucking industry. Founded in 1995, Winter Group is a national transportation wholesaler serving all facets of the trucking and transportation industry, with a strong specialization in cross-border transportation risks.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm headquartered in Boston, has acquired San Diego, California-based Winter Group Inc., a specialty insurance program manager with a focus on the trucking industry. Founded in 1995, Winter Group is a national transportation wholesaler serving all facets of the trucking and transportation industry, with a strong specialization in cross-border transportation risks.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2019/07/15/532275.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Expansive private equity-backed broker Risk Strategies has acquired trucking-focused specialty insurance program manager Winter Group and is lining up further transactions as it continues to build out its wholesale operations, The Insurer can reveal.
Expansive private equity-backed broker Risk Strategies has acquired trucking-focused specialty insurance program manager Winter Group and is lining up further transactions as it continues to build out its wholesale operations, The Insurer can reveal.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.theinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-winter-group-to-growing-wholesale-platform/4326.article}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Another week, another acquisition for Boston-based Risk Strategies. The brokerage firm is acquiring agencies across the nation at a rapid pace. Following its most recent acquisition on June 4th acquisition, the Boston-based brokerage and risk management firm has now added Creative Insurance Solutions to its ranks.
Another week, another acquisition for Boston-based Risk Strategies. The brokerage firm is acquiring agencies across the nation at a rapid pace. Following its most recent acquisition on June 4th acquisition, the Boston-based brokerage and risk management firm has now added Creative Insurance Solutions to its ranks.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2019/06/18/risk-strategies-cis-acquisition-30754/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired Creative Insurance Solutions, a provider of customer insurance and risk management programs to successful individuals and families. Founded in 2006 by Steven Bender, Creative Insurance Solutions has offices in Potomac, Md., and Washington, D.C. The firm offers customized placement for insurance needs including primary and secondary residences, private collections, identity theft, lost income, and kidnap and ransom. The acquisition expands Risk Strategies' Mid-Atlantic footprint.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced that it has acquired Creative Insurance Solutions, a provider of customer insurance and risk management programs to successful individuals and families. Founded in 2006 by Steven Bender, Creative Insurance Solutions has offices in Potomac, Md., and Washington, D.C. The firm offers customized placement for insurance needs including primary and secondary residences, private collections, identity theft, lost income, and kidnap and ransom. The acquisition expands Risk Strategies' Mid-Atlantic footprint.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-scoops-up-maryland-insurance-firm-170107.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has added Ward Humphreys as senior vice president to the reinsurance team of its National Health Care Practice. His hiring is part of an ongoing strategic effort by the firm to build out this specialty practice with health care professionals.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has added Ward Humphreys as senior vice president to the reinsurance team of its National Health Care Practice. His hiring is part of an ongoing strategic effort by the firm to build out this specialty practice with health care professionals.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/06/12/529006.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies' presence in the Lone Star State is getting bigger. The Boston-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm has added to its growing ranks this month with the acquisition of the Houston-based MainStreet Consulting Group. "MainStreet is a great fit for our company as we build out our presence in Texas," said John Vaglica, Risk Strategies' Chief Financial Officer. "We're particularly excited that this acquisition will provide Risk Strategies entry into the energy space for the first time and do so with a highly qualified team."
Risk Strategies' presence in the Lone Star State is getting bigger. The Boston-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm has added to its growing ranks this month with the acquisition of the Houston-based MainStreet Consulting Group. "MainStreet is a great fit for our company as we build out our presence in Texas," said John Vaglica, Risk Strategies' Chief Financial Officer. "We're particularly excited that this acquisition will provide Risk Strategies entry into the energy space for the first time and do so with a highly qualified team."
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Risk Strategies has acquired Texas-based insurance brokerage firm MainStreet Consulting Group for an undisclosed price. The acquisition, which will help Risk Strategies to expand its presence in Texas, enables the national insurance brokerage and risk management firm to offer business coverage, benefits planning and risk management services in the state.
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Boston-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired MainStreet Consulting Group, a brokerage headquartered in Conroe, Texas, just north of Houston.
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Kierstin Johnsen and Kristina Marcigliano of Risk Strategies DeWitt Stern named 2019 Power Broker® Rising Stars.
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Operation Varsity Blues made headlines worldwide as the FBI charged 50 individuals, including well-known celebrities, with participating in a nationwide college admissions scandal involving many high-profile, elite institutions. And now come the lawsuits.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20190501/STORY/912328053/Business-Insurance-Perspective-College-admissions-scandal-gives-risk-managers-th?utm_campaign=BI20190501CurrentIssue&utm_medium=email&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_source=h}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"The due diligence around information security in an M&A transaction has been somewhat limited, so what we like to see our clients that are engaging in M&A activity do is a few things," explained Rob Rosenzweig (pictured, below), national cyber risk practice leader for brokerage Risk Strategies.
"The due diligence around information security in an M&A transaction has been somewhat limited, so what we like to see our clients that are engaging in M&A activity do is a few things," explained Rob Rosenzweig (pictured, below), national cyber risk practice leader for brokerage Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/cyber-and-executive-risks-are-hard-to-divorce-in-todays-threat-landscape-163913.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Krauter & Company LLC, a specialty firm focused on the risk and insurance needs of private equity firms and their portfolio companies.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Krauter & Company LLC, a specialty firm focused on the risk and insurance needs of private equity firms and their portfolio companies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/03/14/520613.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. Inc. said on Tuesday it has acquired Krauter & Co. LLC, a New York-based brokerage that specializes in placing the risks of private equity firms and their portfolio companies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. Inc. said on Tuesday it has acquired Krauter & Co. LLC, a New York-based brokerage that specializes in placing the risks of private equity firms and their portfolio companies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20190312/NEWS06/912327237/Risk-Strategies-acquires-brokerage}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Kelso & Co-backed Risk Strategies acquired Krauter & Co, which specializes in working with private equity firms and their portfolio companies providing due diligence and transactional risk products, the firm said in a statement.
Kelso & Co-backed Risk Strategies acquired Krauter & Co, which specializes in working with private equity firms and their portfolio companies providing due diligence and transactional risk products, the firm said in a statement.
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Significant demographic changes to college enrollment projected over the next decade mean colleges and universities need to find new ways to drive down costs as they reconfigure their approach to attracting students and generating new revenue. Drawing students from the traditional, now-dwindling applicant pool who are not keen on loading up on loan debt is one of higher education's growing challenges.
