https://simplecast.com Beyond the Risk Westfield Specialty’s underwriting team shows its expertise through its new thought-leadership podcast. Beyond the Risk is a podcast for brokers who want to stay ahead of what’s changing and understand what truly works in the field. Each episode features Westfield Specialty leaders breaking down emerging trends, creative coverage solutions, and real-world scenarios that demonstrate how complex risks are addressed. The conversations are practical, candid, and broker-focused. You’ll come away with thought provoking questions to ask clients, a clearer view of the specialty market, and insights you can put to work immediately. 2026 Westfield Specialty Insurance en Wed, 7 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Wed, 7 Oct 2026 04:00:17 +0000 https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com Beyond the Risk https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/748ca0d2-56fa-423c-8807-519c7b1cbe07/15301ace-e552-4616-9904-6bea4a146ecf/3000x3000/westfield-20show-20art.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com episodic Westfield Specialty’s underwriting team shows its expertise through its new thought-leadership podcast. Beyond the Risk is a podcast for brokers who want to stay ahead of what’s changing and understand what truly works in the field. Each episode features Westfield Specialty leaders breaking down emerging trends, creative coverage solutions, and real-world scenarios that demonstrate how complex risks are addressed. The conversations are practical, candid, and broker-focused. You’ll come away with thought provoking questions to ask clients, a clearer view of the specialty market, and insights you can put to work immediately. Westfield Specialty Insurance false https://feeds.simplecast.com/V_e62Yp0 Westfield Specialty Insurance stories@amazemedialabs.com 07dbecb0-f1a8-49f3-9e56-c326d875963e Navigating Excess Casualty and Environmental Risk The specialty insurance landscape is evolving fast; are you keeping up?

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, join April Brackett as she welcomes Steve Parker and Dennis Willette to unpack the latest trends and challenges in excess casualty and environmental liability coverage. Discover what’s driving tighter capacity, how new risks like PFAS and climate exposures impact underwriting, and why collaboration between product lines is crucial.

Learn how brokers can stay ahead by communicating early, understanding emerging exposures, and aligning with carriers committed to long-term solutions. Whether underwriting massive data centers or navigating stricter environmental regulations, this episode delivers perspectives and advice to help you serve clients better in today’s complex market.

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]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (April Brackett, Steve Parker, Dennis Willette) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-excess-casualty-and-environmental-risk-xnW4j26j The specialty insurance landscape is evolving fast; are you keeping up?

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, join April Brackett as she welcomes Steve Parker and Dennis Willette to unpack the latest trends and challenges in excess casualty and environmental liability coverage. Discover what’s driving tighter capacity, how new risks like PFAS and climate exposures impact underwriting, and why collaboration between product lines is crucial.

Learn how brokers can stay ahead by communicating early, understanding emerging exposures, and aligning with carriers committed to long-term solutions. Whether underwriting massive data centers or navigating stricter environmental regulations, this episode delivers perspectives and advice to help you serve clients better in today’s complex market.

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]]> Navigating Excess Casualty and Environmental Risk April Brackett, Steve Parker, Dennis Willette 00:27:30 Explore rising claims, shrinking capacity, and environmental exposures in specialty insurance and what brokers must know to stay competitive. Explore rising claims, shrinking capacity, and environmental exposures in specialty insurance and what brokers must know to stay competitive. false full 5 b655e515-e765-4b67-a7cf-4ef6450604cf Solving Property Risk in Unpredictable Markets Creative, reliable insurance isn’t just for the standard market. 

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett talks with Andy Hendrix and Alexandra Ulliman about why more property risks are landing outside the admitted space and why ENS (Excess and Surplus) coverage is so essential for brokers and clients facing challenging exposures.

Hear actionable ideas for brokers working with over 100 property markets, what has changed about capacity, placement, and appetite, and why understanding volatility and the source of capital is more important than ever. Andy Hendrix and Alexandra Ulliman discuss why traditional limits are falling short, what buyers must know about CAT models and deductibles, and how underwriters use judgment and new technologies, such as AI, to build responsive solutions.

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]]> Wed, 9 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (April Brackett, Andy Hendrix, Alexandra Ulliman) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/solving-property-risk-in-unpredictable-markets-YsntMIL1 Creative, reliable insurance isn’t just for the standard market. 

