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Do you get overwhelmed with insurance policies? Are you interested in learning about the different types of insurance? On the show, RiskProNet starts the conversation about insurance and risk management. RiskProNet is a network of independent insurance agencies who serve individuals and corporations with extensive industry knowledge. Follow the show to get an in-depth look at insurance and risk assessment. If you want to learn more about RiskProNet, visit their website at riskpronet.com.
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In this episode of Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage, we sit down with Matt Sasso, the new Executive Director of RiskProNet. Matt shares insights from his 40-year career in the insurance industry, his motivations for joining RiskProNet, and his vision for its growth. With experience spanning underwriting, marketing, and business development, Ma…
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In this episode of Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage, we chat with Erik Vandermause from M3 Insurance, who leads the Applied Intelligence team focused on data analytics, digital solutions, and CRM strategies. Erik talks about Broker Pro, a data and insights platform built for brokers, detailing its role in enhancing client outcomes, transformin…
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In this episode of Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage, we sit down with Jill Epstein, the Executive Director of IABCal (Independent Agents & Brokers of California), to discuss the ongoing property insurance challenges in California. Jill provides an in-depth look at how Proposition 103, regulatory delays, and reinsurance costs have shaped the cu…
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In this episode of "Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with Risk ProNet," host Chip Arenchild continues his conversation with Brad Reitzner, Executive Vice President of Property and Casualty at M3 Agency, to discuss the transformative power of specialization. Brad discusses the impact of their Business Assurance Associates program, how they effi…
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In this episode of "Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with Risk ProNet," host Chip Arenchild welcomes Brad Reitzner, Executive Vice President of Property and Casualty at M3 Agency, to discuss the transformative power of specialization. M3 Agency, a top 100 agency with 400 employees across eight offices, has successfully grown organically throug…
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Bridging the Gaps: Young Professionals and Women Working in Insurance with Kelsey Swingle-Robertson
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In this episode of "Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with Risk Pro Net," host Chip Arenchild sits down with Kelsey Swingle-Robertson from Swingle Collins in Dallas, Texas. Kelsey shares her unique journey from working at JP Morgan to joining her family’s insurance agency. She discusses the importance of work ethic, the advantages of commission…
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In this episode of “Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage,” Chip Arenchild welcomes Adam Aguilar from Action Pharmaceutical Consulting to demystify the world of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). With healthcare costs rising, understanding PBMs is more critical than ever. Adam explains what PBMs do, why they impact your health plan costs, and how bu…
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Dive into the world of parametric insurance with Garrett Koehn, President of Executive Lines and Chief Innovation Officer at CRC. In this episode of "Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with RiskProNet," Garrett sheds light on the origins of parametric insurance, its evolution beyond weather-related events, and its growing applications in various…
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Navigating 2024 with Webb Milward – Unveiling Trends, Transaction Value, and the Run vs. Build Mindset
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In this week's episode we are joined by Webb Milward, the Head of Strategic Development at Reagan Consulting. Tune in as we dive into trends to look out for in 2024, the Run vs. Build agency, Screamin’ Mimi’s, and so much more! 00:34 – Episode start and brief guest introduction. 01:23 – Background on Web and what led him to Reagan. 04:36 – What are…
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The Approach to Success When it Comes to Benefits and Communicating Rate Increases to Clients with John Melborn
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In this week's episode we are joined by John Melbon, the benefits division leader at SullivanCurtisMonroe which is located in Southern California. We dive into benefits, alternative funding, what is the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), and more! 00:34 - Episode start and brief guest introduction. 01:37 - What is he seeing and what is he doing in his…
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Bolton Street, Developing Programs, and Program Eligibility with Geraldine DelPrete from SterlingRisk
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In today’s episode we are joined by Geraldine DelPrete, the President of Programs at SterlingRisk. Tune in to learn more about Bolton Street, creating programs, program eligibility, and more! 00:34 - Episode start and guest introduction. 01:23 - What does it mean to create a program and how did they get started creating programs? 04:29 - Diving int…
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Being an employee-centric agency and how that has contributed to CMR’s success with Travis Pearson
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In this week's episode we are joined by Travis Pearson the CEO of CMR Risk and Insurance, Inc. Today we dive into CMR, how they are doing with the current market, why CMR wanted to join RPN, and more! 00:34 - Episode start and guest introduction. What does CMR stand for? 01:51 - Why CMR wanted to join RiskProNet and what was it about RiskProNet tha…
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Unveiling the London Market: Common Perceptions, Misconceptions, and Maximizing on Opportunities with David Price
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In this week's episode we are joined by David Price who is the President and CEO of Fenchurch Broking in London. Today we are going to talk a little bit about the London market, the perceptions and misperceptions of what that market is, how to access, how to utilize a London broker, and so much more! 00:34 - Episode start and guest introduction 01:…
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JKJ's Development of International Business, What it has Grown into Today and more with Bruce White
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In this episode of Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage With RiskProNet, host Chip introduces Bruce White, a Partner at JKJ, who specializes in their international business unit. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of handling insurance for multinational companies, emphasizing the importance of cultural understanding and adjusting to dif…
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JKJ’s Culture, Perpetuation, Investment Strategies, and more with Pat Mullen and Kyle Rogers