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In this interview, Jason Brudnick, SVP and Managing Director of Operations at Risk Strategies, discusses the importance of analytics tools for reducing risk, the challenge of data accuracy in the insurance industry and, he reiterates the need to use technology to improve CX. Jason has a background in Operations and Information Technology, as well as both Property & Casualty and Life & Health Insurance. Prior to Risk Strategies, Jason was the Operations Manager at the Global Insurance Network, Branch Manager at Bank of America and Branch Business Manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. He attended Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts and…
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.thedigitalenterprise.com/interviews/interview-with-jason-brudnick-svp-and-managing-director-of-operations-at-risk-strategies/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Digital Enterprise}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Bernard Lauper, CEO of MacCorckle Insurance, a Risk Strategies acquisition in 2015, sits down with Inside Napa Valley host Latife Hayson for a wide ranging discussion looking at the region's new ‘hard market' in insurance as many carriers pull back from covering wine country properties and how property owners can navigate this new risk management landscape.
Bernard Lauper, CEO of MacCorckle Insurance, a Risk Strategies acquisition in 2015, sits down with Inside Napa Valley host Latife Hayson for a wide ranging discussion looking at the region's new ‘hard market' in insurance as many carriers pull back from covering wine country properties and how property owners can navigate this new risk management landscape.
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Led by industry veteran Bob Dubraski, the practice is driven by a dedicated team of experts with resources across the U.S, providing analytics, consulting and creative risk management solutions to an array of healthcare organisations as well as managed care and stop loss providers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-rolls-out-national-health-care-practice-across-all-lines/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired United Health Actuarial Services Inc. (UHAS), a health actuarial, management, and underwriting consulting firm based just north of Indianapolis in Carmel, Indiana.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired United Health Actuarial Services Inc. (UHAS), a health actuarial, management, and underwriting consulting firm based just north of Indianapolis in Carmel, Indiana.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2019/01/23/515478.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Matthew Power has been appointed to lead the national wholesale and alternative distribution operations at Risk Strategies. He comes to Risk Strategies from Lexington Insurance Company where he was national branch president and head of wholesale broker engagement.
Matthew Power has been appointed to lead the national wholesale and alternative distribution operations at Risk Strategies. He comes to Risk Strategies from Lexington Insurance Company where he was national branch president and head of wholesale broker engagement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2019/01/18/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-jan-18-2019/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Property Casualty 360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected Bret Murray to oversee its national higher education practice. Most recently, Murray was director of risk management and insurance at Tufts University. In a separate move, Risk Strategies has selected Matthew Power to lead its national wholesale and alternative distribution operations. He comes to Risk Strategies from Lexington Insurance Company, where he was National branch president and head of Wholesale Broker Engagement.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has selected Bret Murray to oversee its national higher education practice. Most recently, Murray was director of risk management and insurance at Tufts University. In a separate move, Risk Strategies has selected Matthew Power to lead its national wholesale and alternative distribution operations. He comes to Risk Strategies from Lexington Insurance Company, where he was National branch president and head of Wholesale Broker Engagement.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2019/01/15/514815.htm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}At sea, vessel owners are also responsible for insuring their crew, but the regulations governing employment liability and the way coverage is structured work differently than they do on land. Maritime employment liability is defined by the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also known as the Jones Act, written to protect seamen from being exploited.
At sea, vessel owners are also responsible for insuring their crew, but the regulations governing employment liability and the way coverage is structured work differently than they do on land. Maritime employment liability is defined by the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also known as the Jones Act, written to protect seamen from being exploited.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.worth.com/is-your-boat-crew-putting-you-at-risk/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Worth Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The traditional solutions for healthcare companies that opt to self-insure their employee health plans are quickly becoming antiquated in today's challenging environment. Rising medical and drug costs, along with a dramatic spike in multimillion-dollar claims, mean that organizations seeking to self-insure could be taking on too much exposure.
The traditional solutions for healthcare companies that opt to self-insure their employee health plans are quickly becoming antiquated in today's challenging environment. Rising medical and drug costs, along with a dramatic spike in multimillion-dollar claims, mean that organizations seeking to self-insure could be taking on too much exposure.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.hfma.org/Content.aspx?id=62777}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Healthcare Financial Management Association}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies reacted quickly after the major event at Gan's operation a few years ago and began looking for a new company right after, anticipating the insurer would not renew the policy.
Risk Strategies reacted quickly after the major event at Gan's operation a few years ago and began looking for a new company right after, anticipating the insurer would not renew the policy.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.waste360.com/safety/mrf-fires-threaten-insurance-policies}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Waste360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}He came to Risk Strategies through its 2015 acquisition of health care specialty brokerage Dubraski & Associates, where he served as managing director, chief operating officer and practice leader.
He came to Risk Strategies through its 2015 acquisition of health care specialty brokerage Dubraski & Associates, where he served as managing director, chief operating officer and practice leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://nerej.com/manzi-named-national-brokerage-leader-at-risk-strategies}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New England Real Estate Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}People on the move in the P&C insurance industry.
People on the move in the P&C insurance industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2018/12/21/people-on-the-move-in-the-pc-insurance-industry-de/?slreturn=20190002100836}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Property Casualty 360 }', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc. named Boston-based Mark Manzi to be national brokerage leader. Previously, Mr. Manzi was property/casualty division leader for the firm's health care practice.
RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc. named Boston-based Mark Manzi to be national brokerage leader. Previously, Mr. Manzi was property/casualty division leader for the firm's health care practice.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/Section/AnnouncementDetails?ID=10346&pageIndex=41}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=4, name='2019', order=6, label='2019'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has appointed Mark Manzi as national brokerage leader. Manzi, an industry veteran with 30 years'experience placing and negotiating coverage, began his career at Marsh in New York.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced it has appointed Mark Manzi as national brokerage leader. Manzi, an industry veteran with 30 years'experience placing and negotiating coverage, began his career at Marsh in New York.
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Manzi, an industry veteran with 30 years of experience placing and negotiating coverage, began his career at Marsh in New York. He came to Risk Strategies through its 2015 acquisition of health care specialty brokerage Dubraski & Associates, where he served as managing director, chief operating officer and practice leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/12/20/512593.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Dallas-based RiskPro Global Partners—a full-service property, casualty, and employee benefits firm—has been acquired by Risk Strategies, a Boston-based privately held insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
Dallas-based RiskPro Global Partners—a full-service property, casualty, and employee benefits firm—has been acquired by Risk Strategies, a Boston-based privately held insurance brokerage and risk management firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://dallasinnovates.com/follow-the-money-an-global-gets-acquisition-backing-astrapi-receives-funding-ryan-buys-french-firm/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Dallas Innovates}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Founded in 2017 by Gary Griffith and Travis King, RiskPro Global Partners focuses on industries such as real estate, financial services, hospitality, healthcare, construction, and technology. The firm also specializes in practices such as employee benefits, executive risk and cyber liability.
