• Ep 50 - Cyber Risk Is Human: Why High-Tech Alone Won’t Manage the Threat - Ann Irvine
    Nov 21 2024

    High-tech tools alone can’t manage today’s evolving cyber threats—human insight remains essential.

    In this episode, host Anthony Hess welcomes Ann Irvine, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Resilience, who shares why cyber risk management requires more than just the latest tech. Ann explains how Resilience combines technology with hands-on expertise to address complex cyber threats. She emphasizes the value of continuous client partnerships and highlights why a high-touch approach is crucial for mitigating cyber risk in an environment where attackers constantly adapt.


    You’ll learn:

    1. Why human insight is essential to effective cyber risk management, beyond what tech can offer
    2. How data hygiene and diligence in data collection empower informed risk assessments
    3. Why ongoing partnerships create resilience against cyber threats
    4. How cyber insurance policies can drive best practices, ensuring organizations meet critical cybersecurity standards
    5. Why a collective approach to cybersecurity could reduce systemic risks across the industry

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    Get in touch with Ann Irvine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-irvine-b5b39677/

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    Details about Resilience:
    Website: https://www.cyberresilience.com
    Industry: Computer and Network Security
    Company size: 201-500 employees
    Founded: 2016

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: ahess@asceris.com.

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    49 mins
  • Ep. 49 - From Data Breach to System Failure: The Evolving Faces of Cyber Insurance - with Nadia Hoyte
    Nov 7 2024

    When system failures and AI threats collide, cyber insurance must evolve. Explore the shifting conversations redefining the industry.

    In this episode, host Anthony Hess speaks with Nadia Hoyte, National Practice Cyber Leader at USI Insurance Services, who brings over 20 years of expertise in shaping the evolving landscape of the industry. Nadia explores why cyber coverage must break free from traditional insurance models, highlighting the need for industry-specific risk assessments and the urgent evolution of business interruption policies to address emerging digital threats.


    You'll learn:

    1. Why cyber insurance should be treated as a standalone product for more effective risk coverage
    2. The importance of industry-specific risk assessments to tailor cyber insurance policies
    3. How business interruption coverage is evolving to address system failures and third-party risks
    5. How brokers are stepping up their expertise to better serve clients in the cyber insurance space
    6. The dual nature of AI as both a risk and a tool in the future of cyber insurance

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    Get in touch with Nadia Hoyte on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianhoyte/

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    Details about USI Insurance Services:
    Website: https://www.usi.com
    Industry: Insurance
    Company size: 10,001+ employees
    Headquarters: Valhalla, New York
    Founded: 1994

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: ahess@asceris.com.

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    45 mins
  • Ep. 48 - Unlocking Efficiency: How InsurTech Is Streamlining the Cyber Insurance Marketplace - with Jeff Cohen
    Oct 24 2024

    What’s slowing down the cyber insurance marketplace, and how can you stay ahead of the curve? Explore how innovative InsurTech solutions are transforming efficiency and growth.

    In this episode, Jeff Cohen, Senior Vice President at Zywave, discusses the vital role of InsurTech in streamlining the cyber insurance marketplace. The company's leading technology solutions are driving efficiency, unlocking new premium sources, and empowering brokers to better represent cyber coverage. Discover how data-driven strategies and innovative tools are reshaping the landscape for carriers, MGAs, and brokers alike.

    You'll learn:

    1. Actionable steps to eliminate inefficiencies and accelerate marketplace growth
    2. How the evolving marketplace is opening up new cyber premium opportunities
    3. Key strategies for carriers and MGAs to equip brokers with cutting-edge tools and insights

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    Get in touch with Jeff Cohen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreymcohen/

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    Details about Zywave:
    Website: https://www.zywave.com
    Industry: Software Development
    Company size: 501-1,000 employees
    Headquarters: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Founded: 1995

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: ahess@asceris.com.

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    46 mins
  • Ep. 47 - Cyber Insurance in Transition: The Intersection of Technology, Public-Private Collaboration and Reinsurance - with Oliver Brew
    Sep 26 2024

    Discover how cutting-edge reinsurance strategies and public-private collaboration can address the biggest risks in cyber insurance

    In this episode, Oliver Brew, Cyber Practice Leader at Lockton Re, brings 25 years of experience to discuss the evolving cyber insurance landscape. He explores how advancements in technology are shaping the industry, from improving underwriting efficiency to enhancing risk management. The conversation touches on the critical role of public-private partnerships in tackling systemic threats, and how new reinsurance structures are emerging to manage large-scale cyber events. Oliver also shares insights on leadership, team-building, and staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.


    You'll learn:

    1. How technology is being used to refine underwriting and improve risk assessments
    2. The importance of public-private partnerships to handle systemic risks
    3. Trends shaping reinsurance and innovative solutions for large-scale cyber threats
    4. Effective strategies for building and leading multidisciplinary teams in the cyber insurance space
    5. The ongoing challenge of educating clients about the complexities of cyber insurance


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    Get in touch with Oliver Brew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverbrew/

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    Details about Lockton Re:
    Website: https://global.lockton.com/eu/en
    Industry: Insurance
    Company size: 201-500 employees
    Headquarters: New York, United States

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: ahess@asceris.com.

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    41 mins
  • Ep. 46 - De LatAm a Europa: Matices Culturales en Estrategias de Seguros Cibernéticos - con Andrea García-Beltrán
    Jul 18 2024

    ¿Te has preguntado alguna vez cómo difieren las estrategias de seguros cibernéticos entre Bogotá y Berlín? En este episodio de podcast, descubrimos las complejidades culturales que intervienen en los diferentes mercados de seguros cibernéticos.

