HSB's New Ways of Thinking

HSB’s New Ways of Thinking covers timely topics impacting the U.S P&C insurance industry. Each episode will feature a special guest and will provide a unique perspective related to the specific topic.

The next generation's #1 demand in the workplace = Flexibility 04/18/2024

The next generation's #1 demand in the workplace = Flexibility Employment law has evolved over the years and the next generation of workers are demanding one thing – Flexibility. Listen to this quick conversation with Jeff O' and Jack McCalmon who talk about the workplace of today. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241863

Insurance agent influence can build EPLI awareness 03/29/2024

Insurance agent influence can build EPLI awareness Learn about a few key components needed for employment management programs in the workplace. These best practices can help employers maintain a well rounded workplace. Also hear how an insurance agent can be a door opener for evolved employment best practices that can help business owners become more aware of potential risks. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241923

AI in the workplace and the impact to EPLI 03/01/2024

AI in the workplace and the impact to EPLI How can AI impact a business owner from a litigation standpoint? With the rapid interest in AI, there is many different potential risks that could occur from employer AI usage. Unintentional bias, incorrect categorization and more. Listen to this quick episode that talks about the potential risks of AI in the workplace. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241908

Business owners are keeping up with the pace of change in the workplace 02/22/2024

Business owners are keeping up with the pace of change in the workplace How do employers keep up with the pace of change? What is the number one risk to employers in todays environment? How can hiring the right (or wrong) person make all the difference in the world? Listen to this next episode of Jeff O’ and Jack McCalmon discuss the impact of employment practices litigation risks. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241878

EPLI Trends in 2024 01/22/2024

EPLI Trends in 2024 Employment exposures are on the rise. Diversity in the workplace, ADA, Pregnancy Fairness and more.. these are all recent trends that employers are faced and have to find ways to implement inclusion and fairness in the workplace. Listen to this episode of the ongoing EPL trends within the workplace. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241898

All things EPLI – past, present, future. 01/12/2024

All things EPLI – past, present, future. Employment Practices Liability Insurance has been around for over 30 years and Jack McCalmon is an expert in this field as he’s practiced law for years – focusing on employment practices risks. Jeff O’ spends time exploring many different angles of EPLI and the risks that continue to evolve within the workplace. Listen to this short discussion around the history of EPL and how we continue to see this topic evolve in today’s workplace. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/29241833

AI risks and challenges 11/01/2023

AI risks and challenges In this last episode series, Andy Busch continues to talk with Jeff O' about the rapid evolution of AI and discusses the many “unknowns” with where AI could go. Hear from Andy on where he things AI could go and how complex AI can become within our industry. AI has significant challenges but also significant opportunities and Andy provides his thoughts and insights on where AI could go. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/28141520

AI what's the hype? 10/10/2023

AI what's the hype? The AI environment is changing by the minute, and in this podcast episode Futurist Andy Busch and Jeff O' talk about the various AI influences that could impact our landscape. Andy also shares new ways AI can impact our business and share some of the threats and opportunities that may exist. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/28141412

Claims in Action: Alert averts grocer meltdown 10/06/2023

Claims in Action: Alert averts grocer meltdown We’re sensing trouble. A hip, fast growing specialty grocer in South Carolina was meeting heightened demand during a music festival when refrigeration units began to fail. Hear how new technology helped them catch and solve the problem before it caused disaster. This podcast and its contents are intended for illustrative purposes only. HSB does not make or provide any guarantees that the performances of its IoT services will be similar to any future results. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26992125

We can’t ignore extreme weather – its time to act 09/12/2023

We can’t ignore extreme weather – its time to act In this second podcast episode seires, Jeff and Andy talk about all things weather and Andy shares his insights around the importance of ‘climate adaption’ and how this will continue to impact our world. The weather risks will continue to create challenges for our market and we will need to learn new ways to adapt to these changes. Listen now! /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/28022226

Claims in Action: A taxing burglary 09/01/2023

Claims in Action: A taxing burglary Tax season for a small accounting firm became an ongoing nightmare when it was burglarized, and customers’ personal data was stolen. Surprisingly, it was their cyber insurance coverage that helped them resolve what came next. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26992164

More about the future - tech and insurance 08/23/2023

More about the future - tech and insurance Technology provides a great deal of data and can give insights into new and different solutions within the insurance industry. Hear about some of the new and existing things that HSB is doing to continue to evolve the technology and insurance market. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27379656

The world is in chaos and here is why you should care 08/21/2023

The world is in chaos and here is why you should care In this podcast series, economic futurist Andy Busch chats with Jeff O'Shaughnesy to discuss insightful perspectives around the economy, market conditions, AI and everything in between. This is part one of a four eposidoes and you might even want to listen twice! /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27809532

Loss saves are occurring daily 08/17/2023

Loss saves are occurring daily HSB continues to see daily success through loss saves. Listen to some of the impressive stories from our team as we learn about various risks being mitigated and losses being prevented (where possible). /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27379638

Claims in Action: Salon’s EPL policy makes the cut 08/04/2023

Claims in Action: Salon’s EPL policy makes the cut Renee’s salon was buzzing with activity and good spirit when a former employee stunned her with a lawsuit. In this podcast, you’ll learn how following the right employee practices and having EPL coverage can keep owners a cut above. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26992080

