Why Your Global Risk Program Needs to Swerve Now with Will Mulé

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Sep 3, 2025

Will Mulé, the Global Solutions Practice Leader at Hub, shares insights from his diverse experiences in Argentina, the UK, and the U.S. He discusses the 'Protect and Swerve' approach to evolving global risks, highlighting how traditional insurance models are struggling. Will explains the rising influence of AI on liability issues and emphasizes the need for cultural intelligence when managing risks across different countries. Learn why knowing your team's locations is crucial and how to effectively navigate local market requirements.

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From Accidental Applicant To Global Lead

Will Mulé fell into global risk because of his multilingual background and early placements on global teams.
He now leads Hub's Global Risk Solutions Practice and coordinates broker networks, policies, and client education.

INSIGHT

Protect And Swerve Philosophy

Protect and Swerve means maintain protective coverage while remaining ready to change strategy as risks evolve.
Global programs must be fluid because what fits today may not fit in months.

INSIGHT

Geo-Political And Cyber Shift

Geopolitical risk and cybersecurity lead the current global risk landscape for many clients.
Local policies are increasingly important as blanket global cyber coverage no longer suffices for higher-risk countries.

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We're coming to you LIVE from Riskworld 2025! In this episode of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, host Jason Reichl sits down with Will Mulé, Global Solutions Practice Leader at Hub, to explore the critical concept of "Protect and Swerve" in today's rapidly evolving global risk landscape. Will brings a unique international perspective, having been born in Argentina, raised in the UK, and now leading global risk strategies in the United States.

Discover why traditional global insurance programs are failing in today's volatile environment, how cultural differences impact risk tolerance across continents, and why AI is fundamentally changing liability from physical risks to cyber threats. Learn practical strategies for managing geopolitical risks, the importance of knowing where your people are at all times, and how to navigate the complex world of local market requirements while maintaining global program efficiency.

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Podcast Host: Jason Reichl

Executive Producer: Don Halliwell

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Intro & Welcome to Risk Management Brick by Brick
[01:47] - Protect and Swerve: The New Global Risk Philosophy
[02:43] - Major Global Risks: Geopolitical Threats and Cyber Evolution
[04:26] - AI Revolution: How Driverless Cars Are Shifting Liability
[06:31] - Strategic Partnerships: Choosing Scalable Risk Partners
[07:32] - Cultural Intelligence: Managing Risk Across Borders
[09:45] - Technology and Innovation: Data Analytics for Risk Tolerance
[11:09] - Risky or Too Risky: Global Risk Decision Game
[14:22] - Industry Advice: Why Insurance Is the Best Career Choice

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