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    Organized theft: Insurance coverage & retail crime

    10/01/22
    Political Violence & Terrorism
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    Organized theft: Insurance coverage & retail crime

    “Organized theft rings” screamed headlines toward the end of 2021 as a string of incidents riddled authorities and shook shop owners in major cities across the country, moving some retailers to beef up security and municipalities to reroute traffic to stop the trend. […]

    Chris Kirby
    Global Head Of Political Violence & Terrorism
    Chris brings a wealth of experience to Optio having operated for over twenty years in the Political Risk, War, and Terrorism market in London, the USA, Middle East, and Africa. The Political Violence & Terrorism team will focus on clients with operations outside of North America and Western Europe and we can provide direct and reinsurance coverage for terrorism, strikes, riots and civil commotion, and war on land for businesses of all sizes. We plan to expand the offering to provide Political and Counter Party risk to their clients and over time evolve into a comprehensive Crisis Management unit, offering a bouquet of coverage’s to protect a client’s profitability from actions or non-performance by third parties.
    05/01/22
    BLOGS
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    UK will need to look small to go big on nuclear reactors plan

    Mark Tetley
    Senior Consultant, Northcourt
    05/01/22
    ACQUISITIONS
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    Optio acquires leading W&I specialty MGA Brockwell

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS

    The growing imperative for SMEs to up their IT security

    06/12/21
    Cyber
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    The growing imperative for SMEs to up their IT security

    The ever-escalating frequency and severity of cyber-attacks is becoming impossible to miss, with this year seeing mega breaches and record-breaking ransomware demands. […]

    Sabrina Sexton
    Senior Underwriter
    Sabrina has over 15 years’ experience working in senior roles within Underwriting. Prior to joining Ascent Underwriting in 2019, Sabrina has previously worked at AIG, Zurich and AXA Insurance. In her position as Senior Cyber and Technology Underwriter, Sabrina is responsible for the underwriting and placement of Global Cyber and Technology risks and contributing to the profitable growth of the existing portfolio.
    02/12/21
    Political Violence & Terrorism
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    A world of trouble for political violence insurers

    Chris Kirby
    Global Head Of Political Violence & Terrorism
    Chris brings a wealth of experience to Optio having operated for over twenty years in the Political Risk, War, and Terrorism market in London, the USA, Middle East, and Africa. The Political Violence & Terrorism team will focus on clients with operations outside of North America and Western Europe and we can provide direct and reinsurance coverage for terrorism, strikes, riots and civil commotion, and war on land for businesses of all sizes. We plan to expand the offering to provide Political and Counter Party risk to their clients and over time evolve into a comprehensive Crisis Management unit, offering a bouquet of coverage’s to protect a client’s profitability from actions or non-performance by third parties.
    24/11/21
    Cyber
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    Insurers run from ransomware cover as losses mount

    Caspar Stops
    HEAD OF CYBER

    Thank you to the Nuclear Industry!

    14/10/21
    BLOGS
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    Thank you to the Nuclear Industry!

    During the pandemic’s peak, it very quickly became clear that exceptional efforts were being made by some to continue working in unprecedented circumstances. Healthcare workers, shop workers, scientists, those in the emergency services, delivery drivers, public transport workers and others all risked infection to continue doing their jobs. To them, and everyone who put themselves in harm’s way to continue providing essential services to society, we owe a debt of gratitude. […]

    Zemfira Knott
    Director of Northcourt
    Zemfira Knott has over sixteen years management experience including many years in the nuclear insurance industry. Reporting directly to the CEO and the Board of Directors she manages the day-to-day operations of the business which includes responsibility for compliance, marketing and audits. Zemfira also oversees the production of insurance documentation as well as working closely with the Company’s insurance panel and its broker network. Previously Zemfira worked as a Business Manager for Northcourt’s parent company operating in London and Washington DC. She was directly involved in a number of high-profile projects in the nuclear and energy sector providing strategic and advisory services to the top management of several large multinational companies. In order to assist clients on geo-political issues, Zemfira worked closely with N10 Downing Street, Members of Parliament and UK Embassies globally. Prior to that Zemfira held a senior management position with 50 direct reports. She was responsible for developing and implementing operational strategies for increased profitability and improved customer service. As part of her many achievements she successfully turned around several struggling operations. Zemfira graduated from the Business School, Sociology and Economy Department of Daugavpils Institute where she also studied Business Psychology. Zemfira is an associate member of WiN Global (Women in Nuclear), member of Chartered Insurance Institute and a member of the Financial Times Non-Executive Directors' Club.
    08/10/21
    ACCIDENT & HEALTH
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    Private Medical Insurance

    Hywel Jones
    HEAD OF ACCIDENT & HEALTH
    01/10/21
    NEWS
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    Optio appoints leading nuclear risk expert Mark Tetley

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS

    The Emerging Risks Interview – Chris Kirby

    28/09/21
    Political Violence & Terrorism
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    The Emerging Risks Interview – Chris Kirby

    1. You’re on record as saying that this year has been the most active on record for civil disturbances. How do you quantify this and what territories are we talking about? […]

    Chris Kirby
    Global Head Of Political Violence & Terrorism
    Chris brings a wealth of experience to Optio having operated for over twenty years in the Political Risk, War, and Terrorism market in London, the USA, Middle East, and Africa. The Political Violence & Terrorism team will focus on clients with operations outside of North America and Western Europe and we can provide direct and reinsurance coverage for terrorism, strikes, riots and civil commotion, and war on land for businesses of all sizes. We plan to expand the offering to provide Political and Counter Party risk to their clients and over time evolve into a comprehensive Crisis Management unit, offering a bouquet of coverage’s to protect a client’s profitability from actions or non-performance by third parties.
    28/09/21
    CONSTRUCTION
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    US insurers expecting boost

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS
    28/09/21
    Political Violence & Terrorism
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    Political violence covers in Latin America see growing restrictions

    Chris Kirby
    Global Head Of Political Violence & Terrorism
    Chris brings a wealth of experience to Optio having operated for over twenty years in the Political Risk, War, and Terrorism market in London, the USA, Middle East, and Africa. The Political Violence & Terrorism team will focus on clients with operations outside of North America and Western Europe and we can provide direct and reinsurance coverage for terrorism, strikes, riots and civil commotion, and war on land for businesses of all sizes. We plan to expand the offering to provide Political and Counter Party risk to their clients and over time evolve into a comprehensive Crisis Management unit, offering a bouquet of coverage’s to protect a client’s profitability from actions or non-performance by third parties.

    US Healthcare under the microscope over medical billings

    14/09/21
    BLOGS
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    US Healthcare under the microscope over medical billings

    It is becoming increasingly evident that in 2021 the U.S. healthcare industry is experiencing intensified levels of governmental scrutiny, which […]

    Ben Wilson
    HEAD OF MEDICAL BILLINGS
    02/09/21
    Political Violence & Terrorism
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    PVT market must adapt amid rising global social tensions

    Chris Kirby
    Global Head Of Political Violence & Terrorism
    Chris brings a wealth of experience to Optio having operated for over twenty years in the Political Risk, War, and Terrorism market in London, the USA, Middle East, and Africa. The Political Violence & Terrorism team will focus on clients with operations outside of North America and Western Europe and we can provide direct and reinsurance coverage for terrorism, strikes, riots and civil commotion, and war on land for businesses of all sizes. We plan to expand the offering to provide Political and Counter Party risk to their clients and over time evolve into a comprehensive Crisis Management unit, offering a bouquet of coverage’s to protect a client’s profitability from actions or non-performance by third parties.
    01/09/21
    NEWS
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    Optio extends US presence with senior promotion

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS