Risk in Context Podcast

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Join Marsh colleagues, risk professionals, C-suite executives, and others for conversations about the major risks businesses face today and how you can better understand and more effectively manage them.

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October 6 · 30 min
Rethinking cybersecurity controls for an AI-driven world
As organizations embed artificial intelligence more deeply into everyday operations, cybersecurity, and decision-making, they are also facing a more complex cyber risk environment as AI amplifies existing threats. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Susan Young, Jim Aldridge, and Sjaak Schouteren discuss the evolving AI risk landscape, including what organizations can do to strengthen governance, improve visibility into AI use, and reassess whether existing cyber controls remain fit for purpose. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
September 15 · 40 min
Insurability's critical role in climate-impacted investments
Extreme weather-related exposures are changing how asset owners and investors assess resilience, long-term value, and investment viability. As climate-related losses grow, access to affordable insurance is becoming an increasingly important factor in whether assets are considered financeable and bankable over time. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Amy Barnes speaks with Callum Ellis, Doug Halvorson, and Carlyle's Steve Hatfield about why insurability is now a critical consideration for investors, how acute and chronic climate risks can affect asset performance and exit value, and why a more structured approach to resilience may support better-informed investment and risk management decisions. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Download the Investing in Resilience Framework. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
September 8 · 43 min
Future-proofing the workforce through strong people risks management
Organizations are navigating a complex people risk environment shaped by several interconnected risks that are increasingly influencing organizational resilience, workforce stability, and business performance, as outlined in the People Risk 2026 report. These risks are taking shape against a backdrop of a steep decline in employee thriving, which could, in turn, also impact organizational performance. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Carolina Klint, Alan Buckley, Ricardo de Almeida, and Risha Isaac discuss the top people risks outlined in the report, explore regional differences, and outline actions that leaders should consider when addressing these challenges. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Download the People Risk 2026 report. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
August 11 · 22 min
Identifying risks and opportunities as carbon credit markets grow
As carbon credit markets evolve, financial institutions, investors, and corporates are playing a larger role in project development and financing, while growing expectations around quality, permanence, and transparency are reshaping the market. At the same time, insurance solutions tailored to these projects are becoming increasingly important in supporting investment and continued growth. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Aaron Bailey and Lara Whitmore speak about the changing carbon credit market, the increasing focus on higher-cost carbon removal projects, and the role insurance can play in helping support market confidence and expansion. You can access a transcript of the episode here. To learn more about carbon credits, visit our dedicated page. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
July 22 · 21 min
Assessing timing, risk, and readiness ahead of an IPO
As IPO activity picks up after a period of subdued activity, companies preparing to go public should consider actions that help them strengthen governance, financial controls, and compliance capabilities well in advance, while also building insurance programs that reflect their risk tolerance and the realities of operating as a public company. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Will Fahey and Robyn Stevens and Paul Kardish, from Madison Industries, discuss the current IPO landscape, explore the risks that organizations should consider as they start the journey to go public, and actions that can help improve the odds of a successful listing. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Download Marsh's IPO guide. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
June 23 · 32 min
Leveraging site selection as a strategic data center success driver
Securing the right site is one of the most important decisions in a data center project. But securing the right location takes more than finding available land — it requires a clear view of power availability, labor access, natural catastrophe exposure, and more. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Michael Mathews, Dereck Wischmeier, Laksh Maggoo, and Manglam Tewari discuss the questions data center stakeholders should consider during the site-selection process and share practical advice to help guide better-informed site-selection decisions. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
June 2 · 31 min
Capturing value during the PE industry's inflection point
Higher interest rates, slower exits, and increased competition are reshaping private equity and putting pressure on returns. As deal dynamics shift, many funds are rethinking how they create and protect value across the investment lifecycle, issues that are expected to be discussed during next week's SuperReturn conference. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Paul Knowles, John Romeo, and Benjamin Baumann explore what's changing, where opportunities are emerging, and the strategies that senior executives should consider to navigate today's evolving PE landscape. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Learn more about Marsh's presence at SuperReturn. For more insights and details about related insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
