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The Reinsurance Podcast

The Reinsurance Podcastsupercede.com
Navigating the world of reinsurance can feel complex, but it doesn’t have to be dull. Join Jerad Leigh and Ben Rose—co-founders of Supercede and genuine reinsurance nerds enthusiasts—as they unravel the nuances of market dynamics. With industry expertise, they dive into the trends, challenges, and stories shaping the reinsurance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking for a little more knowledge to ensure the glazing over of eyes at parties, tune in for an engaging journey through the world of reinsurance!
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Episodes

Reinsurance News Roundup - May 2023

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:51) RenRe Acquisition of Validus Re (02:...

May 31, 20239 min

#57 - The Evolving Role of Reinsurance Brokers

This week the guys deep dive into the transformation of reinsurance broking due to the impact of technology, how modern reinsurance brokers have become more sophisticated, leveraging data and information to provide better solutions for clients, and the way in which technology will play a crucial role in removing low-value work and enhancing efficiency for brokers (for those savvy enough to take advantage of all the increasingly specialised tools). EPISODE LINKS: https://supercede.com/blog/reinsu...

May 30, 202332 min

#56 - Alternative Risk Transfer: Why, When & How

The guys go deep into alternative risk transfer this week, discussing insurance-linked securities (ILS), cat bonds, and why re/insurers may choose different ways to mitigate risk other than traditional reinsurance deals. This episode is also packed with analogies, including one from ChatGPT! CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0...

May 23, 202334 minEp. 56

#55 - Q&A: Ask Us Anything #4

In our fourth ask us anything episode, the guys answer questions put forth from listeners! We want to thank everyone that sent us their questions. All questions are in the timestamps below. If you'd like your question answered in the next Q&A, send us a message at producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠ CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...

May 16, 202327 min

#54 - Michael Cenzer: Actuarial Expertise, Drivers of Hardening Market Conditions, & Market Trends

We’re missing a co-host this week but that didn’t stop Jerad from having one of the most fascinating and insightful conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. Our special guest, Michael Cenzer, Chief Pricing Actuary at Validus Re, went through the nuances of actuarial pricing, shifting market trends, and the increasing importance of high-quality data. EPISODE LINKS: Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-cenzer-7297693/ Validus Re: https://www.aig.com/home/risk-solutions/aig-r...

May 09, 202353 min

Reinsurance News Roundup - April 2023

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:12) Japanese Renewals (0041) SCOR Growth...

Apr 29, 20234 min

#53 - Navigating Reinsurance Placements: Part 2

This week the guys finish off the placement process series, unravelling the complexities of the post-placement phase. If you haven't already, check out part one: https://supercede.com/podcasts/89 CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsuranc...

Apr 26, 202323 min

Chartered Institute of Insurance Panel Discussion: Reinsurtech in 2023

In this Insurance Institute of London reinsurance webinar , an expert panel navigates new technologies that have emerged in response to the market’s need for reinsurance-specific technology, including specific solutions for risk modelling, outwards data preparation and deal administration, accounting and settlement. Free resource showing key insights & highlights from the panel discussion here: Download PDF MODERATOR Catrin Shi : Award-winning (re)insurance industry journalist and Editor in ...

Apr 19, 202350 min

#52 - Navigating Reinsurance Placements: Part 1

This week the guys take a deep dive into the reinsurance placement process, breaking down each phase and offering expert advice for success. From pre-placement to post-placement (well, almost - that’s what part 2 is for!!), they guide you through the essential steps, offering tips and strategies to help you navigate the complexities of the reinsurance placement process. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https...

Apr 11, 202325 min

Reinsurance News Roundup - March 2023

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:38) Florida Tort Reform (02:21) Reinsure...

Mar 31, 202310 min

#51 - Leveraging Partnerships: The Only Way to Succeed in Reinsurance

Dive into the world of reinsurance partnerships in this latest episode. The guys explore the intricacies of reinsurance transactions, discuss how collaborations can lead to access to new risks, and analyse the 'Uberisation' of the industry. Ben & Jerad also delve into the critical role of technology and data in understanding and pricing risk, as well as the innovations in insurance coverage. Discover the fine balance between partnering and going solo in this rapidly evolving space, while exa...

Mar 27, 202330 min

#50 - Emerging Risks

This week, which includes a totally un-ominous green glow, the guys discuss emerging risk classes. They delve into identifying new risk classes, insurance products designed to meet those needs and their respective life cycles, and consideration for the insurance protection gap. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q R...

Mar 21, 202325 minEp. 50

#49 - Managing Catastrophe Losses Through Reinsurance

A short, punchy episode this week - the guys delve into reinsurance structures for protection against cat losses, the value of reinsurance brokers, and technological innovations in the space. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepod...

Mar 14, 202319 min

#48 - Hard Market Underwriting: Balancing Risk & Return

The reinsurance experts delve into how underwriting changes during hard markets, the potential for real-time responsiveness for premium calculation, and how the quality of data, and new sources of information, will change the way reinsurance operates. The guys start off strong this week with two of our favourite games, Frisk Risk and Price It! CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ ...

Mar 07, 202333 min

Reinsurance News Roundup - February 2023

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:40) Cloud Outage Next Risk Class Primed ...

Feb 28, 20239 min

#47 - Russell Higginbotham: CEO of Swiss Re Solutions & Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) President

This week Jerad and Ben sit down with Russell Higginbotham, CEO of Swiss Re Solutions and President of the CII. They discuss the international nature of the industry, how to successfully manage and progress into leadership positions, and the importance of maintaining professional relationships. EPISODE LINKS: Russell's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-higginbotham-fcii-6a87921/ Swiss Re Solutions' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/reinsurancesolutions-swiss-re/ Swiss Re So...

