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With an undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and an MBA from Emory University, Jonathan has dedicated his 11-year career to top insurance brokerages, even experiencing life and work in Austria during his studies. He excels at brokering insurance solutions for technology, fintech, financial institutions, and private equity sectors. A passionate University of Georgia football fan, Jonathan also channels his energy into mentorship, entrepreneurship, and economics. His team-centric approach and commitment to community service make him an invaluable resource and a go-to for client support.

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ftx_bankruptcy

November 14 • Thought Leadership

Crypto Crash: FTX Files for Bankruptcy — Here’s What We Know

FTX filed for bankruptcy. SBF is in hot water. Investors and stakeholders are seeing red. Ponzi is now a four-letter word. What’s next? Let’s review this crypto crash through our risk management lens.

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September 1 • Growth • Risk Management

Funding Trends Digital Health Companies Should Know

Digital health companies catapulted to the forefront of the US healthcare system during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the funding trends keeping the momentum going and what you should know to prep for the future.

cyber-liability-premiums

August 29 • Cyber Liability

To Understand Cyber Liability Premiums, Let’s Talk About Hurricanes

Cyber liability insurance premiums are rising, and company leaders struggle to keep up with the increase — but why is this happening? Let’s talk about the “hurricane effect” and what to expect in the future.

June 13 • Cyber Liability

Ransomware Defense — 5 Tips to Protect Your Business

With cyber attacks on the rise for technology and late-stage companies, it’s up to risk management teams to build fortifying ransomware defense — here’s how.

dark-patterns-data-protection

March 22 • Cyber Liability

How “Dark Patterns” Impact Data Protection

Dark patterns are everywhere, from confusing ecommerce checkouts to unsubscribe links — and they impact data protection. Let’s talk about it.

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February 15 • EPLI

EPL Insurance Pricing Trends for 2022

EPL insurance has experienced much activity recently — but how will it impact the future? Let’s take a close-up look for 2022.

cloud_outages_downtime

December 16 • Cyber Liability

How Insurance Can Limit the Impact of Cloud Outages & Downtime

Cloud outages can cause devastating downtime, resulting in business interruption and loss — but we have a solution for this issue.

cyber liability_crime_insurance

October 12 • Crime Insurance • Cyber Liability

What’s the Difference Between Crime and Cyber Insurance?

Plenty of overlap occurs between crime and cyber liability insurance. Let’s review the similarities and differences in these policies for startups, or even small business or mid-market company.

cyber-liability-insurance

August 31 • Cyber Liability

Cyber Liability Insurance Guide

Cyber liability insurance can seem confusing — but it doesn’t have to be. Here are several crucial cyber coverage guidelines for startups and technology companies.

MSP insurance

August 30 • Cyber Liability • Errors & Omissions • Risk Management

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) Insurance Guide

With the environment rapidly changing for a small or mid-market business, what risks do MSPs face now? Here’s a practical guide to MSP insurance.

post-acquisition

July 26 • Directors & Officers • EPLI • Errors & Omissions • Fiduciary Liability • General Liability • Reps and Warranties Insurance

The Role of Insurance in a Post-Merger & Acquisition — A Risk Management Guide

Late-stage companies sometimes overlook post-merger and acquisition challenges, but they still pose a problem. Here’s how to navigate these tricky situations.

remote work risks

July 13 • Risk Management

Remote Work: Understand the Lasting Risks

Many mid-market and late-stage companies are adopting hybrid work schedules, embracing flexible options — but at what cost? Let’s talk about remote work risks.

media-liability-insurance

May 25 • Risk Management

Media Liability Insurance Guide

Publishers, agencies, and even corporate bloggers face unique risks — but media liability insurance has solutions. Here’s an overview.

social-media-influencer

April 10 • Cyber Liability • Risk Management

Top 7 Social Media Influencer Lawsuits

A social media influencer often reaches millions of people, raising the stakes for the mid-market companies who hire them. Here’s how these risks unfold.

epl insurance remote

October 2 • EPLI

Rethinking EPL Insurance in a “Remote World”

COVID-19 induced a massive wave of remote work — but how does this influence employment practices for mid-market and small business? Here’s the legal climate of EPL insurance.

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March 27 • Risk Management

Trade Credit Insurance

Accounts receivables can either prevent development or catapult you forward. Here’s how trade credit insurance can support growth.

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February 27 • Thought Leadership

Fintech Trends & Insurance in 2020

With 2019 and all its innovations in the rearview mirror, here are fintech trends we expect to see in 2020—plus, how it will impact insurance.

claims-made vs occurrence

February 12 • Directors & Officers • Errors & Omissions • Risk Management

Claims-made vs. Occurrence Insurance Policies Explained

Choosing a claims-made vs. occurrence insurance policy for your startup or mid-sized company means knowing the pros and cons. We’ve got the details for you!

loss_run_reports

December 27 • General Liability • Risk Management • Worker's Compensation

What Are Loss Run Reports?

As a small to mid-market company, it’s essential to use loss run reports to your advantage. Here’s how to make sense of these valuable reviews.

ESOPs

September 17 • Directors & Officers • Fiduciary Liability

ESOPs: Do They Impact D&O Insurance?

Plenty of risks are associated with ESOPs. But, how do they impact your current D&O, E&O, or general liability insurance policy. Here’s the scoop.

tech errors & omissions insurance

July 30 • Cyber Liability • Errors & Omissions

Technology Errors & Omissions Insurance: What You Need to Know

Technology Errors & Omissions Insurance (Tech E&O) is the one thing that all tech companies need. Find out why.

Insurance and Contracts Requirements guide

June 20 • Growth

The Ultimate Guide to Insurance Requirements in Contracts

Vendors, cities, partners, investors, etc.— often require specific insurance policies as a part of a contract. We break down why and what you need to know.

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