RPS' Marks: Telematics Proving Its Worth in Transportation Coverage

Jeffrey Marks, transportation program manager, RPS Signature Programs, said connected devices are improving safety and profitability in the transportation sector.

Liberty Mutual's Sharis: Syndicated Risk Gaining Foothold in Program Sector

Tracey Sharis, president, global risk solutions, North America programs, Liberty Mutual, said single-carrier programs dominate, but risk arrangements are evolving. Sharis spoke with AM Best TV at Target Markets' 22th Annual Summit, held in Scottsdale

Amwins' Francavilla: Hybrid Carriers Becoming a Presence in Program Sector

Ben Francavilla, president, Amwins Program Underwriters, said fronting carriers backed by reinsurers are helping to shape the environment for program business.

Zurich's Olson: MGAs Should Distinguish Themselves to Carriers

Denise Olson, head of programs, Zurich North America, said MGAs can demonstrate their quality through assessments and meeting best practices designations. Olson spoke with AM Best TV at Target Markets' 22nd Annual Summit, held in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Xceedance's Kulkarni: Technology Is Only One Part of Digital Transformation

Sachin Kulkarni, senior vice president, Xceedance, said attempts to transform organizations often falter because they don't adequately consider the human element.

Conning's Pitt: MGA Sector on Growth Track to Continue Outpacing P/C Industry

William Pitt, director of research and consulting, Conning, said managing general agents are taking on many functions that insurance carriers once handled exclusively in-house.

In The War on Talent, Program Professionals Believe They Hold the High Ground

Attendees to Target Markets' 22th Annual Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona, believe the sector's entrepreneurial culture and agile nature will better attract incoming insurance talent.

Everspan's LeBlanc: We Link Specialist Knowledge With Reinsurance Support

Claude LeBlanc, CEO of Ambac and Chairman of the Board of Everspan, said the organization typically retains about 20% of the risk it writes. LeBlanc spoke with AM Best TV at Target Markets' 22th Annual Summit, held in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Argo's Ohodnicki: Supporting Talent Means Reaching Beyond Your Own Organization

Leah Ohodnicki, senior vice president, head of specialty programs, Argo Group, said the organization is working across its network to support newer insurance professionals.

Axis' Halfpenny: The Post-Covid Economy Bodes Well for Accident & Health Coverage

David Halfpenny, senior vice president, Axis Capital, said the rebound for the travel, leisure and sports sectors is fueling coverage growth. Halfpenny spoke with AM Best TV at Target Markets' 22th Annual Summit, held in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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