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Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series

The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research

The Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series provides listeners with rich, nuanced conversations that deepen learning and promote the successful completion of Risk & Insurance Education Alliance programs.

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00:34:02

Lets Talk Ethics: Building Trust in the Business of Risk

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/11/07

In this episode of Alliance Insights talks with Krista Glenn, EVP and Chief Claims Officer at Westfield Specialty, to explore how ethics and trust shape the business of risk. Together, they discuss why honesty, transparency, and accountability are essential to restoring confidence in an often-misunderstood industry.From real-world claims examples to the emerging role of AI in decision-making, Noelle and Krista share practical insights on how insurance professionals can create cultures of

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00:42:18

Streamlining Insurance: How Buddy is Powering the...

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2025/10/20

On this episode of Streamlining Insurance, Darren Bloomfield sits down with Charles Merritt, CEO and co-founder of Buddy, an insurtech firm pioneering embedded insurance solutions. With their flagship ION™ engine, Buddy makes it easier than ever for businesses to integrate insurance directly into digital platforms.Charles shares his insights on how embedded insurance is reshaping customer experiences, the role of APIs in modernizing distribution, and what the next wave of innovation looks like in

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01:13:33

Understanding Actuarial Reports and How They Can...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of Alliance Insights, Marsha Linton, National Casualty Analytics Practice Leader at USI Insurance Services, and Tim Wander, CRM faculty member, break down how to understand and apply actuarial reports to drive smarter business decisions. Learn how loss development triangles, projection methods, and ultimate loss selections can help your organization reduce costs, manage reserves, and strengthen communication between actuaries, auditors, and claims teams.Whether you’re a seasoned

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00:31:30

Streamlining Insurance: From Actuarial Science to...

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2025/10/07

In this episode of Streamlining Insurance, Darren speaks with Zhiyu Frank Quan, Ph.D. and Panyi Dong, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign who recently co-authored “Automated Machine Learning in Insurance.” Together, they explore how automation and machine learning are reshaping actuarial science, underwriting, and risk management. We’ll also connect the dots to practical implementation—how insurers can move from academic theory to real-world tools that improve efficiency,

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00:58:52

Workers' Compensation What It Is, Why It Matters, and...

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2025/09/25

In this episode of Alliance Insights, Dr. Claire Musselman dives into the human side of workers’ compensation. From the history of the system to modern challenges, she explains why empathy, communication, and dignity matter in every claim—and how they lead to better outcomes for employees and organizations alike. Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professionaldevelopment, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our

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00:37:08

Streamlining Insurance: Al, Automation, and the...

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/09/18

CyberCube is delivering the world’s leading cyber risk modeling and analytics. With best-in-class data access and advanced multi-disciplinary analytics, the company’s cloud-based platform helps insurance organizations quantify cyber risk to facilitate placing insurance, underwriting cyber risk and managing cyber risk aggregation. CyberCube’s enterprise intelligence layer provides insights on millions of companies globally and includes modeling on thousands of points of technology failure. The

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00:38:11

Producer Playbook: Clients Carriers and Career Growth...

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2025/09/08

In this episode of Alliance Insights, Jonathan Peters (JP) shares his journey into the insurance industry—from his start in finance and music to building a successful career as a producer at South Point Risk. He talks about the impact of earning his CIC designation, the importance of education, building client trust, and how persistence pays off in a hard market. Whether you’re new to insurance or a seasoned professional, JP’s story offers valuable lessons on growth, relationships, and the power of

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00:34:01

Producer Playbook: Clients Carriers and Career Growth

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2025/08/28

Explore the Dynamics Series—a proven program designed to help insurance professionals shift from price-driven conversations to meaningful, value-based sales. Whether you're building a new approach or refining your team's strategy, the Dynamics Series gives you the tools, techniques, and confidence to sell smarter.Start changing your sales culture today—one conversation at a timeFocusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education

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00:38:37

Creating a Value-Focused Sales Culture

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/08/28

Ready to transform your sales culture and lead with value? Explore the Dynamics Series—a proven program designed to help insurance professionals shift from price-driven conversations to meaningful, value-based sales. Whether you're building a new approach or refining your team's strategy, the Dynamics Series gives you the tools, techniques, and confidence to sell smarter.Start changing your sales culture today—browse the Dynamics Course Schedule. Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance

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00:21:46

Building Tomorrow's Insurance Leaders

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/08/28

n this episode of Alliance Insights, Noelle Codispoti interviews Dale Randol, President and CEO of IBC Insurance, about how one agency is transforming the insurance industry — one high school student at a time. Learn how Dale’s team partnered with Laredo ISD to launch a CISR High School Program, offered guaranteed internships, and created real-world opportunities for students to start careers in insurance. If you're passionate about solving the insurance talent gap or curious how your agency can get

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00:22:30

The Value of the Restaurant RiskPRO Certification

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2025/08/07

Become Restaurant RiskPRO CertifiedRegister today and earn your badge in this fast-growing niche.Learn more and sign up now. https://www.riskeducation.org/restaurant-riskpro/Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

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00:19:54

Streamlining Insurance: Fostering Innovation at...

