Episode 718: The impact of PFAS - or "forever" - chemicals on human health is a subject of increasing debate with implication for the insurance industry. The widespread presence of the substances has become a focal point of regulatory action and litigation. On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Tim Fletcher, …

Episode 717: The Treasury Department’s Federal Insurance Office recently hosted a roundtable discussion on insurers' use of artificial intelligence. Rachel Jrade-Rice, general counsel for NEXT Insurance, represented the mutual insurance industry at the event. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Jrade-Rice a…

Episode 716: NAMIC and Aon have partnered once again to release the 2024 Mutual Factor report. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Pat Abbe, executive managing director at Aon, and Sarah Schnettler, senior vice president of member experience at NAMIC, about the impact of the past 24-30 months on the mutual …

Episode 715: NAMIC recently attended the Governors’ Highway Safety Association annual meeting where AAA Missouri received the Peter K. O’Rourke award for outstanding roadway safety advocacy. On today’s unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Angie Nelson, vice president of public and government affairs at AAA Missouri, ab…

Episode 714: The Mutual Group is an innovative new insurance platform designed to specifically help mutual insurance carriers improve their operational efficiency. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO at NAMIC, talks with Tim Fleming, CEO at The Mutual Group, about what makes the company unique among mutuals. This episode of NAM…

Episode 713: NAMIC hosted a Congressional briefing to educate lawmakers on the state of electric vehicle markets and the unique aspects of EV technology that impact its insurability. On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC’s Neil Alldredge, CEO of NAMIC, talks with Ryan Mandell, director of claims performance at Mitchell, about the briefing and key considerat…

Episode 712: In the mutual industry’s centuries-old history, insurers have adapted to the ever-changing environment. On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual CEO John Smith about the state of the market and where mutual insurers should be looking for opportunities to grow all while providing a superi…

Episode 711: On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Mike Gerber, president and CEO of Builders Mutual, about the company's creative approach to improve jobsite safety for construction workers and employees. Builders Mutual's Jobs-Site Safety Institute has been recognized as the 2024 overall winner of NAMIC’s A…

Episode 710: On today's Unscripted Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Andy Gerlach, Randolph Mutual manager, about why public service is a vital character trait for mutuals. Read more about Andy Gerlach in the latest edition of NAMIC's IN Magazine.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 709: On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Brian Dix, executive director of the Mutual Insurance Association of Iowa, about severe weather in the Midwest and how the insurance industry is supporting policyholders through these crises.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 708: The insurance industry plays a vital role in our financial security and societal progress. Yet, translating innovative ideas into real impact can be a challenge. On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with Phil Budden, senior lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, about the critical lin…

Episode 707: It’s more important than ever to get politically involved this election year. NAMIC talks with Randa Rawlins, retired president and CEO of Shelter Insurance, about how you can make a difference with state and federal legislators and regulators on behalf of the insurance industry.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 706: Tornadoes have historically peppered the Great Plains states, but scientists now say the destructive storms appear to be shifting east. At least 22 tornadoes have been reported this week between the Plains and Midwest. However, this shifting severe weather trend isn’t the only one insurers are keeping an eye on. On today’s Unscripted… …

Episode 705: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is making it tougher to earn its TOP SAFETY PICK awards this year. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO of NAMIC, talks with David Harkey, president of IIHS, about the challenge for auto manufacturers to offer better protection for backseat passengers and pedestrians.…

Episode 704: On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, president and CEO at NAMIC, talks with Bryan Falchuk, president and CEO at PLRB, to discuss how the industry is navigating the risks and opportunities of using generative AI in insurance.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 703: On today's Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky about changes to the state's unique insurance market during his first year in the role.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 702: The January property reinsurance renewal has set the stage for an interesting year ahead. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Aon’s Brad Melvin and Patrick Abbe about the shifting market dynamics and what we can expect in 2024.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 701: The 2024 legislative season is in full swing. On today’s Unscripted segment, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with the association’s Vice President of State Affairs Jon Schnautz about new bills brewing in legislatures across the country and how they could impact the insurance industry.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 625: On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Jimi Grande, NAMIC senior vice president of federal and political affairs, to recap this year’s congressional accomplishments on behalf of the insurance industry and discuss what’s ahead in 2024.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 624: On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Mark Berven, Nationwide Property & Casualty president and COO, about the new era of risk and how the company is responding to the changing environment affecting all aspects of the insurance industry.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 623: On today's Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Tony Cotto, NAMIC director of auto and underwriting policy, about what insurers should consider as they identify and price emerging EV risks.بقلم NAMIC

Join Melinda Gallegos as she dives into episode 12 of the Flex Your Career Podcast with special guest Jamie Galvez to discuss overcoming the obstacles to achieving professional goals. In this episode we will learn about Jamie's experience and outlook on today's topic as well as hearing about information that could benefit you on your professional j…

Episode 622: On today's Unscripted, Roy Wright, IBHS president and CEO, tells us about the latest wildfire mitigation research and shares how the organization educates homeowners to protect property from severe weather disruptions.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 621: Louisiana appears headed in a new direction when it comes to insurance regulations. On today’s Unscripted, Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president and CEO, talks with Tim Temple, Louisiana insurance commissioner-elect, about his plans to draw more insurance companies to the state's market.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 620: On today's Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Elizabeth Heck, NAMIC chair and president and CEO of Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company, about the broad impact of the association's advocacy efforts and her optimism that the industry will continue to embrace any challenge that comes its way.…

