AGCS Podcast

The manufacturing industry is undergoing radical change as business evolves from traditional operations to “smart,” interconnected, data-driven processes and facilities. As manufacturing evolves, so do risks. Mario Kratsch, Vice President for the German American Chamber of Commerce joins the show to discuss the potential problems the manufacturing industry faces when it comes to training and maint...

As a result of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, President Donald Trump finally delivered his second State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress on Feb. 5. Will his legislative priorities have an effect on the global insurance industry? Peter Lefkin, Senior Vice President of Government and External Affairs, checks in with the AGCS Podcast a follow up to an earlier...

Shortage of skilled workforce is one of major climbers in the Allianz Risk Barometer 2019 – breaking into the Top 10 for the first time ever. Tom Varney (Regional Head of the Americas for Allianz Risk Consulting) and Scott Steinmetz (Global Head of MidCorp for Allianz Risk Consulting) discuss the implications of this risk for the insurance industry and look at how the world of recruitment is chang...

After months of campaigning, debating and canvassing, millions of Americans took to the polls to cast their vote for their representatives in the 2018 Midterm election. There's been plenty of speculation over the impact that the election might have on the P&C industry, but has it been overstated? Peter Lefkin, Senior Vice President for Government & External Affairs weighs in on the real world impa...

On this months edition of the Four Questions For series, Ray Scotto the Executive Director at Target Markets Program Administrators Association joins the show. Ray discusses growth in the programs space, how members and carriers view Insurtech, and a few of the details about the upcoming TMPAA Summit in Scottsdale, AZ. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the AGCS Podcast on iTunes: http:...

On September 20, 2017, the strongest storm to hit Puerto Rico in almost a century – Hurricane Maria – made landfall. The results were devastating… almost 3,000 deaths, $1 billion in damage, and the longest power blackout in US history. One year later, we take a look back at Puerto Rico with AGCS’ only full-time employee on the island. Jackie Otero, Senior Claims Adjuster with AGCS, joins the podca...

The Four Questions For podcast series continues as Chad Nitschke, Co-Founder and CEO of Bunker - a venture-backed insurance broker and technology platform. Chad discusses how technology factors into the program administrator's world, where he sees growth for programs and what changes he sees in the near future. Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the AGCS Podcast on iTunes! http://bit.ly/AG...

Shipping is the lifeblood of the global economy, transporting approximately 90% of global trade. There are over 50,000 merchant ships trading internationally, carrying every kind of cargo, so the safety of vessels is critical. Capt. Andrew Kinsey, Senior Marine Risk Consultant - Allianz Risk Consulting, joins the AGCS Podcast to discuss the findings of the sixth annual Safety & Shipping Review, in...

On today's show, Dogan Kaleli, Head of Program Business - North America, is on to discuss technology as an insurance "game changer." Tune in to hear how the use of artificial intelligence can impact claims processing and how insurers and program administrators work together to create a better customer experience.

In the latest of our Four Questions For series; John Colis, President & CEO of Euclid Program Managers joins the show to discuss the future of MGA's and how InsureTech is shaping the industry. Plus, John looks at the M&A market as it pertains to the formation, buying and selling of MGA's. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter: @AGCS_Insurance Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: bit...

Around the world, wildfires are threatening economies and communities. The 2017 wildfire season set records across the globe, hitting California exceptionally hard. Not only did California see the largest wildfire on record (Thomas) but the full year accounted for more than $16 billion in damage. Amoli Patel, Global Head of Agribusiness and Karen Walter, West Zone Agribusiness Executive discuss th...

In the latest of our Four Questions For series; Scott Steinmetz, Global Head of MidCorp within Allianz Risk Consulting (ARC) answers questions around the role of ARC in the program industry and how MGUs are supported. Get a quick overview of program performance and learn how technology is playing a pivotal role for Program Administrators. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter: @AGCS_Insurance Rate,...

Global Head of Project Cargo, Kevin Wolfe, joins the AGCS Podcast to help break down the complexities of the project cargo business, and what puts AGCS in a league of its own. If you have any questions for Kevin or his team, you can reach out via email: Kevin. Wolfe@agcs.allianz.com To suggest a future topic or guest for the podcast, feel free to reach out! Agcs.communications@agcs.allianz.com Mak...

