5 Minute Takes

Marcus Gonzales offers his thoughts on how trends in the US casualty market are making ripples in other markets around the world.

Bertrand Romagne discusses Monte Carlo, the mood of the market going into Baden Baden, and remaining challenges to be addressed by reinsurers.

Glen Manjos offers his thoughts on the cyber insurance market today.

Ashley Heline, AVP Marketing & Producer Management at Argo Group, discusses how the insurance talent shortage creates opportunities for young professionals to step up – and how the resources at Ascend With Argo can help them do just that.

Argo Group’s Alyssa Joubert, VP, Marketing and Distribution, discusses building relationships in hybrid work settings – and shares how Ascend With Argo can help producers and underwriters develop the skills to form meaningful connections.

David Corry, SVP, Head of Argo Environmental, shares advice on exploring specialties in insurance. The industry needs specialists – and Ascend With Argo has resources to help you find your niche.

Mary Henderson talks about rate softening over the last 18 months, and the impact of bank insolvencies on the market.

After five years of double digit growth, the E&S market is thriving. We asked our interviewees if they expect that growth to continue, and if there are any potential pitfalls

Doug Wordekemper offers his thoughts on the current financial lines insurance market.

Connie Germano offers her thoughts on reserve releases, claim inflation, and preparing for casualty catastrophes.

The executive director of the WSIA offers his thoughts on the current state of the E&S market, and the association's annual event's continued future in San Diego.

Danny Kaufman talks about Burns & Wilcox's $100m tech rollout, and AI's potential usefulness for the insurance industry.