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5 Events That Prompt You to Review Your Risk Management Plan
Reviewing your company’s risk management plan comes around every year — or does it? Here are reasons for mid-market businesses to review it more often. September 1 • Risk Management
Carl Niedbala
Managing Partner; COO & Co-Founder
Top 5 Risks Consulting Firms Face
No matter if your business relies on a few chosen professionals or several thousand, all consulting firms face unique risks. Helping companies thrive and improve performance is no small task. Your advice could make a significant difference in the trajectory of a business. As a result, consulting firms sometimes find themselves in the hot seat
How to Protect Your Fast-Growing Business From a Data Breach
A cyberattack could devastate your fast-growing business quickly. With cybersecurity a real concern, here’s how to protect your mid-market business from a data breach.
Why You Should Know Your Social Media Risks
Social media risks might seem rudimentary, but they can damage your business reputation in a flash. Here’s what you should know.
Premiums, Policy Limits, and Deductibles — What Are They?
Knowing vital insurance terms can help your small business to save money and get the best coverage. Here’s the place to start.
When Do Startups Typically Purchase EPLI Coverage?
Startups aren’t always certain when to get EPLI coverage. Here are a few standard triggers to help you decide what’s best for your company.
Biotech Companies: How Your Pipeline Influences Investors
Biotech companies establish pipelines to land the FDA’s approval for novel drugs eventually — but the process helps to secure funding, too. Here’s how.
How Robotics Are Shaking Up the Insurance Industry
Robotics is bringing a new level of automation and sophistication to the world. Here’s how this industry is impacting the insurance market.
Insurance and Risk Management for FamTech Companies
Often referred to as Family Tech or BabyTech, FamTech is a rapidly growing market using technology to help parents navigate the challenges of raising a family. Unfortunately, the US still isn’t the most supportive place for working parents — but FamTech aims to lighten the burden. Here’s a look at this unique market, the risks
Insurance & Risk Management for Edtech Companies
As the world changes, the way we educate must evolve, too. Here’s how edtech companies spearhead this shift and the risks they face.
Licensed, Bonded, and Insured: Why It Really Matters
What does it mean to be licensed, bonded, and insured? Here’s a look at what startups and small businesses genuinely need to know.
FDA Phase 3 Approval: What Insurance Do I Need?
Update: We’ve released a new whitepaper examining the Biotech industry. We dive into the insurance landscape, funding, legal climate, and how to approach risk management for companies in this sector. You can download the report here! Most life sciences professionals understand the FDA drug-approval process. Or, at least, you are aware of how painstaking it is to
Insurance for Cleantech Companies
It’s a delicate balance, deriving energy from natural resources while sustaining a thriving ecosystem. But cleantech companies are up for the challenge. While these businesses are watching over the environment, though, who is protecting them? In this post, we highlight some of the risks these companies face and how the right insurance policy can support
Trade Credit Insurance
Accounts receivables can either prevent development or catapult you forward. Here’s how trade credit insurance can support growth.
“Is It Covered?” – Answers to Coronavirus & Business Insurance
Coronavirus threats are forcing most companies to rethink their position in the global economy. Here’s how insurance could play a part.
D&O Insurance Exclusions: Red Flags and What to Look out For
Purchasing the right D&O insurance policy means understanding vital details. Here are some “red flags” to watch for when reviewing your plan.
What D&O Insurance Endorsements Do You Need?
If you’ve caught a glimpse of any news, you already know that claims arising against directors and officers are more widespread now than ever before. Over the past five years, a whopping $23B was the cost of securities litigation—which is the most prevalent lawsuit nowadays. What this has created is an increase in risk exposure
Use of Biometric Information as a business tool: employers beware.
Why Employers should be aware of the BIPA act and how they should manage employee biometric information correctly
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!
Micromobility Trends 2020
Micromobility companies across the globe have progressed significantly in the past several years. This momentum only showcases consumer demand for last-mile transportation. And that’s just for starters. Here’s a roundup of 2019 happenings and what to expect from the micromobility space in 2020.
Admitted vs. Non-Admitted Insurance
Knowing the difference between admitted and non-admitted insurance carriers is vital—especially for high-risk companies. Here’s the scoop.
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.