Founded in 2017 by Gary Griffith and Travis King, RiskPro Global Partners focuses on industries such as real estate, financial services, hospitality, healthcare, construction, and technology. The firm also specializes in practices such as employee benefits, executive risk and cyber liability.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-picks-up-pandc-employee-benefits-firm-in-dallas-118485.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired RiskPro Global Partners, a full-service property/casualty and employee benefits firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired RiskPro Global Partners, a full-service property/casualty and employee benefits firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southcentral/2018/12/11/511625.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}A climate report released by the federal government featured dire warnings about the impact climate change will have on different regions and industry sectors in the United States and the economic losses that will materialize if climate warming continues largely unchecked – warnings that risk managers and insurers should heed and react to given that such warming could raise major insurability and liability questions, experts say.
A climate report released by the federal government featured dire warnings about the impact climate change will have on different regions and industry sectors in the United States and the economic losses that will materialize if climate warming continues largely unchecked – warnings that risk managers and insurers should heed and react to given that such warming could raise major insurability and liability questions, experts say.
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"An insurance company may find itself out of capacity at a particular storage site where there is several billion dollars in insured art at the location," said Steven Pincus, who leads the national fine art practice at DeWitt Stern, an insurance brokerage firm based in Manhattan.
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According to Greenbaum, the Arkin Youngentob acquisition came about partly due to Risk Strategies' reputation for deals in the industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.corporateriskandinsurance.com/news/operational/risk-strategies-opens-up-on-latest-acquisition/116039}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Corporate Risk and Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}From the 2018 PLUS Conference in San Diego, Robert Rosenzweig, RPLU of Risk Strategies discusses the evolution of cyber risk.
From the 2018 PLUS Conference in San Diego, Robert Rosenzweig, RPLU of Risk Strategies discusses the evolution of cyber risk.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://plusblog.org/2018/11/12/cyber-risk-with-robert-rosenzweig-rplu/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PLUSblog}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"For the buyers, it's a crowded and noisy and confusing marketplace," said Robert Rosenzweig, senior vice president and national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies.
"For the buyers, it's a crowded and noisy and confusing marketplace," said Robert Rosenzweig, senior vice president and national cyber risk practice leader for Risk Strategies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2018/11/09/507254.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}In addition to employee benefits, Arkin Youngentob focuses on the design of executive benefits, including multi-life disability and life, key person, company-owned life insurance, carve outs, business succession funding and corporate-sponsored retirement plans.
In addition to employee benefits, Arkin Youngentob focuses on the design of executive benefits, including multi-life disability and life, key person, company-owned life insurance, carve outs, business succession funding and corporate-sponsored retirement plans.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/10/31/506145.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Arkin Youngentob, which was founded in 1981, has earned an industry reputation for its expertise in creative design and alternate funding structures for benefit plans, Risk Strategies said. The firm's focus industries include real estate services, construction firms, technology companies and government contractors, as well as associations and non-profit organizations.
Arkin Youngentob, which was founded in 1981, has earned an industry reputation for its expertise in creative design and alternate funding structures for benefit plans, Risk Strategies said. The firm's focus industries include real estate services, construction firms, technology companies and government contractors, as well as associations and non-profit organizations.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.corporateriskandinsurance.com/news/latest/risk-strategies-acquires-employee-benefits-firm-in-fourth-swoop-this-year/115017}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Corporate Risk and Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Across the US, thousands of insurance agencies and brokerages service the needs of individuals and businesses, but few do it so exceptionally that they've earned the right to be called ‘elite'. IBA's fifth annual Elite Agencies report spotlights 35 agencies that are attaining new heights while reshaping the insurance business of tomorrow.
Across the US, thousands of insurance agencies and brokerages service the needs of individuals and businesses, but few do it so exceptionally that they've earned the right to be called ‘elite'. IBA's fifth annual Elite Agencies report spotlights 35 agencies that are attaining new heights while reshaping the insurance business of tomorrow.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/rankings/elite-agencies-2018/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, Select Insurance Markets, Preferred Personal Insurance Agency. Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Texas-based firms, Select Insurance Markets LLP (SIM) and Preferred Personal Insurance Agency LLP (PPIA). Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies, Select Insurance Markets, Preferred Personal Insurance Agency. Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Texas-based firms, Select Insurance Markets LLP (SIM) and Preferred Personal Insurance Agency LLP (PPIA). Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2018/10/15/503987.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has hired Boyce Morin as vice president of University Health Plans, the firm's specialty division focusing on the design, placement and service of college and university student health insurance programs
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has hired Boyce Morin as vice president of University Health Plans, the firm's specialty division focusing on the design, placement and service of college and university student health insurance programs
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/10/10/503889.htm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Companies are increasingly turning to cyber insurance to offset risk. While coverage exists for a variety of potential losses and liabilities caused by cyber risk, it can be difficult to keep track of the evolving market and to understand confusing policy terms.
Companies are increasingly turning to cyber insurance to offset risk. While coverage exists for a variety of potential losses and liabilities caused by cyber risk, it can be difficult to keep track of the evolving market and to understand confusing policy terms.
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Many individuals don't recognize their need for specialized coverage.They pay upwards of $250,000 annually for personal insurance. And according to Statista research, there were 4.78 million of them in 2015. These are today's high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. These are also the individuals who make up a burgeoning insurance market in the United States.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://roughnotes.com/focus-high-net-worth-insurance/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Rough Notes Company, Inc.}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As lawyers, we are taught to zealously advocate for the client or the position we represent. At its best, this advocacy almost always entails thinking outside the proverbial "box." Having a lawyer who knows when and how to solve problems with creative thinking can make all the difference, but what happens when advisors apply the same mindset?
As lawyers, we are taught to zealously advocate for the client or the position we represent. At its best, this advocacy almost always entails thinking outside the proverbial "box." Having a lawyer who knows when and how to solve problems with creative thinking can make all the difference, but what happens when advisors apply the same mindset?
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.familyoffice.com/insights/family-office-advisors-thinking-outside-box-finding-innovative-solutions-common-problems}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Family Office Exchange}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Successful individuals and families lead fast-paced, dynamic lives. Part of that lifestyle may include situations such as undertaking major home renovations, hosting elaborate events at luxury venues and loaning treasured artworks to galleries, museums or traveling exhibitions.