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett talks with Andy Hendrix and Alexandra Ulliman about why more property risks are landing outside the admitted space and why ENS (Excess and Surplus) coverage is so essential for brokers and clients facing challenging exposures.

Hear actionable ideas for brokers working with over 100 property markets, what has changed about capacity, placement, and appetite, and why understanding volatility and the source of capital is more important than ever. Andy Hendrix and Alexandra Ulliman discuss why traditional limits are falling short, what buyers must know about CAT models and deductibles, and how underwriters use judgment and new technologies, such as AI, to build responsive solutions.

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]]> Solving Property Risk in Unpredictable Markets April Brackett, Andy Hendrix, Alexandra Ulliman 00:15:15 Find out how brokers and carriers can solve tough property risks, adapt to market volatility, and guide clients to smarter, safer insurance choices. Find out how brokers and carriers can solve tough property risks, adapt to market volatility, and guide clients to smarter, safer insurance choices. false full 4 4eb918d4-fc06-4dbf-8b2e-b44a7c82f733 Navigating Financial Lines & Management Liability Learn how financial lines insurance is adapting to today's complex risks.

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett is joined by Ray Ash and Jan Tourangeau of Westfield Specialty for a deep dive into the fast-changing world of management liability and financial institutions coverage.

From heightened regulatory scrutiny and fintech disruption to the impact of board decisions and market volatility, our experts break down the real forces shaping risk—and how insurance providers, brokers, and boards should respond.

Gain clarity on the underwriting challenges posed by AI, private equity, and digital assets, and hear why carrier stability and smart coverage structuring are more critical than ever.

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]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (April Brackett, Ray Ash, Jan Tourangeau) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-financial-lines-management-liability-c8RfLXKd Learn how financial lines insurance is adapting to today's complex risks.

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett is joined by Ray Ash and Jan Tourangeau of Westfield Specialty for a deep dive into the fast-changing world of management liability and financial institutions coverage.

From heightened regulatory scrutiny and fintech disruption to the impact of board decisions and market volatility, our experts break down the real forces shaping risk—and how insurance providers, brokers, and boards should respond.

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]]> Navigating Financial Lines & Management Liability April Brackett, Ray Ash, Jan Tourangeau 00:26:36 Navigate financial lines, D&O, and emerging risks in specialty insurance. Hear expert insights for brokers and boards. Tune in to Beyond the Risk! Navigate financial lines, D&O, and emerging risks in specialty insurance. Hear expert insights for brokers and boards. Tune in to Beyond the Risk! false full 3 39f41b14-1198-4d60-9dfc-1a912ca041dc Proactive Cyber Risk Strategies for Modern Business Discover how cyber coverage is rapidly evolving and why businesses must adopt proactive strategies to protect critical assets.

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett sits down with Jeff Kulikowski and Christine Dickenson of Westfield Specialty to unpack the new realities of cyber risk. The days of relying on historical loss data are gone. Today’s cyber threats hit faster and smarter than ever, demanding continuous monitoring, real-time threat intelligence, and robust incident response partnerships.

Learn how the cyber insurance market has changed over the past 25 years, why collaboration with brokers and carriers matters so much, and which industries are facing higher stakes. Jeff Kulikowski and Christine Dickenson share what brokers need to know when structuring coverage, the growing importance of aligning with other specialty lines, and how innovations in AI are reshaping the risk landscape.

If you want practical tips to make your business more resilient, hear real-world claim insights, and understand what truly proactive cyber coverage looks like, this is your must-listen episode.

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]]> Wed, 8 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (April Brackett, Jeff Kulikowski, Christine Dickenson) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/proactive-cyber-risk-strategies-for-modern-business-b5oD8oPi Discover how cyber coverage is rapidly evolving and why businesses must adopt proactive strategies to protect critical assets.

In this episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett sits down with Jeff Kulikowski and Christine Dickenson of Westfield Specialty to unpack the new realities of cyber risk. The days of relying on historical loss data are gone. Today’s cyber threats hit faster and smarter than ever, demanding continuous monitoring, real-time threat intelligence, and robust incident response partnerships.