Our next podcast in the "Four Questions For" series will highlight global programs and discuss how technology is advancing the programs space. Paul Schiavone, Global Head of Alternative Risk Transfer, will address these and other topics. How are programs growing on a global scale? How can Alternative Risk Transfer help a Program Administrator? We have global experts and over 200 professionals in N...

Welcome back to the AGCS Podcast! On today's show, we are happy to debut a new podcast series titled, "Four Questions For..." The series will highlight the Programs industry and reveal insights from the many AGCS thought leaders. We have experts around the globe including over 200 in North America dedicated to programs set to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to write in questions for...

Preparedness is crucial to mitigating the risks companies face before, during and after extreme weather events such as hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria – or indeed any other type of disaster. Having a plan to stabilize critical business functions and production, recover losses and continue the revenue stream is key – and it should be stress-tested through tabletop exercises to be the best plan it...

On May 25, 2018 the Global Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) goes into effect across the EU, but when the regulation hits the books... what can businesses expect? Marek Stanislawski, Deputy Global Head of Cyber at AGCS joins the podcast to discuss how businesses can get prepared for the incoming regulation, what effect the GDPR will have on companies both big & small, and how insurance companies c...

The seventh annual Allianz Risk Barometer revealed the top risk as identified by over 1,900 risk experts in over 80 countries to be Business Interruption - for the sixth consecutive year. Coming in at a strong number two, with 40% of the responses, was Cyber Risk. On this podcast, Tom Varney, Regional Manager of the Americas, Allianz Risk Consulting and Emy Donavan, Global Head of Cyber and Tech d...

On this episode of the podcast we sit down with Founder and President of AeronomX, Walter Kraujalis. The moderator of AernomX's Safety Officer Teleconferences, Walter brings questions his listeners have asked and Allianz Aviation experts Tim Thomspon and Dave Watkins are here to answer them! If you have any follow up questions for Dave or Tim, you can reach them via email: Dwatkins@aic-allianz.com...

Christof Bentele, Global Head of Crisis Management is on the podcast discussing the findings of the new Allianz report "Product Recall: Managing The Impact Of The New Risk Landscape". The full report is available for download on our website (agcs.allianz.com) or by following this link: http://bit.ly/RecallReport If you have questions, suggestions, or comments, please feel free to shoot us an email...

Capt. Andrew Kinsey joins the podcast to discuss how the changing world of cyber risk can impact the shipping industry. Learn more in AGCS' 2017 Safety and Shipping Review available for download, here: http://bit.ly/2srfbYJ If you have questions, suggestions, or comments, please feel free to shoot us an email at AGCSCommunication@allianz.com. **We are now on iTunes! You can find the AGCS Podcast v...

Jack Russell, Head of Program sales discusses the evolution of the programs space as well as what the future looks like in the industry ahead of the TMPAA Annual Summit from Oct. 15-16 in Scottsdale Ariz.

The sixth annual Allianz Risk Barometer revealed the top risk as identified by over 1,200 risk experts in over 50 countries to be Business Interruption. On this podcast, Volker Muench, Global Practice Leader, Property IT Communication, and Thomas Varney, Regional Manager Americas, Allianz Risk Consulting, discuss the increasing incidence and uncertainty of non-physical damage business interruption...

While cyber risks and exposures continue to threaten businesses, senior managers find themselves in the line of fire. Emy Donavan, Head of Cyber North America, discusses how companies can protect themselves from cyber threats in this new AGCS Podcast, released in compliment to the recently published report, "D&O Insurance Insights - Management Liability Today: What Executives Need to Know." Downlo...

While cyber risks and exposures continue to threaten businesses, senior managers find themselves in the line of fire. Emy Donavan, Head of Cyber North America, discusses how companies can protect themselves from cyber threats in this new AGCS Podcast, released in compliment to the recently published report, "D&O Insurance Insights - Management Liability Today: What Executives Need to Know." Downlo...