Successful individuals and families lead fast-paced, dynamic lives. Part of that lifestyle may include situations such as undertaking major home renovations, hosting elaborate events at luxury venues and loaning treasured artworks to galleries, museums or traveling exhibitions.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.worth.com/are-you-signing-on-to-unnecessary-risks/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Worth}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As insured losses from wildfires continue to grow in California and elsewhere, demand for better information and modeling is rising, and catastrophe modelers are responding with new and updated products. "The sizable fires that occurred in 2017 and earlier have driven demand," said Peter Fallon, senior vice president at brokerage Risk Strategies Co. Inc., in an email.
As insured losses from wildfires continue to grow in California and elsewhere, demand for better information and modeling is rising, and catastrophe modelers are responding with new and updated products. "The sizable fires that occurred in 2017 and earlier have driven demand," said Peter Fallon, senior vice president at brokerage Risk Strategies Co. Inc., in an email.
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As California endures its worst wildfire yet, property owners face risks from all angles. Sandy Leon, senior vice president at Risk Strategies weighs in..."The extreme weather trend is likely to have a wider impact on the insurance market..."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://corporateriskandinsurance.com/news/operational/wildfire-risk-the-longterm-impact-on-insurance/109446}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Corporate Risk and Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}14th annual Insurance Journal Top 100 Independent Property/Casualty Agencies report.The Top 100 list is ranked by total property/casualty agency revenue and comprises only those agencies whose business is primarily retail, not wholesale. Risk Strategies was named one of Insurance Journal's Top 100 Independent P/C Agencies. Ranked #11.
14th annual Insurance Journal Top 100 Independent Property/Casualty Agencies report.The Top 100 list is ranked by total property/casualty agency revenue and comprises only those agencies whose business is primarily retail, not wholesale. Risk Strategies was named one of Insurance Journal's Top 100 Independent P/C Agencies. Ranked #11.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/top-100-insurance-agencies/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, finalized the acquisition of Oxford Risk Management Group, an established leader in alternative risk and captive insurance and consulting.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, finalized the acquisition of Oxford Risk Management Group, an established leader in alternative risk and captive insurance and consulting.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.globallegalchronicle.com/risk-strategies-acquisition-of-oxford-risk-management-group/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Global Legal Chronicle}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Pam Caron of Risk Strategies shares how the national brokerage is keeping up with industry changes and helping companies choose the right insurance for their needs.
Pam Caron of Risk Strategies shares how the national brokerage is keeping up with industry changes and helping companies choose the right insurance for their needs.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.waste360.com/business-operations/how-industry-changes-are-making-insurance-options-more-competitive}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Waste360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk management and broking firm Risk Strategies has been on the acquisition trail this year, growing its business through several deals. Its latest move saw it purchase Oxford Risk Management Group, an alternative risk, captive insurance and consulting firm, for an undisclosed sum. Corporate Risk and Insurance spoke to Risk Strategies' CEO Mike Christian to find out more about the deal, and the big risks facing companies.
Risk management and broking firm Risk Strategies has been on the acquisition trail this year, growing its business through several deals. Its latest move saw it purchase Oxford Risk Management Group, an alternative risk, captive insurance and consulting firm, for an undisclosed sum. Corporate Risk and Insurance spoke to Risk Strategies' CEO Mike Christian to find out more about the deal, and the big risks facing companies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://corporateriskandinsurance.com/news/operational/risk-strategies-ceo-emerging-risks-captive-insurance-and-consolidation/106737}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Corporate Risk and Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}News from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Risk Strategies, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. and more.
News from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Risk Strategies, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. and more.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2018/07/18/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-july-18-2018/?slreturn=20180618115707}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}US brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Oxford Risk Management Group, a leading captive insurance consultancy. Oxford Risk specialises in captive feasibility studies, coordination, and management of turn-key captive arrangements, both domestically and internationally.
US brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired Oxford Risk Management Group, a leading captive insurance consultancy. Oxford Risk specialises in captive feasibility studies, coordination, and management of turn-key captive arrangements, both domestically and internationally.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=5900}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Oxford Risk Management Group, a Sparks, Md.-based provider of alternative risk and captive insurance and consulting.
Risk Strategies, a Boston, Mass.-headquartered, privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Oxford Risk Management Group, a Sparks, Md.-based provider of alternative risk and captive insurance and consulting.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/07/18/495475.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal }', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co. Inc. has acquired captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group. Sparks, Maryland-based Oxford conducts captive feasibility analysis, coordination and management of turn-key captive insurer arrangements, both domestically and internationally, according to a statement published Tuesday by the Boston-based brokerage. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies Co. Inc. has acquired captive consultancy Oxford Risk Management Group. Sparks, Maryland-based Oxford conducts captive feasibility analysis, coordination and management of turn-key captive insurer arrangements, both domestically and internationally, according to a statement published Tuesday by the Boston-based brokerage. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20180717/NEWS06/912322720/Risk-Strategies-acquires-captive-consultancy-Oxford-Risk-Management-Group?utm_campaign=BI20180717DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_campaign=BI20180717DailyBriefi}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Business Insurance }', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Corporate Benefit Audits, a firm providing claim outsourcing and audit services to the medical stop loss, managed care and self-funded industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Corporate Benefit Audits, a firm providing claim outsourcing and audit services to the medical stop loss, managed care and self-funded industries. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-business-moves/2018/07/02/493781.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, announced the acquisition of Craford Benefit Consulting, a full-service employee consulting and benefit brokerage firm headquartered in San Rafael, Calif.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, announced the acquisition of Craford Benefit Consulting, a full-service employee consulting and benefit brokerage firm headquartered in San Rafael, Calif.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.employeebenefitadviser.com/news/risk-strategies-adds-another-benefits-firm-to-its-acquisition-roster}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Employee Benefit Adviser}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired San Rafael, Calif.-based Craford Benefit Consultants. Craford is an employee consulting and benefits brokerage firm that also has offices in Portland, Ore. and Charlotte, N.C.
Risk Strategies has acquired San Rafael, Calif.-based Craford Benefit Consultants. Craford is an employee consulting and benefits brokerage firm that also has offices in Portland, Ore. and Charlotte, N.C.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2018/06/18/492597.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired California-based employee consulting and benefits brokerage Craford Benefit Consultants. The deal expands its geographic footprint and builds expertise in complex cases and financial modelling.
Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has acquired California-based employee consulting and benefits brokerage Craford Benefit Consultants. The deal expands its geographic footprint and builds expertise in complex cases and financial modelling.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-employee-benefits-brokerage-craford-15606}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of a California-based employee consulting and benefits brokerage.
