Swiss Insurance Association

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Named "Digital Experience Champion" Award Recipient at Excellence in Insurance, Sponsored by Insurity

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Insurity , a leading provider of cloud-based software for insurance carriers, brokers, and MGAs, recently announced that Swiss Re Corporate Solutions was named "Digital Experience Champion" at Excellence in Insurance.

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  • Insurity , a leading provider of cloud-based software for insurance carriers, brokers, and MGAs, recently announced that Swiss Re Corporate Solutions was named "Digital Experience Champion" at Excellence in Insurance.
  • It recognized the outstanding performances of P&C organizations in categories including exceptional policyholder service, digital transformation, and innovative excellence in data and analytics.
  • Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is the commercial insurance arm of the Swiss Re Group, a global provider of reinsurance, insurance, and other insurance-based forms of risk transfer.
  • Through PULSE, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is demystifying the International Program market, providing a streamlined avenue for clients operating globally," said Chethan Giri, Head Technology Business Platforms at Swiss Re Corporate Solutions.

University of Phoenix Leadership Join UPCEA Webinar on Diversity Fatigue and DE&I in Post SCOTUS Ruling Webinar

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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The webinar explored the concept of "Diversity Fatigue," which encompasses the emotional strain experienced by postsecondary leaders when their institution's DE&I commitment differs from their personal dedication to the cause.

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  • The webinar explored the concept of "Diversity Fatigue," which encompasses the emotional strain experienced by postsecondary leaders when their institution's DE&I commitment differs from their personal dedication to the cause.
  • "University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, and our commitment to serving that population is part of the equation.
  • Earlier this year, she was selected to serve on the UPCEA Board of Directors’ Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Committee for a one-year term.
  • Dr. Underwood earned her Ph.D. in Educational Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Executive Certificate in Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Management from Georgetown University, and Diversity and Inclusion for Human Resources Certification from Cornell University.

The insurability of large-scale cyber risks: The symposium underlines the urgency of sustainably protecting the Swiss economy from major cyber attacks

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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The insurability of large-scale cyber risks: The symposium underlines the urgency of sustainably protecting the Swiss economy from major cyber attacks

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  • The insurability of large-scale cyber risks: The symposium underlines the urgency of sustainably protecting the Swiss economy from major cyber attacks
    Helvetia's first cyber symposium tackles the "The challenges of overcoming the main cyber risks".
  • Enhancing cyber resilience through cooperation between business, government and science as a major locational advantage for Switzerland.
  • With cybercrime becoming one of the central top risks, the insurance gap for major cyber events is growing – both nationally and internationally.
  • Helvetia's "The challenges of overcoming the main cyber risks" symposium on 5 June 2023 aggressively brought this acute problem area into the public eye.

AM Best to Participate at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors’ Global Seminar

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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AM Best Chief Rating Officer Stefan Holzberger will participate in a panel discussion at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) Global Seminar, which will take place June 15-16, 2023, in Seattle.

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  • AM Best Chief Rating Officer Stefan Holzberger will participate in a panel discussion at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) Global Seminar, which will take place June 15-16, 2023, in Seattle.
  • Holzberger’s portion of the panel discussion will explore standard-setting practices and how to assess and respond to market developments.
  • Joining Holzberger will be Jad Ariss, managing director, Geneva Association; Susan Neely, president, Global Federation of Insurance Associations; and Clement Cheung, chair, IAIS Audit and Risk Committee and CEO of Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority.
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Christopher Lewis joins Zurich NA to lead new Excess & Surplus Lines business unit

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America CEO Kristof Terryn announced today that Christopher M. Lewis will join the organization, effective May 16, 2022, as Executive Vice President and Head of a new, standalone business unit dedicated to the Excess & Surplus (E&S) Lines market.

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  • Drawing upon decades of experience in finance and insurance, Lewis will head Zurich NA's standalone E&S unit providing tailored solutions for customers with unique needs.
  • SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America CEO Kristof Terryn announced today that Christopher M. Lewis will join the organization, effective May 16, 2022, as Executive Vice President and Head of a new, standalone business unit dedicated to the Excess & Surplus (E&S) Lines market.
  • Lewis is a member of the American Finance Association, the American Economic Association and the American Risk and Insurance Association.
  • Zurich North America is part of Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich), a leading multi-line insurer serving more than 55 million customers both people and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories.

New Energy Risk Announces the Promotion of Dr. Brentan Alexander to President in Response to Continued Business Acceleration

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- New Energy Risk (NER) , a member of the AXA XL group of companies, announced the promotion of Dr. Brentan Alexander to president.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- New Energy Risk (NER) , a member of the AXA XL group of companies, announced the promotion of Dr. Brentan Alexander to president.
  • On NER's accelerating business momentum, Mr. Dickson remarked, "The future for New Energy Risk is very bright as we both strengthen and expand our business across new sectors and geographies.
  • Tom Hutton, chairman and founder of NER, added, "New Energy Risk is advancing a cleaner future through its performance insurance solutions.
  • Insurance policies are administered through New Energy Risk affiliate Complex Risk and Insurance Associates, LLC, CA License #0I24307.