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    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

    Kevin Cleary promoted to chief information officer

    12/08/21
    NEWS
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    Kevin Cleary promoted to chief information officer

    Optio Group, the specialty MGA, today announces the promotion of Kevin Cleary to the role of chief information officer (CIO), effective immediately. In this role, Cleary will lead and manage Optio’s technology platforms in line with the group’s tech-enabled outlook and aspirations. […]

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS
    11/08/21
    CLAIMS
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    Incident response plans are essential to mitigate ransomware threat

    Nick Woodward
    Claims Director
    03/08/21
    CONSTRUCTION
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    Market dynamics under U.S. infrastructure plan

    Market dynamics under U.S. infrastructure plan

    Net zero needs Nuclear

    27/07/21
    BLOGS
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    Net zero needs Nuclear

    In December, it will be 70 years since the first power plant produced usable electricity through atomic fission. Like all industries, nuclear power has had its growing pains but, after seven decades, it is finally coming of age. […]

    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.
    21/07/21
    NEWS
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    Brand migration to Optio Underwriting

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS
    09/07/21
    NEWS
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    Cove Programs Renews Improved SDI Facility

    Optio
    GROUP ANNOUNCEMENTS