Risk Strategies, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of a California-based employee consulting and benefits brokerage.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-expands-employee-benefits-practice-with-new-acquisition-103637.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The founders of a little-known Cincinnati insurance brokerage firm have sold the company after more than three decades. Risk Strategies acquires Cincinnati insurance firm..
The founders of a little-known Cincinnati insurance brokerage firm have sold the company after more than three decades. Risk Strategies acquires Cincinnati insurance firm..
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/06/12/cincinnati-insurance-firm-acquired-by-boston.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Cincinnati Business Courier}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}On the heels of its acquisition of CBG Benefits Group, Inc., Risk Strategies has announced two more acquisitions. On May 22, 2018, the Boston-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm added to its growing Employee Benefits Practice with the acquisition of another Boston-based firm, Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA).
On the heels of its acquisition of CBG Benefits Group, Inc., Risk Strategies has announced two more acquisitions. On May 22, 2018, the Boston-based insurance brokerage and risk management firm added to its growing Employee Benefits Practice with the acquisition of another Boston-based firm, Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA).
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2018/06/12/risk-strategies-june-2018-acquisitions-24046/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Ohio-based Cincinnati Intermediaries LLC, a specialty wholesale brokerage and managing general underwriter (MGU) focused on professional liability.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies, has acquired Ohio-based Cincinnati Intermediaries LLC, a specialty wholesale brokerage and managing general underwriter (MGU) focused on professional liability.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2018/06/04/491209.htm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}The privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Massachusetts-based Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA). CBA has operated since its founding in 1992 and provides outsourced claim auditing services to clients including stop loss carriers, managing general underwriters, reinsurance companies and self-funded employers.
The privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Massachusetts-based Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA). CBA has operated since its founding in 1992 and provides outsourced claim auditing services to clients including stop loss carriers, managing general underwriters, reinsurance companies and self-funded employers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/corporate-benefit-audits-cba-acquired-by-risk-strategies/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA), a firm providing claim outsourcing and audit services to the medical stop loss, managed care and self-funded industries.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of Corporate Benefit Audits (CBA), a firm providing claim outsourcing and audit services to the medical stop loss, managed care and self-funded industries.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/05/23/490094.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Every day we hear of new cyber risks and data breaches. While these issues might seem to be purely a technology problem, a closer look is warranted. What that look will reveal is that the risks faced by high net worth individuals, their families and their businesses demonstrate a broad threat landscape. What's more, that landscape incorporates not just cyber entities but people and processes as well.
Every day we hear of new cyber risks and data breaches. While these issues might seem to be purely a technology problem, a closer look is warranted. What that look will reveal is that the risks faced by high net worth individuals, their families and their businesses demonstrate a broad threat landscape. What's more, that landscape incorporates not just cyber entities but people and processes as well.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=ZSLNbwrn0RY}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Worth Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies continues to grow its employee benefits practice at a brisk pace with the announcement of its third agency acquisition in the past year. The Boston-based firm's latest addition to its roster is the Costello Benefits Group, Inc. also known as CBG Benefits Group, Inc.
Risk Strategies continues to grow its employee benefits practice at a brisk pace with the announcement of its third agency acquisition in the past year. The Boston-based firm's latest addition to its roster is the Costello Benefits Group, Inc. also known as CBG Benefits Group, Inc.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://agencychecklists.com/2018/05/22/risk-strategies-cbg-benefits-woburn-mass-23766/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AgencyChecklists+%28Agency+Checklists%29}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Agency Checklists}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Costello Benefits Group (CBG Benefits Inc.), a full-service employee benefits brokerage firm headquartered in Woburn, Mass. This acquisition is part of a broader strategy for Risk Strategies in the last year, in which it has brought three separate, independent specialty agencies and brokerages into its operations that are focused exclusively on employee health and welfare program challenges.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Costello Benefits Group (CBG Benefits Inc.), a full-service employee benefits brokerage firm headquartered in Woburn, Mass. This acquisition is part of a broader strategy for Risk Strategies in the last year, in which it has brought three separate, independent specialty agencies and brokerages into its operations that are focused exclusively on employee health and welfare program challenges.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/05/17/489466.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Costello Benefits Group (CBG Benefits), a full-service employee benefits brokerage firm headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts. CBG Benefits serves human resources and corporate finance departments, developing and implementing health and welfare benefits programs and workplace wellness programs, as well as assisting with regulatory compliance, employee communication and benefits technology.
National insurance brokerage and risk management firm Risk Strategies has announced the acquisition of Costello Benefits Group (CBG Benefits), a full-service employee benefits brokerage firm headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts. CBG Benefits serves human resources and corporate finance departments, developing and implementing health and welfare benefits programs and workplace wellness programs, as well as assisting with regulatory compliance, employee communication and benefits technology.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/risk-strategies-acquires-massachusetts-employee-benefits-firm-100888.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business }', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Reputation and litigation at stake after millions of fitness enthusiasts get hacked on Under Armour's popular app MyFitnessPal.
Reputation and litigation at stake after millions of fitness enthusiasts get hacked on Under Armour's popular app MyFitnessPal.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/reputation-and-litigation-at-stake-after-millions-of-fitness-enthusiasts-get-hacked-98209.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}With global internet sales of stolen books changing the risk management equation, book dealers look for solutions to protect these antique treasures. Margaret Bussiere, vice president, DeWitt Stern, the fine-arts division of specialty brokerage Risk Strategies shares her input.
With global internet sales of stolen books changing the risk management equation, book dealers look for solutions to protect these antique treasures. Margaret Bussiere, vice president, DeWitt Stern, the fine-arts division of specialty brokerage Risk Strategies shares her input.
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"Awareness of rare books as having a high value has increased, not the actual value of the books themselves. The book market, like the antiques market, is actually depreciating as the buyers are aging out," said Margaret Bussiere, vice president at DeWitt Stern Group, an insurance brokerage and risk management firm in New York City.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.post-gazette.com/ae/books/2018/03/22/rare-books-thieves-Carnegie-Library-Pittsburgh-Beinecke-Library-DeWitt-Stern/stories/201803220033}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Like all areas of business, the recreational and medical cannabis industries need the backing of insurance. However, many insurance companies are steering clear of cannabis risks until legislation becomes more standardized across the US, or the federal government gives the drug the green light.
Like all areas of business, the recreational and medical cannabis industries need the backing of insurance. However, many insurance companies are steering clear of cannabis risks until legislation becomes more standardized across the US, or the federal government gives the drug the green light.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cannabis/averting-the-regulatory-roadblocks-of-insurances-hot-new-product-95014.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business America}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Great personal art collections can kind of sneak up on you. The thrill of finding and adding new pieces can easily overshadow an equally important, but seemingly tedious, aspect of art ownership: ensuring that your collection is fully inventoried, currently valued and adequately covered.
