We’re delving into the complexities of the UK’s fraud environment, exploring its impact on businesses and the insurance sector. Vanessa is joined by Matt Crabtree, Head of Financial Crime Intelligence & Investigation Strategy at Allianz UK, and Craig Kennedy, Partner and Head of Cyber Consulting at HF. We discuss: The current fraud landscape, including ghost broking The effects of fraud on businesses and consumers How brokers can enhance client resilience against fraud The critical role of incident documentation amidst the surge in ‘crash for cash’ schemes Want to help shape our future episodes? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Leave us a review and share your feedback to help others find the Insurance Tomorrow podcast. And, if you haven’t subscribed yet, tap the follow button to keep up with the latest episodes. Did you know, you can also watch this episode on YouTube? Connect with us on LinkedIn and explore our LinkedIn broker page for more industry updates. For resources, articles, and webinars on business risks and other key topics, visit the Allianz Knowledge Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Skills Shortage: bridging the talent gap
Nicky Johnson, Head of Workforce Change and Productivity at Allianz UK, and Shazia Ejaz, Director of Research at the Recruitment and Employment Confederation join Vanessa to navigate the skills shortage in the UK, what this means for businesses, and the insurance implications. We dive into: How the skills shortage impacts SMEs The implications for insurance costs, including claims costs How workforce planning can help businesses stay resilient The benefits of risk assessments to prevent claims How apprenticeships can help SMEs bring skills into their business Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to rate and review to help others discover the Insurance Tomorrow podcast. And, if you're not subscribed yet, tap the follow button so you don't miss out on the latest insights. For more resources, articles, and webinars on business risks and other key topics, visit the Allianz Knowledge Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Climate change: Building resilience and integrating sustainability
Bethany Thomas, Head of Sustainability at Allianz UK, and Tim Maiden, founder of Green Small Business, join Vanessa to explore how climate risks are impacting businesses, how they can adopt sustainable practices and the key role brokers play. We dive into: How climate change is altering the risk landscape. What risks are becoming more prevalent. Sustainability best practices. How brokers can add value to their clients. Climate events and how brokers can help their clients stay resilient. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to rate and review to help others discover the Insurance Tomorrow podcast. And, if you're not subscribed yet, tap the follow button so you don't miss out on the latest insights. For more resources, articles, and webinars on business risks and other key topics, visit the Allianz Knowledge Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cyber: Navigating the evolving risk landscape
Delvin Tillett, Head of Cyber at Allianz Commercial, and Jake Moore, Global Cybersecurity Advisor at ESET join Vanessa to unravel the cyber risk landscape in the wake of the recent cyber-attacks on leading UK retailers. We delve into: The current cyber risk landscape and how this is impacting SMEs. The role of insurance in tackling these risks. How businesses can address vulnerabilities in their IT systems. What brokers should consider when advising their clients. Emerging cyber risks and how brokers can prepare their clients. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to rate and review to help others discover the Insurance Tomorrow podcast. And, if you're not subscribed yet, tap the follow button so you don't miss out on the latest insights. For more resources, articles, and webinars on business risks and other key topics, visit the Allianz Knowledge Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BIBA 2025: A New Era
Hanna Kam, our chief risk officer, and Graeme Trudgill, chief executive of BIBA, explore the 2025 BIBA conference theme 'A New Era'. Looking ahead to the next 25 years, we discuss: What 'A New Era' means for brokers, insurers and the industry How AI could impact the future of insurance How the role of the regulator might adapt to the changing needs of the industry The risks that should be on every broker’s radar The steps brokers and insurers can take to future-proof their businesses Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to rate and review to help others discover the Insurance Tomorrow podcast. And, if you're not subscribed yet, tap the follow button so you don't miss out on the latest insights. For more resources, articles, and webinars on business risks and other key topics, visit the Allianz Knowledge Centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vanessa Baffoe and an expert panel discuss major global business trends, their impacts on the insurance industry and the challenges they pose to insurance brokers.
At a time when business and technology are constantly changing, which fundamental worldwide shifts will have the greatest impact on businesses, and entire industries? What risks do we need to mitigate against, and which changes offer the most exciting opportunities?
A podcast series by Allianz Insurance. Want to find out more? Visit allianz.co.uk/broker
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