Feb 28, 202343 min

#46 - The Importance of Relationships in Reinsurance

Relationships within reinsurance are a vital part of the industry, perhaps more so than others. Trust, collaboration, and reputation keep the value chain stable in times of hardening markets. The guys discuss drivers of market behaviour, how and why relationships span decades, and cultural differences in different regions. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www....

Feb 21, 202321 min

#45 - Reinsurtech in 2023: Everything You Need to Know

The experts (/nerds) of reinsurance are back and this week they’re covering everything reinsurtech. They discuss why reinsurance technology is only now becoming a thing, how useful these new platforms are practitioners and the wider value chain, and how reinsurance software is transforming the industry. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...

Feb 14, 202324 min

#44 - Paul Gadsby: Buying Reinsurance

We’re lucky to be joined with Paul Gadsby, Ceded Reinsurance Officer at Chubb now turned consultant for the reinsurtech Supercede platform. The guys run through the importance of relationships, how reinsurance technology and practices have evolved over time, and the importance of structured information via quality data. EPISODE LINKS: Paul's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-gadsby-640b3a25/ CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/com...

Feb 07, 202337 minEp. 43

Reinsurance News Roundup - January 2023

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: cordy@supercede.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:26) $24bn of Underlying Premium Placed Through the Rein...

Jan 31, 20239 min

#43 - Holger Tewes-Kampelmann: CEO of Allianz Re

The second in our ‘On Tour’ episodes in Munich, Ben sits down with Holger, CEO of Allianz Re - the reinsurance arm of the Allianz Group. They discuss large portfolio management, innovations in reinsurance, and the hiring of team members. EPISODE LINKS: Holger's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holger-tewes-kampelmann-746075b6/ Allianz Re: https://www.allianzre.com/ CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https...

Jan 24, 202322 min

#42 - Blockchain in Insurance, Crypto Insurance Protection, & the FTX Collapse

A new topic in an old industry - the brilliant gents sit down this week to discuss all things blockchain, insurance, crypto - and how it can become a protected asset class, plus the infamous FTX collapse involving Sam Bankman-Fried (who failed in freeing everyone from the bank man). CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB...

Jan 17, 202317 min

#41 - Tom Spier: 1/1 Reinsurance Renewals Recap 2023

In our first episode of 2023 we’re joined by Tom Spier to help navigate the choppy waters of January 2023 reinsurance renewals. Listen to insights and strategies for how the industry tackled the toughest renewal season in decades. EPISODE LINKS: Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomspier CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfy...

Jan 10, 202332 min

Reinsurance News Roundup - December 2022

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: cordy@supercede.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:45) Reinsurance Capacity Strained; US Cat Rates to Incr...

Dec 27, 202211 min

#40 - Thorsten Fromhold & Holger Tewes-Kampelmann: Allianz Re, the Current State of the Reinsurance Market, & 2023 Renewals

Ben sits down this week with Allianz Re juggernauts, Thorsten Fromhold, Chief Group Reinsurance Officer, and Holger Tewes-Kampelmann, CEO at Allianz Reinsurance. The three discuss the reinsurance landscape, where things are headed, Allianz Re’s unique advantages, the challenges of buying reinsurance, and the importance of reinsurance data in helping to understand exposure. EPISODE LINKS: Thorsten’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thorsten-fromhold-9b22b5242 Holger’s LinkedIn: https://www.l...

Dec 20, 202227 min

#39 - Q&A: Ask Us Anything #3

Again filming from Munich, Germany and still stuck with a guest co-host that’s twice as handsome but only half as knowledgeable when it comes to reinsurance. This week Cordy fires questions at Ben. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: cordy@supercede.com ...

Dec 13, 202229 minEp. 39

#38 - Cordy Bartlett: Why We Started The Reinsurance Podcast

This week we're filming from Munich, Germany - the first in a short series of 'reinsurance on the road' podcasts. We kick off our first episode with Cordy Bartlett, mastermind behind The Reinsurance Podcast and Head of Growth Marketing for Supercede. Ben and Cordy talk about why there was a need to start such a niche podcast, viewership numbers, what makes the podcast work, and what we have in store for the future. EPISODE LINKS: Cordy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cordybartlett/ Cordy...

Dec 06, 202222 min

Reinsurance News Roundup - November 2022

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzfykcesD0phGaCK7qB09Q RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss Say Hello: cordy@supercede.com OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (01:52) Swiss Re US Inflation Report (04:54) Hannover Re: C...

Nov 29, 202219 min

#37 - Jacob Palmer: Reinsurance in Focus

Jerad & Ben sit down with Jacob Palmer, Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and co-author of the Reinsurance in Focus report. They dive into all things reinsurance in this fascinating and extremely informative episode. EPISODE LINKS: Jacob's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-palmer-664ba430/ BCG's Reinsurance in Focus Report: https://www.bcg.com/publications/2022/global-reinsurers-tsr-performance CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.l...

Nov 15, 202237 min

#36 - How Cedents Can Get More Accurate Reinsurance Pricing

This week Jerad & Ben explain how cedents can get better and more accurate reinsurance pricing from reinsurers. They touch on data accuracy and the speed of which it can be prepared, how to optimise your buying strategy, and how to gain maximum value-add through collaborating with your broker(s). Ben also happens to do an off-the-cuff analogy describing what it’s like to be a cedent in the current climate which is absolutely brilliant. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Website: https://www.supercede.co...

Nov 08, 202231 minEp. 36
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