Great personal art collections can kind of sneak up on you. The thrill of finding and adding new pieces can easily overshadow an equally important, but seemingly tedious, aspect of art ownership: ensuring that your collection is fully inventoried, currently valued and adequately covered.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.worth.com/needs-art-collection-appraisal-anyway/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Worth Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has acquired Prosurance Redeker Group, a specialty brokerage serving architects and engineers by providing risk-management consultation and the placement of professional liability and other business insurance coverages.
Risk Strategies has acquired Prosurance Redeker Group, a specialty brokerage serving architects and engineers by providing risk-management consultation and the placement of professional liability and other business insurance coverages.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-acquires-specialty-brokerage-92960.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired New York City-based Prosurance Redeker Group LTD., a specialty brokerage serving architects and engineers.
Risk Strategies, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired New York City-based Prosurance Redeker Group LTD., a specialty brokerage serving architects and engineers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2018/02/22/481280.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}A great broker is not only well-versed in finding the right insurance but can also eloquently explain various coverages and solutions to clients outside the field — no easy task, to be sure. Mary Pontillo, DeWitt Stern's national fine art practice leader, places value in educating her clients on the different types of insurance coverages available to them.
A great broker is not only well-versed in finding the right insurance but can also eloquently explain various coverages and solutions to clients outside the field — no easy task, to be sure. Mary Pontillo, DeWitt Stern's national fine art practice leader, places value in educating her clients on the different types of insurance coverages available to them.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/fine-arts-3/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Stamper has been with Atlass for 17 years. He began his brokerage career in 1986 with World Marine Underwriters in Fort Lauderdale. He joined the Risk Strategies family of companies in May 2016.
Stamper has been with Atlass for 17 years. He began his brokerage career in 1986 with World Marine Underwriters in Fort Lauderdale. He joined the Risk Strategies family of companies in May 2016.
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Insurance brokerage and risk management firm, Risk Strategies has announced the appointment of Scott Stamper as Managing Director (MD), tasked with running the daily operations of the firm as well as assisting with the growth of its recreational and commercial marine unit, Atlass Insurance Group.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/risk-strategies-names-scott-stamper-md-atlass-insurance-group/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Reinsurance News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Scott Stamper as managing director to run day-to-day operations and help guide the growth of Atlass Insurance Group, the company's recreational and commercial marine division.
Risk Strategies, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has appointed Scott Stamper as managing director to run day-to-day operations and help guide the growth of Atlass Insurance Group, the company's recreational and commercial marine division.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2018/02/14/480433.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies has been on a tear buying firms at the rate of roughly one a month in 2017. In addition to BNIA, Risk Strategies recently bought three brokerages with benefit focuses: Boston-based Mosse & Mosse, Tikia Consulting, based near New Orleans; and TSG Financial on Long Island, N.Y.
Risk Strategies has been on a tear buying firms at the rate of roughly one a month in 2017. In addition to BNIA, Risk Strategies recently bought three brokerages with benefit focuses: Boston-based Mosse & Mosse, Tikia Consulting, based near New Orleans; and TSG Financial on Long Island, N.Y.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.employeebenefitadviser.com/news/what-is-driving-strong-m-a-activity-in-the-benefit-brokerage-market}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Employee Benefit Advisor}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, an insurance brokerage and risk management firm in the US, has signed an agreement to offer DirectPath's Advocacy and Transparency Service to its clients.
Risk Strategies Company, an insurance brokerage and risk management firm in the US, has signed an agreement to offer DirectPath's Advocacy and Transparency Service to its clients.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.verdict.co.uk/life-insurance-international/news/risk-strategies-offer-directpaths-advocacy-transparency-service/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Life Insurance International}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}John Greenbaum, national employee benefits practice leader at Risk Strategies Company, says the news is unsurprising to him. "For some time now, employers of all sizes have been struggling on behalf of their employees to deal with a system completely out of alignment with their needs. Costs rise, even as covered services fall, affecting wage growth, worker well-being and business productivity," he says.
John Greenbaum, national employee benefits practice leader at Risk Strategies Company, says the news is unsurprising to him. "For some time now, employers of all sizes have been struggling on behalf of their employees to deal with a system completely out of alignment with their needs. Costs rise, even as covered services fall, affecting wage growth, worker well-being and business productivity," he says.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.plansponsor.com/three-large-companies-take-employee-health-benefits-hands/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Plansponsor.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, a privately broker and risk management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist broker focused on the development of employee benefits plans.
Risk Strategies Company, a privately broker and risk management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist broker focused on the development of employee benefits plans.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-benefits-network-insurance-agency-14448}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance and risk-management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist brokerage with a focus on developing employee benefits plans. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance and risk-management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist brokerage with a focus on developing employee benefits plans. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/risk-management/risk-strategies-company-acquires-ohio-specialist-brokerage-90432.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Co., a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist brokerage focused on the development of employee benefits plans. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies Co., a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired Benefits Network Insurance Agency (BNIA), a specialist brokerage focused on the development of employee benefits plans. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/midwest/2018/01/24/478330.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=5, name='2018', order=7, label='2018'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}If you're ordering something expensive online, make sure it won't sit on a front porch unattended. "Porch theft is a hot new cottage industry," says Bob Courtemanche, a senior director at Risk Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage firm.
If you're ordering something expensive online, make sure it won't sit on a front porch unattended. "Porch theft is a hot new cottage industry," says Bob Courtemanche, a senior director at Risk Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage firm.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/insurance/insure-expensive-gift/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Nerdwallett.com }', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm,has acquired Delmarva Surety.
Risk Strategies Company, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm,has acquired Delmarva Surety.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2017/12/13/around-the-pc-insurance-industry-dec-13-2017?&slreturn=1517923998}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=PropertyCasualty360.com}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Although laws vary by state, the host is usually responsible for damages caused by guests who leave the premises drunk and then get in an accident, warned Bob Courtemanche, national private client practice leader for Risk Strategies Company, an insurance brokerage based in Boston.
Although laws vary by state, the host is usually responsible for damages caused by guests who leave the premises drunk and then get in an accident, warned Bob Courtemanche, national private client practice leader for Risk Strategies Company, an insurance brokerage based in Boston.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.fa-mag.com/news/holiday-risks-for-the-wealthy-36058.html?section=75}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Financial Advisor Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"So many clients don't properly insure the replacement value for their homes, and they don't understand what it would cost to rebuild their home today," said Bob Courtemanche, private client practice leader at insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Co.
