INSIDER ON AIR
Welcome to Insider On Air
Our multimedia hub showcasing Insurance Insider webinars, podcasts and video interviews with the biggest names in the (re)insurance industry.
INSIDER ON AIR
Welcome to Insider On Air
Our multimedia hub showcasing Insurance Insider webinars, podcasts and video interviews with the biggest names in the (re)insurance industry.
Video Interviews
In Partnership with
AXIS
Financial lines rates stabilize as middle market growth accelerates: AXIS’ Van Decker
AXIS Global Head of Financial Lines John Van Decker says rate stabilization across D&O and related lines signals a more sustainable market in 2026. He notes expansion opportunities in the middle market and Canada, while pointing to AI‑related exposures, cybersecurity risks and global economic volatility as key factors shaping underwriting strategies in the year ahead.
In Partnership with
AXIS
Looking ahead to 2026, Michael Silas, Head of Global Credit, AXIS, sees mildly positive global growth driven by tech and infrastructure, but says credit sentiment remains cautious and reinsurers must still price to long‑term tail risk.
In Partnership with
Markel
Data and diverse talent redefine portfolio strategy: Markel’s Gadsden
Markel International’s Head of Portfolio Management, Phil Gadsden, says the insurer is expanding its talent search beyond traditional underwriting and actuarial roles to include data scientists, engineers and developers. Gadsden explains how blending technical expertise with creative problem‑solving improves portfolio insights, supports more strategic underwriting and helps Markel stay competitive as data and technology reshape insurance decision‑making.
In Partnership with
AXIS
From data centers to dislocations: Axis’ McKenna on the future of specialty insurance
Michael McKenna, Head of North America Specialty Insurance, AXIS, outlines the key trends shaping the industry as 2025 comes to a close and underscores that talent acquisition and rapid technology integration will be critical for specialty insurance in 2026.
In Partnership with
AXIS
Looking ahead to 2026, Michael Silas, Head of Global Credit, AXIS, sees mildly positive global growth driven by tech and infrastructure, but says credit sentiment remains cautious and reinsurers must still price to long‑term tail risk.
Insider Outlook
In Partnership With
M&A Services
The explosive growth of the E&S market, coupled with higher seller valuations, is driving a steady stream of carrier M&A activity, said Jason Murgio, Principal & CEO and Paul Procops, Vice President, of boutique insurance investment bank Merger & Acquisition Services.
In Partnership with
Allianz
“That’s what we live for,” said Darren Tasker, Head of Construction, North America, Allianz Commercial, emphasizing the deep expertise needed to navigate multi-billion-dollar data center construction projects and deliver tailored, comprehensive insurance coverage.
From cat losses from wildfires and hurricanes to litigation battles to the shifting commercial insurance landscape — these are the stories that defined our industry in the last 12 months.
In celebration of Insurance Insider US Honors Awards, please enjoy our Year in Review video.
In Partnership With
Westfield Specialty
The insurance industry faces fierce competition to replace retiring professionals amid evolving expectations from younger workers. Tony Chimera, Talent Executive, Westfield Specialty, reveals how investing in people and culture drives success in recruiting and retention.
In Partnership With
M&A Services
While volatile stock markets and increased geopolitical strife may have dampened global Mergers & Acquisitions, transactions among brokers remain robust, said M&A Services Inc.’s Managing Director Chris Hughes and Senior Associate Stephen Scales.
In Partnership With
Swiss Re
Insurers are pairing accumulation and exposure management with modeling to navigate natural catastrophes, said Monica Ningen, CEO P&C Reinsurance US, Swiss Re.
In Partnership With
Delos
“Wildfire is a specialist peril," said Kevin Stein, Co-Founder and CEO of Delos, explaining how harnessing data is redefining wildfire risk underwriting.
Webinars
March 18 2026, 11:30 ET/15:30 GMT
Apr 08 2026, 10:30 ET/15:30 GMT
This webinar dives into the latest trends, legal cases and risk management strategies surrounding these next-generation digital liabilities
Join senior market leaders for a forward-looking discussion on performance trends, pricing dynamics, M&A signals and risk appetite across both admitted and E&S segments.
In Partnership with
Moody's
Join Insurance Insider for a free webinar, offered in partnership with Moody’s, at 10:30 EST/15:30 GMT on 22 January
Building on the buzz from our in-person October Insider Progress UK meeting, we’re back with a free follow-up webinar on Tuesday, 11th November 2025 at 15:30 GMT.
In Partnership with
DOCOsoft
Join Insurance Insider, in partnership with DOCOsoft, for a live 60-minute webinar at 10:30 ET/15:30 GMT on 21 January 2026
In Partnership with
M&A Services
Join Insurance Insider, in partnership with M&A Services, for a free webinar at 10:30 EDT/15:30 BST on 9 December
Podcasts
Are data centres really the biggest growth opportunity the insurance industry has ever seen?
Have you ever wondered what goes into launching a new syndicate at Lloyd's?
What is the strategic thinking behind The Fidelis Partnership’s unique business model?
What were the defining moments that shaped the insurance market in 2025?
Behind the Headlines is a fortnightly podcast hosted by Insurance Insider's senior reporter Sam Casey.
Get the inside scoop on the major stories shaping the London market through discussions with the journalists who broke them. Plus, hear from industry professionals on what these developments mean for the (re)insurance sector.
Every other Friday morning, Behind the Headlines will break down the biggest stories of the last two weeks. Sam will discuss these stories with the journalists who broke them: Catrin Shi, Fiona Robertson, Rachel Dalton and the rest of Insurance Insider's award-winning editorial team.
Plus, he will interview the big names from the London market, getting their perspectives on the state of the industry and the latest headlines.