
(Re)thinking insurance
In (Re)thinking insurance we discuss the issues facing P&C, Life, and composite insurers around the globe, as well as exploring the latest tools, techniques and innovations that will help you to re-think insurance.
Latest episodes

Dec 18, 2023 • 30min
Talking Tech special: P&C capital modeling trends
Chris Bird and Charles Carwin join the hosts to discuss trends and themes in P&C capital modeling. They explore the impact of climate change and artificial intelligence, advancements in technology, and the future of insurance practice. The urgency of transitioning to a capital model and the benefits in risk assessment and cost savings are highlighted.

Nov 15, 2023 • 22min
Commercial Lines Market Portfolio Optimization - Underwriting implementation
Experts discuss portfolio management strategies and challenges for commercial line insurers in making informed underwriting decisions. Topics include data analysis, pricing models, communication with brokers, incorporating non-risk factors, monitoring performance, adjusting plans, and utilizing technology for customer service.

Oct 24, 2023 • 24min
Talking Tech special: The future of digital trading and distribution
In this episode, Charlie Samolczyk is joined by Louise Smith and Taffy Jo Mayers to discuss the future of digital trading and distribution.

Oct 19, 2023 • 25min
Reserving transformation practices across Europe
In this episode, Holly Layton is joined by Alessandro Pesci and Friederike Gutjahr to discuss how reserving functions differ across Europe, and what trends and observations they have seen in their respective regions.

Oct 11, 2023 • 13min
Data Science Risk
In this episode, Kartina Tahir Thomson and Pardeep Bassi talk about the risks and challenges an insurer faces when embedding data science into their organisation. They discuss what we are currently observing in the market and what firms should be considering and/or doing when integrating data science, as well as some of the pitfalls that many have run into.

Oct 11, 2023 • 20min
The future of insurance and analytics
Learn about the importance of analytics in the insurance industry and how it can give a competitive edge. Understand the challenges of implementing data science and analytics in insurance. Explore the increased demand for analytics and the importance of governance. Discover the exciting potential of evolving analytics and reflect on its future in 10 years.

Jul 17, 2023 • 25min
Accumulation and Savings — How to provide value for money for both customers and shareholders
Following the introduction of automatic enrollment into workplace pensions in 2012, there has been increasing focus within the UK on delivering value for savers. And with the government’s recent proposals for a common framework for assessing Value for Money (VFM) for Defined Contribution (DC) schemes, developing product and services which help customers to and through retirement has never been more important. In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Hjoerdis Gerke is joined by Phil Tervit and Kris Black to discuss the UK Accumulations and Savings business and why Value for Money in the context of workplace pensions can be beneficial for both customers and shareholders, not only for the UK but also across borders.

Jul 6, 2023 • 26min
Navigating the Florida homeowners’ insurance market
Insurers in the Florida homeowners’ market have had a tough time in recent years. Population booms, economic development, natural disasters and a highly litigious market make it challenging for carriers doing business in the state. In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Ravi Sharma is joined by Klayton Southwood and Trevar Withers to discuss the Florida homeowners’ insurance market, tales of the past, where we’re today and where we’re heading.

Jun 22, 2023 • 22min
Talking Tech special: The importance of building a robust technology ecosystem
In this episode, our host, Charlie Samolcyzk is joined by Andrew Harley and John Heidelberger to discuss the benefits of ecosystems and partnerships within an organisation.

Jun 1, 2023 • 10min
Streamlining Insurance - How SaaS is Enabling Automation
Across the insurance industry, many firms are increasingly looking towards software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to address issues of limited internal resource, as well as to automate and streamline their business processes. In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Ravi Sharma is joined by Kunal Patel and Scott Gibson to explore the benefits of SaaS solutions and how organisations can ensure they gain maximum value from these technologies.