Episode 619: This special episode of Insurance Uncovered takes you inside NAMIC's 128th Annual Convention. Hear from Neil Alldredge, NAMIC president & CEO, about how the association is supporting its membership through as it enters a new era of risk. Plus, Aon's Patrick Abbe shares the latest findings for the all-new Mutual Factor Report.…

Episode 618: With the economic impact of insurance fraud registering a staggering $308.6B every year, the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud conducted a new study seeking to understand consumers’ psychological view of fraud, its criminality, and its impact on their lives. On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with the research author…

Episode 617: Alfa Mutual Insurance Company is this year's overall winner of NAMIC's Award in Innovation. On today's Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Alfa Mutual CEO Jimmy Parnell and Executive Vice President of Operations Tommy Coshatt to learn about the company’s innovative program to develop emerging leaders and enhance company cul…

Episode 616: On today’s Unscripted, we’re bringing you a presentation from NAMIC’s Management Conference where NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge hosted a panel discussion about the current reinsurance market with representatives from Aon, Holborn, Gen Re, and Guy Carpenter. The conversation focuses on solutions for reinsurance capacity - including underwrit…

Episode 615: For the first time, NAMIC and Aon have published a midyear update to the annual Mutual Factor Report. It checks in mutuals at this midway point to reflect on events at the close of the prior year, the challenges that remain for our industry, and the opportunities that lie ahead. On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks wit…

Episode 614: On today's Unscripted, we'll learn about a new partnership that NAMIC has entered into to bring members a new service. You may recall that as part of NAMIC's new strategic framework, one of the goals of the association is to provide a mix of products to members that can help enhance their businesses. So NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge is talk…

Listen as Martin chats with Sonny (Talent Acquisition Specialist) about how to best prepare for an upcoming interview.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Episode 613: NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety President David Harkey about how the organization continuously updates road safety standards to better protect drivers and deter distractions.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 612: On today's Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Gen Re's Kara Raiguel about how the reinsurance market has changed in the first part of 2023 and what companies can do in anticipation of the next renewal cycle.بقلم NAMIC

Let's hear from the contest winners on what it means to Aspire to Grow and what they're doing next.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Episode 611: On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Guy Carpenter’s Mark Hope about how hurricane outcomes have changed over time and other weather trends impacting the industry.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 610: NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with the association's Regional Vice President Caitlin Murray about the 2023 Florida legislative session that included major reforms to significantly reduce litigation abuses and other issues that have raised costs for residents and insurers alike.بقلم NAMIC

Episode 609: NAMIC will soon launch a quarterly Judicial Advocacy Update to inform the membership on the status of first-party litigation, provide updates on amicus activity, and examine issues where law and policy intersect. On today’s Unscripted, NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Andrew Kirkner, the association's general counsel, about some of …

As Professional Development Month comes to a close, hear from none-other than the FLEX Lead, Joni Arnold. Hear how she has grown into the career she was meant for, and all the hard work she continues to put in each day with positivity and enthusiasm! A true leader! You don't want to miss it.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Episode 608: NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Guy Carpenter's Blake Berman and Ariah Tough about an all-new paper that evaluates five new and expanded scenario tests to understand the effects of current market forces on the mutual insurance industry.بقلم NAMIC

What is a personal brand? Why is it important? Listen to Justine Ramsey and John Hammer explain how to grow your personal brand, how to prepare for interviews, important follow-up practices, and how to best network yourself! This short but mighty episode is FULL of important and useful tips!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Listen to our seasonal HR Consultant, Tim Moffitt, and hear how he has continued to grow upwards and outwards within his career. Tim will offer his advice on how you can continue to grow, feel valued, and give back t your company once you have reached your desired role!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Leadership comes in all forms. Listen to Brad and Lydia talk about how they lead from where they are, and how you can show up as a leader no matter what role you play in your company!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

On this episode, Madelyn Mackie talks all ways to activate your career dreams. Listen to hear her inspirational stories on how she got to where she is today, and finally how we all can cultivate our resources to activate our dreams!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Listen to the brilliant Katie Jager explain how she got where she is today in her career! Martin and Katie give us an exceptional episode offering great advice, stories, and knowledge!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

In this episode learn the difference on what it means to be resilient and what it means to thrive! Learn different response tactics including mindfulness when going through challenging situations to come out flourishing and thriving!بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Episode 607: NAMIC CEO Neil Alldredge talks with Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety President Cathy Chase about ways our nation's leaders can take action to end distracted driving.بقلم NAMIC

Learn how to read between the lines with emotional intelligence in the workplace! In this episode you can hear how Natalie and Anicca explain what it means to display emotional intelligence while working remotely, and also learn some tips and tricks on how to avoid burnout.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

Drumroll please...dropping our first ever episode of the FLEX your Career podcast with none other than our Talent Management Specialist Jazmin Gelista! Hear her growth story and what "aspire to grow" means to her on this episode.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group

We're almost in April, and for us, that means Professional Development Month! In this teaser episode, meet Joni Arnold and Norm Perreault and get a sneak peek of what's to come on the "FLEX Your Career" podcast series.بقلم The FLEX Culture Group