Demystifying AI In Finance
CFOs are investing in generative AI and predictive AI solutions for functions other than the one they lead, their hesitance born of worries concerning the accuracy of financial reports. By…
The Impact of Climate Change on Flood Risk Management
By Russ Banham Risk Management magazine Flooding caused widespread destruction in the United States in 2023. Four separate billion-dollar flood disasters in California, Florida, Vermont and along the East Coast…
Well-Oiled Integration Machines
Integration Playbooks from Long-Time Acquirers By Russ Banham Leader's Edge (Sidebar article) Even as some brokerages have showed no rush to integrate new acquisitions, the playbook for many other deals…
After You Buy, Integrate
Some acquirers have integration down to a science, increasing speed of the process and quality of fit at acquired firms. By Russ Banham Leader's Edge From 2018 through 2022, PCF…
Stepping Out: Preparing For The First Board Meeting
Listen well, speak your mind and if you don't know something, don't bluff. Advice for that first foray into the boardroom. By Russ Banham Corporate Board Member (Sidebar article) A…
Welcome to the Table
Joining a public company boardroom isn’t what it used to be. It’s a lot tougher and riskier, demanding more preparation than ever before. Newly appointed directors and experts share their…
Weathering the Reinsurance Reset in the Midwest
By Russ Banham Carrier Management In his more than quarter-century career as a reinsurance broker representing the mutual insurance market, the January 1, 2023, property reinsurance renewals stand out in…
U.S. Crypto Regulations Emerge, Tentatively
Legislation introduced makes its way through committees. By Russ Banham Leader's Edge (Sidebar article) In November 2023, the U.S. Justice Department reached a $4.3 billion settlement with the world’s largest…
Bitcoin-Based Life Insurer Opens for Business
Bermuda-based carrier is entirely denominated in Bitcoin. By Russ Banham Leader's Edge (Sidebar article) Like Matt Sitzmann at Castle Funds, fintech entrepreneur Zac Townsend sees nothing wrong and a lot…
Crypto Comes to Life
An investment firm has debuted the first broker-sold, privately placed, variable life insurance products based on assets invested in crypto. By Russ Banham Leader's Edge Following a disastrous year for…