Leadership & Strategy
A Primer on London’s Former Role Insuring the Atlantic Slave Trade
London is facing up to its role in insuring the slave trade as part of a sweeping global reassessment of history and racism. This reappraisal was triggered by the death of George Floyd, a black man ...
A Mixed Perspective on Lemonade’s Proposed IPO
Lemonade's proposed initial public offering, disclosed earlier in June, has the dubious distinction of being unveiled during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a phenomenon that has roiled the public ...
The Latest Launches From W.R. Berkley and Bold Penguin
W.R. Berkley Corp. member company Berkley One is debuting a Recreational Marine product, along with enhancements in five states. InsurTech startup Bold Penguin added Ohio-based State Automobile ...
Markel International Narrows Focus to Entertainment; COVID-19 Costs to Blame
Markel International, the London-based specialist insurer and division of Markel Corp., has announced its wholesale business will now focus solely on the entertainment book of business within its ...
Lloyd’s Promises Amends for ‘Shameful’ Role in Atlantic Slave Trade
The Lloyd's of London insurance market has apologized for its "shameful" role in the 18th and 19th Century Atlantic slave trade and has agreed to fund charities and organizations promoting ...
Learn to Manage Your Anger
Suppressing your anger could lead to physical and behavioral problems. Instead, learn how to manage it. Yoga may be the perfect solution for exercising while social distancing—and it could improve ...
The Latest Launches From BHSI and Travelers
A division of Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company launched new coverage designed for road trip travelers. The Travelers Companies will begin to offer wildfire mitigation services at no ...
Swedish Example Inspires UK Insurers in Bid to Avoid Coronavirus Biz Income Payouts
Insurers are set to argue against paying out fully on claims made by businesses forced to shut because of the pandemic, saying that shops in Sweden lost money even without a strict lockdown. The ...