Leader's Edge Magazine

Matthew Westhoff, President of Commercial Insurance at QBE North America discusses the latest trends in the admitted and excess and surplus markets.    1. Convective storm activity is leading to opportunities in the E&S market as carriers limit their coverage of secondary perils. 2. The long-term effects of tariffs are still unclear, but brokers and insurers should be prepared to have deeper, more strategic conversations with their clients about affected operations.   3. Brokers and carriers must embrace technology and incoming talent to work more efficiently in preparation for future risks.      🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐐&𝐀 𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐞:  https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/e-e2TMPu     #Insurance #InsuranceTrends #TheCouncil #Tariffs #PartnerContent

👥 Our latest Personal Lines podcast features Edward Cha, Head of Global Insurance at Newfront and Chair of The Council’s International Working Group, discussing his thoughts on the global nature of the insurance brokerage industry, along with the unique problem-solving intricacies of his role.    🎧 Don't miss the episode! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ej6hEykV  #Insurance #InsuranceTrends #TheCouncil #ProblemSolving #InternationalMarkets #GlobalRisk #PersonalLines #RiskManagement

The employee benefits market has changed significantly over the past decade.   Since 2016, it's been reshaped by “Brokerage consolidation, new carrier entrants, point solutions, rising costs, and legislative complexity”, creating both challenges and opportunities, says Lauren Schultz Roth, MBA, president of Avant Specialty Benefits.   🔗 Read the full article here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eEGCv2a8   #EmployeeBenefits #HealthInsurance #InsuranceTrends #InsuranceNews #Insurance #PartnerContent

Climate Change Is Killing Us   As the climate changes, populations will deal with health issues from both heat exposure and its more deadly opposite, excessive cold.   Healthcare costs are expected to grow by billions of dollars in coming years.   Insurers are already offering solutions for this reality, as healthcare systems take separate measures to adapt their operations.   For more information on how this affects the insurance industry, read the full article here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ekE_BMZe   #ClimateChange #Insurance #Healthcare #ClimateCost #LeadersEdge #NatCat 

This is where ideas grow 👇   In just three years, InsurTech NY’s MGA Lab has helped more than 30 digital MGAs to improve their business model as they go to market.   In this way it supports companies that offer carriers and reinsurers an opportunity to research and develop novel business models without spending large amounts of money and to potentially diversify without a wholescale restructuring   🔗 Don't miss this Q&A with David Gritz, Co-Founder and Managing Director, InsurTech NY: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eCAFTw35   #InsurTech #InsuranceInnovation #MGALab #DigitalInsurance #Reinsurance #BusinessGrowth #InsuranceIndustry #Innovation #LeadersEdge #MarketStrategy InsureTech Connect Insurtech Insights Insurance Insider US Insurance Post Insurance Age

How does a medical bill come together? How is a claim adjudicated? How can I reliably predict an employer’s projected healthcare cost?   Ahmed Marmoush, co-founder and CEO of Handl Health, tackles these questions and more in this episode of the Leader’s Edge Podcast. He also shares his journey across multiple countries, what led him to launch the company, and how AI is shaping healthcare.   🎧 Listen now to learn how AI tools can support insurance brokers: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eNZ-XtR5   #Healthcare #Insurance #AI #MedicalBilling #InsurTech #EmployerBenefits #LeadersEdge #Podcast Insurtech Insights InsureTech Connect InsurTech Insurance Post

Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a vital step toward inclusion and equal opportunity.   Yet for families raising children with complex medical needs, the journey remains overwhelming. The emotional and financial toll can deeply impact not just home life, but job performance and long-term career stability.   In this Q&A, Hall Kesmodel, then at Juno highlights why supporting these families is one of the most overlooked areas in employee benefits—and what employers can do to make a difference.   📰 Read more: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/g8EqS4uQ #ADA35 #EmployeeBenefits #CaregiverSupport #HealthEquity #Inclusion #Disability #LeadersEdge #ADA American Bar Association - Commission on Disability Rights

#TBT to a favorite read on Leader's Edge Magazine I still lean on the decision‑making framework shared in https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eDGU8C5m —a powerful tool for any leader truly committed to excellence and inclusivity: ✅ Situational + cost/benefit analysis ✅ Public accountability + ethical vetting ✅ Bias awareness + instinctive action ✅ Always have a backup plan It’s a reminder that sound decisions don’t just come from logic—they come from thoughtful balance and a commitment to what’s right. That’s how we move the needle on DEI—by choosing to lead with intention, fairness, and purpose. #InsuranceLeadership #DEI #DecisionMaking #BrokerageOps #TheCouncil The Council Foundation #Ethical #ThrowBackThursday #Leadership

Outdated systems are costing your agency more than you think.   In this Leader’s Edge podcast episode, Nolan Steenberg of FIRST Insurance Funding breaks down how automating payment processing integration can reduce manual work, improve cash flow, and enhance the client experience.   The future is seamless system integration—know your gaps, pick the right tools, and evaluate wisely.   🎧 Listen now: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eBZhhYTm   #InsurTech #Insurance #DigitalTransformation #InsuranceInnovation #LeadersEdge #FutureOfInsurance #InsurancePodcast #PartnerContent

🚀 $8 Trillion is Powering the Future of U.S. Manufacturing.   Driven by federal incentives and pressure, manufacturers are investing massively in high-tech production in the United States.   Boise, Sacramento, and upstate NY are among the communities rolling out incentives to attract new manufacturing plants — but strong insurance backing is crucial to support this boom.   📰 Explore how "Techufacturing" is reshaping our economy 🔗 Read the article: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eMi67yuF Find out what Aon's Randy Nornes and Marsh McLennan Agency's Shalin Johnson say about the future of U.S. manufacturing.   #Techufacturing #USManufacturing #Innovation #BusinessTrends #Insurance #SupplyChain #LeadersEdge