A.m. Best Radio Podcast

Mark McGhiey, senior associate vice president of risk management & client services for Nationwide Insurance, discusses how rising driver anxiety, staffing shortages and underused safety tech are fueling distracted driving risks, and what commercial insurers can do in response.

Adrian Jones, head of underwriting and specialty retail at Acrisure, offers this advice to executives about social media in part two of a two-part interview: Don’t let anybody else do it. He also suggests a regular cadence of posts, since it improves familiarity and that leads to trust, which generates business.

Adrian Jones, head of underwriting and specialty retail at Acrisure, discusses the strategic importance of “being blessed” with data to help insurers improve their performance on multiple fronts, ranging from customer management to improving efficiency in part one of a two part interview.

AM Best Senior Industry Research Analyst Christopher Graham highlights a new Best’s Market Segment Report that finds market uncertainty, evolving technology and tariffs among the factors affecting the directors and officers segment.

Steve Doire, strategic platform and client adviser, Clearwater Analytics, discusses how insurers are shifting to outsourced management and private markets to boost returns, manage risk and meet growing regulatory demands.

Rahul Khanna, global head of marine risk consulting, Allianz Commercial, discusses the sharp drop in vessel losses, the rise of shadow fleets and how geopolitical instability is reshaping maritime risk and global supply chains.

Tim Nunziata, senior vice president of E&O and cyber at Nationwide Insurance, said that when it comes to cyber, each industry has a nuancedthreat landscape that can’t be painted with this broad brush. It’s important for clients and risk managers to find tailored solutions to meet their company’s needs, he said.

Chris Williams, employment practices liability product manager, Travelers Insurance, discusses how rising mental health awareness is increasing workplace discrimination claims and emphasizes the need for employers to update policies, train staff, and consult legal counsel to keep pace.

AM Best Senior Financial Analyst Josie Novak discusses a new Best's Special Report on Florida's property insurance market, which posted its first underwriting profit in nearly a decade.

Jason Kaminsky, CEO, kWh Analytics, discusses how insurers must adapt models and partnerships to address growing risks in the rapidly changing renewable energy sector.

Patrick Foy, senior director of strategic planning, TransUnion, discusses how evolving consumer behavior, generational shifts in homeownership and climate are reshaping insurance strategies in 2025.

Cyber Intelligence 4U CEO Ariel Evans discusses a book she co-authored, Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk, and how third-party cyberrisks are reshaping insurer strategies and risk management approaches.

Matt Sackett, CEO, Doxa Insurance Holdings, shares how actuarial rigor, niche specialization and a forward-looking approach to emerging risks are fueling growth and resilience in today’s competitive MGA landscape.

Chris Hendricks, head of Coalition's incident response, discusses findings from the 2025 Cyber Claims Report, including a drop in ransomware claims, and a surge in business email compromise and funds transfer fraud losses.

Kimberly Landry, associate research director, workplace benefits research, LIMRA and LOMA, discusses the need for greater awareness and education around disability insurance, and how insurers can help protect consumers from unexpected income loss.

In the All Eyes on Economics podcast, Insurance Information Institute Chief Economist and Data Scientist Michel Léonard explores how economics delivers tools that specifically match business needs in today’s uncertain economy.

Melissa Ricco, co-head of Barings’ Structured Credit Investment Team, said that the opportunity in collateralized loan obligations for insurance investors remains compelling.

Dan Byrnes, president and principal at Asset Allocation & Management LLC, said that AAM has built a reputation for delivering customized investment strategies that align with the unique needs of insurers.

Mark Yu, head of Enterprise Capital Strategy at New England Asset Management, said that stress and scenario testing are crucial components of the company’s asset allocation analysis.

Robert Lewis, CEO, INTX Insurance Software, discusses the need for end-to-end policy management systems in property/casualty insurance, and the challenges of legacy software.