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/07/07

In this episode, Darren Bloomfield sits down with Shannon Spies, Technology Alliance Manager at Guidewire Software, to explore how Guidewire is reshaping the global P&C insurance ecosystem through strategic partnerships, digital transformation, and AI innovation. Shannon shares insights into the Insurtech Vanguard program—an incubator for startups driving real change in the industry—and explains how Guidewire connects carriers with validated, scalable solutions that reduce manual processes and

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00:43:55

Marine Energy & Insurance 101with Connor Jones and...

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/06/27

Both Connor and Angela emphasized the importance of attending the 2025 Houston Marine & Energy Insurance Conference, being held September 21-23 at the Westin Galleria Houston. The conference provides an opportunity to expand professional networks, earn CE credit, and learn more about marine and energy insurance. For more information, see www.houstonmeic.com.Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a

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00:33:43

A Conversation with John Barbagallo about Samba...

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2025/06/27

Interested in contributing to future reports?SambaSafety is currently gathering input from commercial insurers, brokers and fleets on telematics adoption. Take our survey through July 17th to contribute to the next telematics report - your voice matters! Take the Survey: https://sambasafety.surveymonkey.com/r/MRBLH96 Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage,

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00:32:08

Streamlining Insurance: Investing in the Future

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2025/06/04

On this episode of Streamlining Insurance, I sit down with Rahul Daryanani, CFA—an investor with deep experience across venture capital and insurance—to unpack how AI and automation are transforming the industry from the inside out.We dive into:Where VCs are still excited to invest in insurtechThe real-world impact of AI on underwriting, claims, and distributionHow startups should approach building for legacy industriesWhat’s hype vs. what’s real in the automation revolutionWhether you're a founder,

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01:00:01

Hurricane Preparedness: What to do Before, During,...

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2025/05/28

Protect what matters most.Gain confidence in commercial property coverage by enrolling in the CIC Commercial Property course. Identify exposures, apply the latest forms, and deliver smarter coverage solutions.Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

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00:29:43

Streamlining Insurance – Innovation & Resilience

Alliance NOW! Risk & Insurance Podcast Series ·

2025/05/21

We go beyond the surface to talk:How AI and automation are actually transforming insurance workflowsWhat it takes to launch and scale a successful insurance innovation eventWhy Ohio became an unexpected hub for insurtech collaborationThe art of matchmaking the right vendor to the right buyerHow to tap into sponsorships and corporate support without losing authenticityWhether you’re trying to enter the insurtech space, plan a high-impact event, or simply keep up with what’s next in AI and digital

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00:30:07

Streamlining Insurance – Innovation & Resilience

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2025/05/01

In this episode of Streamlining Insurance, host Darren Bloomfield sits down with Nick Coenen and Charles Sybert from Wikifri to explore how innovation and human connection drive success in a rapidly evolving insurance landscape.Nick and Charles—leaders in insurance technology, consulting, and business development—share insights on: How economic uncertainty is reshaping insurer and MGA buying behaviors Why strong relationships still power effective teams (even as technology transforms the

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00:21:24

Alliance Insights: Contractors RiskPRO Faculty

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2025/04/07

Ready to Specialize in Contractors? Take the next step in your professional journey and become a go-to resource for contractor clients. Register now for the Contractors RiskPRO course and earn your certification while gaining real-world tools you can use immediately: https://riskeducation.org/riskpro-contractor/Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning

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00:20:59

From Study Groups to CIC: Brooke Ripple on Earning...

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2025/04/01

Own Your Expertise. Elevate Your Career.The Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation isn’t just a credential—it’s a commitment to excellence, a mark of dedication, and a signal to clients and colleagues that you’re serious about your craft. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your edge, the CIC program empowers you with practical, real-world knowledge taught by seasoned professionals.Join a community of driven insurance leaders who are setting the standard. Your journey to

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