Learn how the cyber insurance market has changed over the past 25 years, why collaboration with brokers and carriers matters so much, and which industries are facing higher stakes. Jeff Kulikowski and Christine Dickenson share what brokers need to know when structuring coverage, the growing importance of aligning with other specialty lines, and how innovations in AI are reshaping the risk landscape.

If you want practical tips to make your business more resilient, hear real-world claim insights, and understand what truly proactive cyber coverage looks like, this is your must-listen episode.

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]]> Proactive Cyber Risk Strategies for Modern Business April Brackett, Jeff Kulikowski, Christine Dickenson 00:30:22 Learn why cyber insurance is shifting to proactive strategies, and how businesses and brokers can tackle modern threats on Beyond the Risk. Learn why cyber insurance is shifting to proactive strategies, and how businesses and brokers can tackle modern threats on Beyond the Risk. false full 2 6ac4c458-d43b-4d6d-ac0f-3dd8049ecd43 How to Innovate and Adapt in Specialty Insurance Discover how specialty insurance is rewriting the rules for risk, growth, and innovation in a changing world.

On this action-packed episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett sits down with Jack Kuhn, President of Westfield Specialty, to unpack what makes specialty insurance so dynamic and why it’s growing faster than ever. From AI-driven exposures to the power of underwriting culture, hear firsthand how creativity and expertise deliver real-world solutions for modern businesses.

You’ll learn how emerging and evolving risks are transforming insurance products, why flexible thinking and relationship-building are non-negotiable, and what steps brokers and risk managers should take to stay ahead. Jack Kuhn also dives into talent strategies and shares insider stories about major growth moves, changing regulations, and what the next five years could hold for the industry.

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]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (April Brackett, Jack Kuhn) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-innovate-and-adapt-in-specialty-insurance-yBc1omS7 Discover how specialty insurance is rewriting the rules for risk, growth, and innovation in a changing world.

On this action-packed episode of Beyond the Risk, April Brackett sits down with Jack Kuhn, President of Westfield Specialty, to unpack what makes specialty insurance so dynamic and why it’s growing faster than ever. From AI-driven exposures to the power of underwriting culture, hear firsthand how creativity and expertise deliver real-world solutions for modern businesses.

You’ll learn how emerging and evolving risks are transforming insurance products, why flexible thinking and relationship-building are non-negotiable, and what steps brokers and risk managers should take to stay ahead. Jack Kuhn also dives into talent strategies and shares insider stories about major growth moves, changing regulations, and what the next five years could hold for the industry.

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]]> How to Innovate and Adapt in Specialty Insurance April Brackett, Jack Kuhn 00:26:07 Learn how specialty insurance is growing fast, tackling new risks, and why creative solutions matter for brokers and businesses alike. Learn how specialty insurance is growing fast, tackling new risks, and why creative solutions matter for brokers and businesses alike. false full 1 e56bd1f8-11f6-4318-a76c-927603a14d54 Beyond the Risk: Perspectives on Specialty Insurance Unlock a new perspective on risk and resilience in the world of specialty insurance. Welcome to Beyond the Risk, Westfield Specialty’s podcast for insurance professionals ready to tackle complex risks with creative thinking and coverage solutions. 

In each episode, our leaders explore emerging specialty market trends, reveal behind-the-scenes stories, and dive deep into the thinking that sets resilient businesses apart. 

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]]> Tue, 9 Jun 2026 15:03:03 +0000 stories@amazemedialabs.com (Westfield Specialty Insurance) https://beyond-the-risk.simplecast.com/episodes/beyond-the-risk-perspectives-on-specialty-insurance-hC_NJjZd Unlock a new perspective on risk and resilience in the world of specialty insurance. Welcome to Beyond the Risk, Westfield Specialty’s podcast for insurance professionals ready to tackle complex risks with creative thinking and coverage solutions. 

In each episode, our leaders explore emerging specialty market trends, reveal behind-the-scenes stories, and dive deep into the thinking that sets resilient businesses apart. 

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]]> Beyond the Risk: Perspectives on Specialty Insurance Westfield Specialty Insurance 00:01:15 Explore specialty insurance trends, creative risk solutions, and real-world insights to help your business tackle complex risks. Subscribe now! Explore specialty insurance trends, creative risk solutions, and real-world insights to help your business tackle complex risks. Subscribe now! false trailer