"So many clients don't properly insure the replacement value for their homes, and they don't understand what it would cost to rebuild their home today," said Bob Courtemanche, private client practice leader at insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Co.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.wsj.com/articles/check-your-insurance-policy-for-fire-coverage-1508497201}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Wall Street Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}But what does the massive breach mean for the US cyber insurance market? Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber practice leader for insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Company, spoke to Insurance Business and shared some thoughts.
But what does the massive breach mean for the US cyber insurance market? Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber practice leader for insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Company, spoke to Insurance Business and shared some thoughts.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cyber/shortterm-ramifications-for-the-cyber-marketplace-after-equifax-79576.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"While there is significant upside to the utilization of outsourced vendors in managing expense, obtaining a higher level of security and realizing operational efficiencies; the flipside is that organizations lose control and still retain all of the risk."
"While there is significant upside to the utilization of outsourced vendors in managing expense, obtaining a higher level of security and realizing operational efficiencies; the flipside is that organizations lose control and still retain all of the risk."
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.informationweek.com/devops/one-point-the-equifax-breach-drives-home/d/d-id/1329896?}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=InformationWeek}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Typically, premiums don't go up from one hurricane, even a devastating one, according to Mike Christian, CEO of Risk Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm based out of Boston.
Typically, premiums don't go up from one hurricane, even a devastating one, according to Mike Christian, CEO of Risk Strategies Company, a national insurance brokerage and risk management firm based out of Boston.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/spending/articles/2017-09-08/how-the-hurricane-season-will-affect-our-wallets}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=U.S. News & World Report}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Based in Philadelphia, Penn., Cornerstone specializes in medical malpractice insurance for physicians and surgeons. Founded in 2002 and led by its current president, Chris Zuccarini, Cornerstone works with more than 3,000 physicians and surgeons in solo practice and large groups across a variety of specialties including radiology, orthopedics, anesthesia and neurosurgery.
Based in Philadelphia, Penn., Cornerstone specializes in medical malpractice insurance for physicians and surgeons. Founded in 2002 and led by its current president, Chris Zuccarini, Cornerstone works with more than 3,000 physicians and surgeons in solo practice and large groups across a variety of specialties including radiology, orthopedics, anesthesia and neurosurgery.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2017/09/07/463441.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"That clarification needs to happen so people aren't hurt by virtue of joining the private market," said Janet Bordonaro, flood underwriting manager for Flood Advantage Partners, a member of managing general underwriter and wholesale broker Advanced E&S Group, based in Bonita Springs, Florida.
"That clarification needs to happen so people aren't hurt by virtue of joining the private market," said Janet Bordonaro, flood underwriting manager for Flood Advantage Partners, a member of managing general underwriter and wholesale broker Advanced E&S Group, based in Bonita Springs, Florida.
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Flood insurance is in many cases affordable, industry executives say. "People just don't ever think it's going to happen to them," said Janet Bordonaro, flood underwriting manager at the insurer Flood Advantage Partners.
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New York employers should by now be aware that the state passed paid family leave (PFL) legislation in April of 2016. Since then, a second set of draft PFL regulations were set forth and the notice and comment period closed on June 23, which means it's time for local businesses to prepare.
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Sobelman joins as senior vice president, while Genovese will serve as senior strategic consultant. Both will be based in the company's New York offices.}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.captiveinsurancetimes.com/captiveinsurancenews/article.php?article_id=5325}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Captive Insurance Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}
The best-case scenario in some ransomware attacks would be having an incident response plan in place that involves an off-site server back-up that could potentially restore the systems' computers, said Robert Rosenzweig, another cybersecurity expert and national leader of the cyber practice at insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Co.
The best-case scenario in some ransomware attacks would be having an incident response plan in place that involves an off-site server back-up that could potentially restore the systems' computers, said Robert Rosenzweig, another cybersecurity expert and national leader of the cyber practice at insurance brokerage Risk Strategies Co.
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Having worked for some large corporations and been on the end of a number of acquisitions as an employee, Christian decided to start his own firm, setting up Risk Strategies as a risk management consulting firm initially, not a brokerage. That set the tone for what the company has since become – one that takes a "thoughtful, consultative, advisory" approach with its clients, according to its leader.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/from-needing-a-job-to-ceo-70323.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"You have a limited pool of carriers and a large percentage of those have pulled out or severely restricted their underwriting just in the last eight months.
"You have a limited pool of carriers and a large percentage of those have pulled out or severely restricted their underwriting just in the last eight months.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/commercial-auto/commercial-auto-carriers-in-exit-stampede-69615.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}We hear a lot about acquisitions – now more than ever in the current merger market – from the perspective of the buyer company. What we don't always hear is the deal from perspective of the company owners who were bought out.
We hear a lot about acquisitions – now more than ever in the current merger market – from the perspective of the buyer company. What we don't always hear is the deal from perspective of the company owners who were bought out.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/agency-owner-tells-of-difficult-decision-to-sell-up-69225.aspx}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Business}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Private equity-backed US broker Risk Strategies has continued its run of acquisitions with an agreement to buy Brightstone Insurance Services.
Private equity-backed US broker Risk Strategies has continued its run of acquisitions with an agreement to buy Brightstone Insurance Services.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insuranceinsider.com/risk-strategies-continues-build-out-with-brightstone-deal}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurance Insider}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}As the lawyers are deployed and the billable hours accrue, it's timely to examine how those who have responsibility for retirement plan oversight—directors, officers, trustees, plan administrators and human resources personnel—might be surprised to find their personal assets are exposed for investment decisions made by others.
As the lawyers are deployed and the billable hours accrue, it's timely to examine how those who have responsibility for retirement plan oversight—directors, officers, trustees, plan administrators and human resources personnel—might be surprised to find their personal assets are exposed for investment decisions made by others.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.nebhe.org/thejournal/retirement-plan-lawsuits-preparing-for-the-storm/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Retirement Plan Lawsuits: Preparing for the Storm}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}"If there's internet connectivity, and a hacker's only goal [is] system manipulation to cause injury or damage infrastructure, that type of loss would be focused on with cyberinsurance," said Rob Rosenzweig, a vice president and the national cyber-risk practice leader at Risk Strategies Company.
"If there's internet connectivity, and a hacker's only goal [is] system manipulation to cause injury or damage infrastructure, that type of loss would be focused on with cyberinsurance," said Rob Rosenzweig, a vice president and the national cyber-risk practice leader at Risk Strategies Company.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://searchmanufacturingerp.techtarget.com/feature/Why-passing-on-cyber-risk-insurance-could-be-a-big-mistake}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=SearchManufacturingERP}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Allegations of short-selling based on cyber security rumors create a new vulnerability for risk managers.
