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Choosing the Right Employee Health Plans
Choosing the right employee health plan for a small business or mid-market company is no small task — but we share some tips to help this process feel more seamless.
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Vaccination Mandates and EPLI Claims: What You Should Know
Although the US has a long history of vaccine mandates, the recent initiative has caused a stir. Here’s the role EPL insurance plays for mid-market companies.
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5 Highest-Valued Unicorn Companies of 2021
Despite a threatened economy, many startups paved the way forward. Here’s a roundup of the top 5 unicorn companies making waves in today’s market.
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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.
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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.
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Rise of Ransomware: How to Protect Your Business
Ransomware has been on the rise for several years, with 2020 making the biggest impact. Here’s the scoop on this cybercrime and what mid-market and small businesses can expect.
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How Does Your Cybersecurity Measure Up in 2021?
Small businesses and late-stage companies face unique challenges this year. Can your cybersecurity fend off all that 2020 delivered?
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Professional Liability Trends to Watch in 2021
Like many lines, professional liability insurance is undergoing pandemic-induced changes. Here’s what we know and what mid-market and small businesses can expect in the future.
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Closing Series B: What’s Next?
With new products, team members, goals, and expectations, your daily operations are undoubtedly going to change. What should founders expect?
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Getting the Series B Term Sheet Right
Typically, the Series B term sheet process is relatively straightforward — but it has its nuances, too. Here’s our guide to getting it right.
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Operational and Risk Management Changes
Series B shifts your business’s goals to a laser-focused vision of strategy. Your risk management approach must change to keep pace with your company’s new momentum.
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Identifying the Right New Investors
Since a Series B round is often somewhat different from a Series A, we look at finding, evaluating, and recruiting new right investors for your second round of funding
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When Should You Raise Series B Funding?
What are the key steps in preparation for a Series B? How to game plan for what’s to come, what to expect, and the pitfalls to avoid.
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3 Reasons Why R&W Insurance Is In High Demand
With a hot M&A market for small and mid-market businesses, R&W insurance is in high demand. Here are other insights into this space.
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D&O Insurance Pricing Trends 2021
Amid a game-changing pandemic, D&O insurance pricing trends have shifted. Here’s a look back at 2020 and what to expect from 2021.
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Unicorn Companies Vs. Zebra Companies: Which Is Better?
Unicorn companies vs. zebra companies: Let’s explore the similarities and differences to find which strategy is right for your business.
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Understanding Factors Impacting E&O Costs
Errors and omissions insurance has unique characteristics to protect your company — but what factors drive the cost of E&O coverage?
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How to Identify and Manage Your Particular Business Risks
High-growth companies develop at such a fast pace that risks are overlooked. Here’s a step-by-step guide to managing business risks.
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7 Crucial Cost and Drivers of D&O Insurance
Find out the 7 costs and drivers of D&O insurance. Get an inside look at what drives D&O insurance prices. Find answers to all your D&O insurance questions.
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How to Navigate Commercial Insurance Renewals in 2021
Commercial insurance renewals often seem daunting, especially amid a pandemic. Here is insider information to help you navigate this task.
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7 Bad Practices That Hike Your Commercial Insurance Costs
It might seem like a chore to keep your commercial insurance costs low. Here are some pitfalls to avoid that will help maintain your budget-friendly goal.
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Social Inflation: Why Business Insurance Premiums Are Increasing
Although unnerving, it’s natural to experience the ups and downs of the market. Here’s a look at how social inflation impacts your business insurance premiums.