May 19 · 47 min
Building supply chain resilience through industry-specific actions
As supply chains across industries face mounting pressure from geopolitical conflict, shifting trade policy, extreme weather, surging costs, and more, organizations are confronting systemic vulnerabilities that can extend lead times, disrupt operations, and even delay delivery of lifesaving medicine. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's James Crask, Lisa Caldwell, Joao Buzio, and Eddie Albers explore how supply chain risks are showing up differently across sectors. They also share practical strategies to help organizations strengthen supply chain resilience through deeper data-driven visibility, cross-functional collaboration, and tailored insurance solutions designed to address residual risk in an increasingly interconnected risk landscape. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Learn more about Sentrisk. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
May 12 · 24 min
Optimizing health and benefits programs across private equity portfolios
As healthcare costs continue to surge, private equity (PE) firms managing diverse portfolios have the opportunity to mitigate the impact by adopting portfolio-wide health and benefits strategies that enable them to harness the scale of their portfolio to rein in escalating expenses and enhance employee retention and recruitment across their investments. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Alex Ackermann, Katherine Gensheimer, and Tom Shea discuss why PE firms should consider portfolio-wide health and benefits programs. They also talk about the importance of portfolio-wide programs going beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and instead focus on tailoring coverage, claims management, and resiliency efforts to the unique needs of each portfolio company. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
April 28 · 42 min
Strengthening resilience in an era of interconnected risks
In an era of unprecedented complexity, organizations are facing a multitude of risks, including geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, extreme weather, and accelerating technological change, requiring senior leaders to rethink traditional risk frameworks and adopt holistic, forward-looking approaches that prioritize resilience and strategic risk capital allocation. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Andrew George, Carolina Klint, Reid Sawyer, and Michael Mathews discuss the top challenges outlined in this year's Global Risks Report, what these mean for organizations, and how senior leaders can build resiliency that is fit for today's interconnected and layered risk environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
April 7 · 41 min
Prioritizing mental health to enhance aviation safety
The safety and effectiveness of the aviation industry depend heavily on its people, underscoring the importance of stakeholders taking action to help safeguard their mental health and well-being. This pivots greatly on identifying potential challenges early and creating a culture that empowers individuals to voice concerns, admit errors, and seek support without fear of judgment or career repercussions. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Captain Andy James speaks with Dr. Wolfgang Seidl and Kimberly Perkins, PhD, about the critical importance for the aviation industry to prioritize its people's mental health and share actions that organizations can consider, which will be covered in more depth during Marsh's Aviation Summit. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
March 17 · 38 min
Risk and insurance considerations for small nuclear technologies
Demand for small modular reactors (SMRs) continues to grow as these sources of nuclear energy are increasingly being considered as a means to advance energy security, helping to meet decarbonization and net-zero goals, and catering to growing power demands from data centers, remote communities, and major industries. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Amy Barnes, Jim Palaia, Everett Hansen, and Ailish Foster discuss why SMRs matter within the energy ecosystem and the opportunities and risks that risk managers should be aware of in their pursuit of reliability, sustainability, and resilience. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
March 10 · 29 min
Tackling geopolitical risks in an era of higher friction
An accelerating geopolitical transition is rewriting the rules of cross‑border trade, finance, and digital connectivity — and the evolving conflict in the Middle East is intensifying risks for businesses worldwide. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Angela Duca, Christopher Coppock, and Stuart James unpack key findings from the Political Risk Report 2026*, outline practical steps to manage people, operational, insurance, and financial exposures, and discuss actions that leaders can take to protect their organizations. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Read Marsh's Political Risk Report 2026. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com. *The Political Risk Report 2026 was completed prior to the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East. While the global insights and analysis contained within remain relevant, they do not reflect the latest developments in the region. Marsh is actively monitoring the situation and its potential impact. Please reach out to your Marsh representative for any insights or support required.
February 24 · 28 min
Protecting leaders from escalating D&O risks
Directors and officers are navigating an increasingly complex and uncertain risk environment shaped by shifting litigation trends, evolving regulatory priorities, and emerging economic and geopolitical pressures. At the same time, both directors and officers liability (D&O) underwriters and corporate leaders remain alert to the potential for new claims amidst a shifting risk landscape. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Paul Denny, Deepak Adappa, and Will Fahey discuss some of the top risks that could impact organizations' senior leaders and that organizations should be keeping an eye on throughout 2026 and beyond. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
February 10 · 35 min
Building manufacturing resilience amid evolving trade agreements
Global manufacturers are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving trade environment marked by shifting policies, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions. Fluctuating trade policies and geopolitical dynamics are testing the flexibility and resilience of many businesses. Ongoing changes to bilateral and multilateral agreements, including the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is being renegotiated this year, introduce uncertainty around rules of origin, labor standards, and enforcement, potentially influencing investment and operational decisions. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh Risk's Christopher Coppock, Falak Kothari, and Azzizza Larsen, discuss key challenges that manufacturers are facing and share practical advice to help businesses manage risk and build resilience in a fast-changing global trade environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Read Marsh's Trade policy outlook for North American manufacturing report. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
January 27 · 31 min
Managing global tax risks through insurance
Tax insurance is fast becoming a critical tool for organizations around the globe to manage their tax uncertainties in a wide range of business situations. From supporting renewable energy projects to managing cross-border risks, tax insurance helps organizations protect value and move transactions forward with greater assurance. In this episode of Risk in Context, Patrick Browne, Mark McTigue, Alexander Skuratovski, and Leon Steenkamp, discuss why tax insurance matters now more than ever, talk about distinct market features of the coverage, and share practical insights to help organisations optimise their use of tax insurance in today's dynamic environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
January 6 · 42 min
Getting ahead of 2026's top risks to build resilience
In today's complex, interconnected, and dynamic risk landscape, organizations are facing a multitude of challenges. Geopolitical tensions, climate-related extreme weather events and chronic threats, and evolving cyber threats are complicating supply chain risks, requiring organizations to develop holistic, forward-looking, enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies that build resilient organizations. In this episode of Risk in Context recorded at the end of 2025, Marsh's James Crask, Christopher Coppock, Nick Faull, and Payal Patel explore some of the trending risks that Marsh has been monitoring and that organizations should be prepared to address throughout 2026 and beyond. They also discuss how robust risk management approaches can help organizations identify opportunities to build resilience and thrive. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Visit our trending risks page on marsh.com for additional insights For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
Dec 2, 2025 · 49 min
Advancing climate risk management after COP30
Climate risks continue to increase in complexity, underscoring the urgent need to address their impacts through a strong focus on adaptation and resilience. At the same time, innovative insurance products and financing are helping climate and resilience investments become more accessible and viable. Last month's COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, underscored the importance of accelerating adaptation and resilience efforts, given recognition of climate change as a present reality demanding immediate solutions. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Graeme Riddell, Nick Faull, and Rodrigo Suárez, and Marsh McLennan's Swenja Surminski discuss key takeaways from COP30, focusing on the implications and opportunities for risk managers navigating the complex challenges of climate adaptation and resilience. You can access a transcript of the episode here. Listen to our recent podcast, Unpacking water-related economic risks and solutions. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
Nov 18, 2025 · 45 min
Navigating the global rise of social inflation
Social inflation is transcending borders and creating challenges for organizations operating in jurisdictions across the globe, often resulting in increased litigation risks and higher claims costs, which are, in turn, contributing to increased underwriter scrutiny and impacting organizations' insurance programs. This underscores the importance of preemptive action to identify potentially challenging claims and mitigate losses. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Chetna Gulati, Catherine Osborne, Teri Solomon, and Paul Hutchinson discuss the evolving social inflation risk landscape, address some of today's most pressing risks and the challenges that are likely to evolve, and share actionable insights to help organizations minimize the risk of social inflation and prepare for potential high-value claims. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For further information about social inflation, visit our social inflation and nuclear verdicts hub. Listen to our recent podcast — PFAS risks and insurability challenges — to learn more about perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which could be a risk area for social inflation. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.
Nov 11, 2025 · 32 min
Maximizing value in private equity exits
As private equity activity regains momentum after a prolonged period of low exit volumes and extended holding periods, it is critical for PE firms to remain vigilant and focus on identifying and addressing potential risks. Human capital considerations, tailored insurance solutions, and innovative transactional risk insurance can help PE firms navigate challenges to help safeguard value and optimize returns. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Paul Knowles, Katie Gensheimer, Philipp Giessen, and Mercer's Dhruv Mehra discuss the current private equity landscape and its impact on exit strategies, the people-related issues that funds should consider in their exit strategy, and the insurance solutions that can help firms mitigate risks. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.

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