    Únete a nosotros mientras Andrea García-Beltrán, Socia y Jefa de Cyber Media y Tecnología Europa en Nirvana, comparte sus conocimientos especializados sobre cómo navegar los complejos terrenos de seguros cibernéticos en Latinoamérica y Europa. Ella habla sobre los desafíos y oportunidades únicos en la adaptación de productos de seguros cibernéticos a los contextos culturales y regulatorios de diversos mercados.


    Aprenderás:

    1. Las principales diferencias en seguros cibernéticos entre Latinoamérica y Europa
    2. Cómo las sutilezas culturales influyen en las estrategias de seguros
    3. El enfoque de Andrea en la adaptación de productos de seguros a través de mercados
    4. El papel del liderazgo en contextos de seguros globales
    5. La creciente representación de mujeres en seguros cibernéticos en diferentes mercados

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    Contacta con Andrea en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-garcia-beltran-89742931/

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    Detalles sobre Nirvana:
    Sitio web: nirvana-uw.com
    Industría: Seguros
    Tamaño: 2–10 empleados
    Año de fundación: 2017

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    Sobre el anfitrión Anthony Hess:
    Anthony es un apasionado de los seguros cibernéticos. Es el CEO de Asceris, que apoya a los clientes para responder rápidamente y de manera efectiva a incidentes cibernéticos. Originario de los EE. UU., Anthony ahora vive en Europa con su esposa y dos hijos.

    Contacta con Anthony en LinkedIn: Anthony Hess o por correo electrónico: ahess@asceris.com

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    Este episodio de podcast también está disponible en inglés.

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    ¡Gracias a nuestros amigos de SAWOO por producir este episodio de podcast con nosotros!

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    36 mins
  • Ep. 46 - From LatAm to Europe: Cultural Nuances in Cyber Insurance Strategies - with Andrea García-Beltrán
    Jul 17 2024

    Ever wondered how cyber insurance strategies differ from Bogotá to Berlin? In this episode, we unpack the cultural complexities at play in different cyber insurance markets.

    Join us as Andrea García-Beltrán, Partner and Head of Cyber Media and Tech Europe at Nirvana, shares her expert insights on navigating the complex cyber insurance terrains of Latin America and Europe. She discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in tailoring cyber insurance products to fit the cultural and regulatory landscapes of diverse markets.


    You'll learn:

    1. Key differences in cyber insurance between LatAm and Europe
    2. How cultural nuances influence insurance strategies
    3. Andrea’s approach to product adaptation across markets
    4. The role of leadership in global insurance contexts
    5. The growing representation of women in cyber insurance in different markets

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    Get in touch with Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-garcia-beltran-89742931/

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    Details about Nirvana:
    Website: https://www.nirvana-uw.com
    Industry: Insurance
    Size: 2–10 employees
    Year: 2017

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: ahess@asceris.com

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    49 mins
  • Ep. 45 - Breach Coach Strategies: Achieving Work-Life Balance and Preventing Burnout in High-Stress Cyber Law - with John Loyal
    Jul 3 2024

    From preventing burnout to mastering communication, learn how to navigate the high-stakes world of breach coaching.

    In this episode, John Loyal, Partner and Co-chair of the cyber practice at Cipriani & Werner PC, shares his candid insights into the demanding nature of cyber law, the critical importance of creating a work-life balance, and the strategies he employs to prevent burnout among his team. With a focus on effective communication, John also delves into the vital role of preparedness and education for insureds.


    You'll learn:

    1. The necessity of maintaining a work-life balance in cyber law
    2. How leaders can help their team prevent burnout and manage stress in a high-stakes environment
    3. Key communication techniques for managing stakeholders during cyber incidents
    4. The role of pre-mitigation services and education in enhancing cyber incident response

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    Get in touch with John Loyal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-loyal-66952512/


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    Details about Cipriani & Werner PC:
    Website: https://www.c-wlaw.com
    Industry: Law Practice
    Size: 201-500 employees
    Year: 1985

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony Hess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    46 mins
  • Ep. 44 - AI, Quantum Computing, and Cyber Insurance: Transforming Underwriting and Claims - with Keith Bergin
    Jun 20 2024

    AI and quantum computing are revolutionizing underwriting and claims handling.

    In this episode, Keith Bergin, Vice President of Corporate Claims at Tokio Marine HCC, shares his insights on the transformative impact of AI and quantum computing, emphasizing the crucial role of data in understanding systemic risks and improving underwriting practices. He contrasts traditional and modern claims handling, showcasing how innovative models like Tokio Marine HCC’s bifurcated approach enhance cost management and client relationships.


    You'll learn:

    1. Key trends shaping risk transfer in cyber insurance
    2. The benefits of modern, integrated claims handling approaches
    3. How AI and quantum computing are revolutionizing underwriting
    4. The importance of data in managing emerging risks
    5. Strategies for improving cyber insurance coverage and perception

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    Get in touch with Keith Bergin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-d-bergin/

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    Details about Tokio Marine HCC:
    Website: https://www.tmhcc.com
    Industry: Insurance
    Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

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    About the host Anthony Hess:
    Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, which supports clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Originally from the US, Anthony now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.

    Get in touch with Anthony Hess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/

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    Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

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    44 mins