It’s not all wine and roses... 07/31/2023

It’s not all wine and roses... Cost continues to be an ongoing challenge as we work with P&C carriers. But the role of the agent is extremely important and we are continuing to learn about the role of the agent as technology and insurance become more closely aligned. Listen to ongoing challenges and opportunities HSB is seeing within technology and insurance. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27379626

Home fires are costly and P&C carriers are taking notice 07/14/2023

Home fires are costly and P&C carriers are taking notice Carriers are waking up and taking notice to the impact and cost of electrical fires to personal lines coverage. While Ting can’t prevent all fires, it can see about 80 - 85% of potential home fires. Hear how Ting continue to provide unique insights within the home and how HSB continues to see ongoing success with the Ting program! /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27379593

Claims in Action: Kickboxer blocks cyberattack 07/07/2023

Claims in Action: Kickboxer blocks cyberattack Fiona’s love of kickboxing made her a popular and well-paid influencer on social media. Hear how cyber insurance helps her fight back when she discovers cybercriminals have taken over all her online accounts, threatening to destroy all she has built. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26991957

Not another billion dollar year! 07/05/2023

Not another billion dollar year! In 2022 there were over 18 separate weather disasters that resulted in over one billion dollars in insurance losses. HSB’s sensor program has proven to alert and minimize risk to policyholders – saving insureds and P&C carries significant dollars. Hear how HSB continues to learn new insights that are bringing useful solutions to other carriers - in an effort to avoid another billion dollar year. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/27379545

Claims in Action: Million-dollar museum save 06/02/2023

Claims in Action: Million-dollar museum save We’re sensing trouble. When water begins leaking above a museum’s vault where millions of dollars of artifacts are stored, you need to move fast. Find out in this podcast what tipped off museum personnel to the leak and its obscure location. This podcast and its contents are intended for illustrative purposes only. HSB does not make or provide any guarantees that the performances of its IoT services will be similar to any future results. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26991837

How SPAN could prevent losses in the home 05/25/2023

How SPAN could prevent losses in the home SPAN has the power to identify potential issues in the home and notify a homeowner before there is a loss or damage done to the home. This is a paradigm shift for homeowners and the insurance industry and is focusing on the predict and prevent mindset. Listen to Colin Law, VP Strategy and Business Development discuss some of the benefits SPAN can bring to a homeowner. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26928291

Electric panels need a re-charge 05/12/2023

Electric panels need a re-charge The home electrical panel hasn't substantially changed in over 70 years, but homeowners continue to add more devices plugging in with a need for an increase of electricity. Additionally, many homeowners are transitioning to solar, EV cars and other environmental friendly technology. This is where SPAN, a San Francisco-based company has reimagined the home electrical panel to prepare homes for electrification reliance and bring a new way of thinking about the home electrical panel to homeowners. Listen in to hear how SPAN is changing the future of homeowners needs. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26823546

Smart home electrification – the future of home power 05/05/2023

Smart home electrification – the future of home power Smart electrical panels are the wave of the future. Colin Law, VP of Strategy and Business Development at SPAN, a San Francisco-based company has reimagined the home electrical panel to prepare homes for electrification reliance related to solar panels, home battery systems, electrical vehicle charging stations, and future home electrical needs. Listen to gain new insights into the new world of homeowner electrical panel market! /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26673894

Equipment tracking and maintenance has been modernized! 04/21/2023

Equipment tracking and maintenance has been modernized! Learn about what HELIXintel has done to modernize equipment and maintenance tracking, bringing it into the 21st century. And with the speed of equipment acceleration plus the amount of new and changing equipment that building owners are dealing with, it’s no surprise this digital platform is transforming the Equipment Breakdown insurance landscape. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26219883

Equipment Breakdown: Value + Savings = less headaches 04/03/2023

Equipment Breakdown: Value + Savings = less headaches HELIXintel finding way to pass on savings and find value in different ways when equipment and replacement parts are needed. Hear how they are making that happen! /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26219829

Equipment logging has gone digital with HELIXintel 03/15/2023

Equipment logging has gone digital with HELIXintel Curious what equipment tracking and small to midsize business owners have in common? Not sure what the manufacturing eco system is and how it can help move facilities managers away from traditional paper and pen processes? Listen to this episode to hear from Jon Dewald, CEO of HELIXintel. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26219787

Equipment Management Simplified! Next gen of building equipment management 03/01/2023

Equipment Management Simplified! Next gen of building equipment management Learn about an exciting HSB partnership with HELIXintel, a digital workspace for building and equipment operators that provides access to an online platform offering the next generation of building equipment, tracking and managing equipment supply needs. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/26219736

Inspectify is enabling the API of the home 02/15/2023

Inspectify is enabling the API of the home Listen in to learn how HSB and Inspectify are partnering together to evolve the needs of a homeowner. Also hear how the future of inpsectify may rapidly change and encourage homeowners to become their own home inspectors? This concept might be closer than you think. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/25776051

Home inspections data and its impact on ESG 02/10/2023

Home inspections data and its impact on ESG Data is gold and the insights you can get from data could unlock new opportunity in different ways. Learn about how Inspetify sees the power of data potentially being leveraged in new and powerful ways. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/25776048

Inspections and Insurance – a perfect marriage 01/30/2023

Inspections and Insurance – a perfect marriage What does inspections and insurance have in common? Listen to this episode where Josh Jensen provides a clear connection between home inspections and the insurance market and how this innovative space continues to evolve for better efficiencies to the consumer and the insurance carrier. /episode/index/show/hsb-podcast/id/25776024

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