Allegations of short-selling based on cyber security rumors create a new vulnerability for risk managers.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/wary-bear-raiders/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. has acquired Terrell Insurance Services, an independent insurance agency headquartered in Dallas.
Boston-based Risk Strategies Co. has acquired Terrell Insurance Services, an independent insurance agency headquartered in Dallas.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southcentral/2017/03/28/445846.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article }'}US insurance broker Risk Strategies has acquired Terrell Insurance to expand its Dallas operations, less than a year after entering the Texas market.
US insurance broker Risk Strategies has acquired Terrell Insurance to expand its Dallas operations, less than a year after entering the Texas market.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.intelligentinsurer.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-terrell-insurance-11474}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Intelligent Insurer}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies acquired Terrell Insurance to expand its Dallas operations, less than a year after entering the Texas market.
Risk Strategies acquired Terrell Insurance to expand its Dallas operations, less than a year after entering the Texas market.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insuranceinsider.com/risk-strategies-buys-terrell-agency-in-dallas}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The Insurance Insider}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies Company, said risk managers must take ownership of cyber security.
Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice leader at Risk Strategies Company, said risk managers must take ownership of cyber security.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/the-threat-from-within-2/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Intrigued by the unique world of risk she handles, Risk & Insurance® asked (Risk Strategies Company subsidiary) DeWitt Stern Vice President and 2017 Power Broker® winner Mary Pontillo to tell us more about her love for fine art and why helping to cover risk in the art world means so much to her.
Intrigued by the unique world of risk she handles, Risk & Insurance® asked (Risk Strategies Company subsidiary) DeWitt Stern Vice President and 2017 Power Broker® winner Mary Pontillo to tell us more about her love for fine art and why helping to cover risk in the art world means so much to her.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://riskandinsurance.com/eight-questions-2017-power-broker-mary-pontillo/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Risk & Insurance}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}14 healthcare thought leaders on President Trump's executive order on the ACA. John Greenbaum. National Practice Leader of Employee Benefits of Risk Strategies Company (Boston). "The executive order's references to 'makers of medical devices, products or medications' could lead to the suspension of the medical device tax and the tax on the pharmaceutical industry.
14 healthcare thought leaders on President Trump's executive order on the ACA. John Greenbaum. National Practice Leader of Employee Benefits of Risk Strategies Company (Boston). "The executive order's references to 'makers of medical devices, products or medications' could lead to the suspension of the medical device tax and the tax on the pharmaceutical industry.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-turnarounds-ideas-to-improve-performance/14-healthcare-thought-leaders-on-president-trump-s-executive-order-on-the-aca.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Becker's ASC Review}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired University Health Plans (UHP), a Quincy, Mass., based brokerage firm specializing in student health insurance programs.
Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has acquired University Health Plans (UHP), a Quincy, Mass., based brokerage firm specializing in student health insurance programs.
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The company said the move adds significantly to the company's leading Higher Education Practice group. Terms of the deal were not announced.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.hrmronline.com/news/risk-strategies-acquires-rival-broker-university-health-plans-1454}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Healthcare Risk Management}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Rob Rosenzweig and Uri Gutfreund, of Risk Strategies Company, offer strategies for minimizing the impact of data breaches.
Rob Rosenzweig and Uri Gutfreund, of Risk Strategies Company, offer strategies for minimizing the impact of data breaches.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.newyorklawjournal.com/id=1202775747884/Appointing-a-Cyber-Point-Person-to-Minimize-Impact-of-the-Inevitable?slreturn=20170005130328}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=New York Law Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=6, name='2017', order=8, label='2017'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Hollywood-based Advanced Insurance Underwriters has been acquired by Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, the companies announced Tuesday.
Hollywood-based Advanced Insurance Underwriters has been acquired by Risk Strategies Company, a privately held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, the companies announced Tuesday.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.sun-sentinel.com/business/fl-insurance-agency-acquired-20161220-story.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Sun Sentinel}', 7='{type=option, value={id=7, name='2016', order=9, label='2016'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice lead, Risk Strategies Company Because they've been slower to adopt appropriate safeguards and policies, we will see significantly more breaches impacting middle-market companies.
Rob Rosenzweig, vice president and national cyber risk practice lead, Risk Strategies Company Because they've been slower to adopt appropriate safeguards and policies, we will see significantly more breaches impacting middle-market companies.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.scmagazine.com/gazing-ahead-security-predictions-part-5/article/578983/}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=SC Magazine}', 7='{type=option, value={id=7, name='2016', order=9, label='2016'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}According to a poll of business owners and risk managers, cybersecurity and data privacy are the most concerning business risks, over natural disasters, corporate liability and changing legislation or regulation.
According to a poll of business owners and risk managers, cybersecurity and data privacy are the most concerning business risks, over natural disasters, corporate liability and changing legislation or regulation.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.pbn.com/How-to-manage-data-risk,118667?}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Providence Business News}', 7='{type=option, value={id=7, name='2016', order=9, label='2016'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Q. What type of company is DeWitt Stern, and what do you do there? A. We're a subsidiary of the Risk Strategies Company in Boston. I insure artwork, mostly for galleries, private collections and individual artists.
Q. What type of company is DeWitt Stern, and what do you do there? A. We're a subsidiary of the Risk Strategies Company in Boston. I insure artwork, mostly for galleries, private collections and individual artists.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/30/jobs/antique-teddy-bears-and-an-artists-trash-an-art-dork-in-her-element.html}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=The New York Times}', 7='{type=option, value={id=7, name='2016', order=9, label='2016'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies Company, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has strengthened its employee benefits practice and made its first move to offer wealth management and retirement plan services with the acquisition of Garden City, New York, based TSG Financial. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Risk Strategies Company, a privately held, national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has strengthened its employee benefits practice and made its first move to offer wealth management and retirement plan services with the acquisition of Garden City, New York, based TSG Financial. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
}', 4='{type=string, value=https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2016/10/14/429311.htm}', 5='{type=number, value=1}', 6='{type=string, value=Insurance Journal}', 7='{type=option, value={id=7, name='2016', order=9, label='2016'}}', 8='{type=string, value=Read the article}'}Risk Strategies, a privately-held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of TSG Financial. The move marks the firm's first venture into offering wealth management and retirement plan services as part of its employee benefits practice.
Risk Strategies, a privately-held national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, has announced the acquisition of TSG Financial. The move marks the firm's first venture into offering wealth management and retirement plan services as part of its employee benefits practice.
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