IN THE PUBLIC EYE
The "In The Public Eye" newsletter is dedicated to exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's Public Sector leaders.
The July issue of In The Public Eye has arrived! If you have any questions about the articles in this issue or have any other insurance-related questions, please contact us.
FEATURED ARTICLE
Why Schools Must Reset and Reboot When it Comes to Insurance
Insurance Journal
Daniel Howell, Alliant Public Entity, spoke with Insurance Journal about the unique challenges and pressures schools are currently facing. Howell provides insights on how schools, colleges and universities can respond by rethinking their approach to insurance and risk management.
IN THE BROKER'S CORNER
Enhancing Airport Safety: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s New Rule on Safety Management Systems
Alliant
In a continuous effort to enhance airport safety, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a new rule related to Safety Management Systems (SMS). Effective April 24, 2023, the FAA mandates that all airports under its jurisdiction are required to implement and maintain a formalized Safety Management System.
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WORKERS' COMPENSATION
Minimizing the Impact of Workers' Compensation Costs With an Aging Workforce
Alliant
Older workers still make up a large portion of the workforce, and the labor shortage is creating enticing opportunities for those who left employment to return. Effective ergonomics applies to all employees, but its importance magnifies as we age.
CYBER CORNER
Key Takeaways and Actions to Take Now Following the Recent MOVEit Vulnerability
Alliant
David Finz, Alliant Cyber Claims, and CJ Dietzman, Alliant Cyber, discuss the recent MOVEit file transfer vulnerability and provide insights into what this means for managing cyber risk around software. The two also outline key lessons and potential action items clients should strongly consider.
PUBLIC ENTITY
Strengthening Public Entity Protection: Key Actions for Ensuring Public Pool Safety
Great American Insurance Group
If your public entity uses public pools and resources, then attention to detail is needed to help protect swimmers. Organizations can help ensure safety by planning, protecting and responding to events quickly.
COMMERCIAL P&C
Coping with property risk challenges
Business Insurance
Underwriting property risk in years past used to be a relatively straightforward proposition. After determining whether a given property had a catastrophe exposure, underwriters’ next question was likely to be, “Is it a good fire risk?” Today, however, property owners and their insurers have a lot more to take into consideration, as loss drivers are shifting.
TRENDS, TOPICS & VIEWS
Mass Shooting Incidents on the Rise—Impact on Educational Institutions
Alliant
In the first 3 weeks of 2023, there were 39 mass shootings in the United States. As of March 1, 2023, there were a total of 94 incidents in 2023 that meet the Gun Violence Archive’s (GVA) definition of a “mass shooting.”
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ON A PERSONAL NOTE
It's Never Too Early to Talk About Risk with Your Children
Alliant
Parents understand the importance of teaching their children essential life skills, from safe driving to financial literacy, but many might not think to include crucial lessons around risk management.
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EVENTS
Conferences, Speaking Engagements and Webinars
Alliant Public Entity attends and produces various events throughout the year. These events provide our team a chance to meet and network with members of the community, learn and present ideas.
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