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In this episode, we're joined by Pat Mullen and Kyle Rogers from Johnson Kendall & Johnson, Inc., one of our member agencies in Philadelphia. They're here to share their unique approach to perpetuation and maintaining their independence in the insurance industry. JKJ's success is built on a culture of shared ownership, mentorship, and a commitment …
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In today’s episode, Chip is joined by Kim Slager, partner at BHS Insurance. Kim specializes in the public garden space. She is the team leader for the BHS proprietary national public gardens program. Kim has been in the insurance space for a little over 28 years and has been with BHS for 11 years. BHS Insurance has been providing superior service a…
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In today’s episode, Chip is joined by Beth Martin, with the Crane Agency is St. Louis and longtime RiskProNet member. Beth is their cyber security expert and talks about things to pay attention to during the holiday season, and online shopping in general, as it related to cyber and individuals. Crane Agency is one of the oldest independent insuranc…
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In today's episode, Chip is joined by Mac Wesson, the President of Swingle Collins. Mac serves on the agency’s Executive and Finance Committees where he develops and implements long-term business plans. Swingle Collins & Associates is the largest privately owned Insurance agency in Texas, with both national and global reach. They deliver the highes…
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In today's episode, Chip is joined by Jamie Madonna, the Managing Advisor in AHT’s Seattle office. Jamie has extensive expertise in creating innovative insurance solutions primarily for the aviation, manufacturing, and technology industries. He is also a private pilot. As AHT celebrates its 100th anniversary, it has been operating as an employee-ow…
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Why W3's Partnership with Riskpronet is more than a Value-adding Relationship for Business Owners
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Things continue to evolve and grow and it is important to have relationships that can help serve your clients across the country, help you with scale, market knowledge, and everything that you need to compete with the ever-growing increase in aggregators, whilst remaining independently owned. To achieve this, you need partnerships that are going to…
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Active shooting has been a sensitive topic. Mass school shootings as well as other threats of violence have spiked dramatically lately in the country. How can we prepare to manage this risk both corporately as a business and as an Individual? In today's episode, Chip is joined by Ted Hayes, the senior risk manager at M3 Insurance. For the past 29 y…
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Wildfires are creating some serious problems for homeowners. The risk of owning homes in certain states has escalated due to infrastructure and wildfires. Adam and Martha of Moody Insurance Agency based in Colorado are familiar with the woes of ensuring a home in a wildfire zone. Listen to them discuss the state of homeowner’s insurance amidst the …
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What’s the sharing economy? Think Uber. There was a need for transportation and a surplus of drivers. With the sharing economy, there was an opportunity to optimize underutilized assets. Same thing happens in insurance. Kevin Brooks, an agency partner at Johnson Kendall Johnson, discusses how the sharing economy works within the world of insurance.…
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With inflation at its highest since the 1980s, American homeowners are experiencing painful insurance premiums and renewal rates. The cost of building new homes is more than last year. Global supply shortages create surges in construction labor and material costs. As a partner at Johnson Kendall Johnson insurance agency, Kevin Brooks specializes in…
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Since specializing in construction and real estate, M3 Insurance Agency has seen massive company and culture growth. This new direction in the construction industry means learning the ins and outs of general liability contracts for their clients. For Scott Faris, a senior member of the Real Estate and Construction Risk Practice Group at M3 Insuranc…
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On the second of a two-part series, Chip speaks with Charles Comiskey of RiskTech Inc. about business insurance policies or Wraps. The industry has changed rapidly. Tune into this conversation about mitigating risk for large business projects involving contractors and employees. Resources Connect on LinkedIn with Chip Arenchild and Charles Comiskey…
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If you’re running a business or project with multiple employees, this episode is for you. Wrap insurance, an umbrella type policy, provides coverage for general contractors, subcontractors, and individual employees. Learn how you can navigate a wrap policy for your business or project with Charles Comiskey, President of RiskTech, Inc in Houston, Te…
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Cybersecurity is simple. It’s based on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. As Senior Director of Security and Compliance at Pax8, Matt Lee understands the significant measures to keep data protected and secure for your business. Since the internet boom, our ideas about technology and data have changed. So have our cybersecurity policies. …
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Mitigation and risk assessment are increasingly important for businesses in the evolving cyber space. As an insurance consultant, Ryan Smith explains his collaborative efforts with IT and leadership teams to reinforce existing infrastructure and prepare businesses for cyber-attacks. Tune into this episode as Chip Arenchild and Ryan Smith explore ho…
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Insurance agencies are attempting to manage the high volume of cyber-attacks claimed each year. As cryptocurrency increases in popularity, so does the opportunity for individual cybercrime. What happens if the attacker comes back? Can you afford to pay the ransom again? Learn what you need to do to protect yourself and your business in today’s worl…
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Losing customers as a result of a cyber-attack may not be on your radar as a manufacturer or brick and mortar, but should it? Alexandra Bretschneider from RiskProNet Cyber Practice discusses how remote working has put cyber insurance to the forefront for businesses. The cyber world is still very young. Countries are still figuring out the proper le…
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Fires, building collapses, and identity theft. There’s a lot going on the world right now. On this episode, Chip Arenchild interviews Troy Moody of Moody Insurance Agency about the current state of insurance agencies. Chip and Troy talk about the advantages of working with a local insurance broker. This episode covers why having a strategic advisor…
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Buying insurance got you frustrated? Confused? Welcome to the club. Look we get it. Insurance isn’t a one-size fits all process. RiskProNet is here to help you make well-informed insurance decisions. Be empowered. Resources Learn more about RiskProNet check out our website. Follow us on Twitter.Stephen
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