The Reinsurance Podcast

Hear directly from a reinsurance buyer on the frontlines at Monte Carlo 2023. Will Dove, Head of Ceded Reinsurance at Everest, gives an inside look at navigating the vital reinsurance relationships that make or break an insurance business. Learn what keeps this industry veteran up at night and his outlook on rising risks. EPISODE LINKS: Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamfdove...

Hear from one of reinsurance's most forward-thinking innovators, Chris Parish of Lockton Re. Get Chris' insider perspective on bringing technology transformation to the tradition-steeped reinsurance sector; learn how Lockton Re is delivering on their promise to be "born digital" and what that means for revolutionising outdated processes. EPISODE LINKS: Chris' LinkedIn: https:...

Get the inside story on one of reinsurance's most exciting insurtech startups from founder and CEO Frank Perkins. With exciting news about their recent seed funding round, Frank gives unique insight into building an insurtech from the ground up. Hear how Inari got its start from Frank's home study and grew into a global company of 60+ employees in just 6 years. Learn how Inari is using cut...

Recorded on the Supercede yacht at the 66th edition of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) in Monte Carlo. Get the inside scoop on the lucrative world of Lloyd's reinsurance capital from two industry insiders. Kate Tongue and Robert Flach of Argenta Private Capital give a behind-the-scenes look at how high net-worth individuals and institutional investors can profitably participate as capital b...

This week the guys dive deep into artificial intelligence (AI) and how generative AI is increasingly becoming a concern for enterprise companies as an emerging risk. The episode covers regulation, how AI might be used within re/insurance, and how AI risks might be insured. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://...

Recorded on the Supercede yacht at the 66th edition of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) in Monte Carlo. Jump into the insightful world of Stephen Netherway as he navigates a decade of experiences at the Monte Carlo Rendezvous. Discover how the industry has transformed post-pandemic, the rising relevance of legal perspectives, and the future of technology in law. EPISODE LINKS: Stephen’s LinkedIn...

Recorded on the Supercede yacht at the 66th edition of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) in Monte Carlo. Dive into the captivating world of reinsurance with Forbes McKenzie. Uncover cutting-edge technologies and delve deep into the heart of natural catastrophe management. From the glitz of Monaco's prestigious reinsurance Rendezvous, this exclusive interview promises insights and revelations...

Recorded on the Supercede yacht at the 66th edition of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) in Monte Carlo. Dive into the heart of the reinsurance world with Javier San Basilio, CEO of Mapfre Re! Get insights on industry trends, the future of renewals, and the value of face-to-face interactions in the digital age. EPISODE LINKS: Javier's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javier-san-basilio-3...

In this mini episode the guys reveal some of the findings from the newly released whitepaper focusing on the impact of poor reinsurance data quality.  Get the whitepaper now: https://supercede.com/reinsurance-insights-and-whitepapers/the-reinsurance-data-crisis CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

In this episode Ben & Jerad discuss the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS), a key conference in the world of reinsurance. Hear all about RVS, its importance, and place within the list of reinsurance-led annual events.  CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube....

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q   RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsur...

Dive into the latest episode where Jerad and Ben unpack the ongoing "war on talent." Discover the challenges of attracting top-tier talent to the reinsurance space and learn about the macro-economic impacts driving the industry. From comparing arts degrees to technical skills, to exploring the evolution of the sector.  CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https...

This week the guys explore reputational risk for re/insurance firms and individuals in today's context. We examine the risks and rewards of brand building, reputational products, ESG positioning, known and unknown risks, virtue signalling, defamation, claims payment, and differences between consumer and commercial firms. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://w...

Reinsurance News Roundup - July 2023 Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q   RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podca...

We’re joined this week by deputy news editor at The Insurer, Ryan Hewlett. He helps us understand the landscape of insurance journalism, diving into what makes a good story, how to determine what stories matter in the wider context of the market, and the most important pieces of news right now.  EPISODE LINKS: Ryan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-hewlett/ The Insurer's Company...

We’re joined by Tom Spier to help navigate the July 2023 renewals. Hear insights on how the industry tackled these reinsurance renewals. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q   RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podc...

Expert ex-practitioners of the London Market provide insights into this unique place that’s historical importance to insurance cannot be understated. The guys run through what makes this market special, how it’s been instrumental in connecting capital to insure the uninsurable, and the challenges London and Lloyd’s face when it comes to modernisation. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.superced...

Get insider tips on optimising your reinsurance strategy in this information-packed episode. Learn how to maximise savings through data analysis, build trusted partnerships with reinsurers, and overcome challenges like data latency. Ben & Jerad provide actionable advice on monetising reinsurance, responding to market uncertainty, and leveraging improved data systems to unlock additional capaci...

We’re joined this week by Tom Draper, Head of Insurance at Coalition. Jerad and our guest co-host Tom Spier (who also happens to be Supercede’s in-house cyber expert) discuss how companies in cyber markets can protect against heavy capital demands, responding to market cycles, and the benefits and disadvantages of AI. EPISODE LINKS: Tom's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-draper Coa...

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q   RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsur...

This week the guys run through all things affecting reinsurance spend, including rate increases, hard and soft markets, and how risk profiles have changed due to black swan events. CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q  ...

We’re joined this week by Rosina Smith, CPO at MIS. Jerad and Rosina discuss innovation in the insurance and reinsurance space, how regulation impacts the ability of new products to go to market, and the future of McKenzie within the frame of insurtech. EPISODE LINKS: Rosina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosina-s-56421530/ McKenzie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mckenzie-...

This week’s particularly insightful episode has Jerad & Ben explaining the pains of ceded reinsurance. Our in-house experts dive into the problems surrounding data, working with reinsurance brokers, and the impact of a hardening market. We’ve also invented a new reinsurance game.  CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.supercede.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitt...

In this episode we delve into the rapidly evolving intersection of AI, Generative Pre-training Transformer models (GPT), and their prospective impacts on the reinsurance industry. Discover how these technologies are shifting paradigms, enhancing reliability and pushing the frontiers of underwriting and risk pricing. Our discussions navigate through an AI-influenced future and the transformative ro...

This week we’re lucky to have carbon insurance market experts, Natalia Dorfman, CEO & Co-Founder of Kita, and James Kench, Head of Insurance at Kita. Our guests guide us through the fascinating world of the carbon market, including challenges of underwriting carbon risks, growth in the sector, and new insurance products to meet new needs. EPISODE LINKS: Natalia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...