A flexible and creative approach is the key to staying ahead in cyber insurance.In this episode, we explore cyber insurance with HDI Global SE's US Cyber Lead, Gil Cujcuj. Gil discusses the critical role of networks, the most exciting aspects of cyber, and lessons he has learned along the way.You'll learn:1. The core value of professional relationships in career development and client management2. HDI’s new approach to cyber underwriting3. The impact of privacy cases on underwriting4. Top claims challenges___________Get in touch with Gil Cujcuj on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gil-cujcuj-20234648/___________Details about HDI Global SE:Website: https://www.hdi.global/Industry: InsuranceSize: 1,001-5,000 employeesYear: 1903___________About the host Louisa Weix:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________The Tech Insurance Leaders show is a TittmannWeix podcast produced in collaboration with SAWOO.

Discover innovation of cyber insurance policies through the addition of cyber security services and the power of maintaining industry knowledge.Host Louisa Weix sits down with Christopher Votta, Senior Vice President and Professional Executive at Founders Professional, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of cyber insurance. Christopher shares how wholesale brokers provide education and risk management, and offers valuable insights into the transformation from InsurTech to InsurSec. You’ll learn:1. The value of a wholesale broker2. Impact of being a student of the cyber insurance industry3. Predictions for and benefits of InsurSec___________Get in touch with Christopher Votta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-votta-a204b023a/___________Details about Founders Professional:Website: https://www.founderspro.com/Industry: InsuranceSize: 51-200 Year: 2009___________About the host Louisa Weix:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm, with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________The Tech Insurance Leaders show is a TittmannWeix podcast produced in collaboration with SAWOO.

As cyber risks evolve, so must our strategies. Learn how strong interdisciplinary teams and adaptation help navigate a dynamic cyber market.In this episode, we welcome Amanda Stantzos, Vice President of Cyber Underwriting at Corvus Insurance, who discusses the ever-changing cyber landscape, including the nature of threats, cyber policies and assessment technologies, as well as market conditions and predictions for 2025. You’ll learn:1. Evolutions that have occurred in cyber risks and insurance2. The benefits of Corvus policies and services3. The opportunities and challenges for insureds of various sizes4. Current and future cyber insurance market conditions___________Get in touch with Amanda Stantzos on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-stantzos-2434a55a/___________Details about Corvus Insurance:Website: https://www.corvusinsurance.com/Industry: InsuranceSize: 201–500 employeesYear: 2017___________About the host Louisa Weix:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________The Tech Insurance Leaders show is a TittmannWeix podcast produced in collaboration with SAWOO.

Threat actors aren't going to wait for you to put defenses in place before they attack. They're here now and they're praying on the vulnerable.In this episode, we're joined by James Tuplin, SVP and Head of International Cyber at Mosaic Insurance, to discuss what's holding businesses back on implementing rigid cybersecurity measures. He also offers his thoughts on the role of regulatory frameworks in shaping cyber risk management and the insurance industry's role in driving cybersecurity practices. You'll learn:1. The impact of global liability differences on cyber risk2. Challenges in adapting to evolving cyber threats3. The role of cultural and generational perspectives in cybersecurity4. Strategic importance of regulatory compliance and vendor management___________Get in touch with James Tuplin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-tuplin-9b24a29/ ___________Details about Mosaic Insurance:Website: https://www.mosaicinsurance.comIndustry: InsuranceSize: 51-200 employeesYear: 2021___________About the host Louisa Weix:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/ ___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

Join Louisa Weix and Kelly Castriotta as they dive deep into the transformative wave of AI reshaping the insurance landscape.In this special episode, Kelly Castriotta, Global Executive Underwriting Officer, Cyber Tech AI at Markel, unravels the underwriting challenges associated with AI, and the evolving role of technology in risk management. From the foundational aspects of AI to its profound implications on claims and cybersecurity, Kelly shares her expert insights and experiences at the forefront of AI strategy and implementation in the insurance industry.You'll learn:1. The impact of AI on cyber and tech E&O products2. Differences between Generative AI and “Traditional AI”3. Strategies for keeping up with AI developments4. AI's transformative potential in the insurance sector5. Underwriting challenges and opportunities posed by AI6. The importance of risk management frameworks for AI___________Get in touch with Kelly Castriotta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-castriotta-esq-2405615/___________Details about Markel:Website: https://www.markel.com/Industry: InsuranceSize: 1,001-5,000 employeesYear: 1930___________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

Tech E&O is a core risk to companies, and the complexity of claims arising under these policies requires expertise and experience to properly manage.In this episode, Antonio Trotta, Vice President, Financial Lines Claim Practice Leader — Cyber & Professional Liability at QBE Insurance, brings his expertise in Tech E&O to the show, touching on topics like the importance of early assessments, the differences between tech-product and tech-services claims, and more. He also shares insights into talent sourcing in cyber, emerging technologies and the impending legal challenges surrounding AI.You'll learn:1. The critical role of customer service in claims handling2. Key differences between tech-product and tech-services claims3. Strategies for building a successful claims management team4. The impact of emerging technologies on the insurance industry5. Insights into the future of tech insurance___________Get in touch with Antonio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-trotta-a8087113/___________Details about QBE Insurance:Website: https://www.qbe.com/Industry: InsuranceSize: 10,001+ employeesYear: 1886___________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

Cyber breaches have taken center stage in recent years, but Tech E&O never went away. In this episode, we delve into the intersection of Tech E&O and Cyber Insurance.With over two decades of experience, John Butler brings a wealth of knowledge on the challenges and opportunities at this crossroads. This discussion not only uncovers the evolving nature of cyber risks but also explores the intricate balance between technological advancements and insurance solutions.You'll learn:1. The complexities at the intersection of Tech E&O and cyber insurance2. Strategies for effective risk aggregation in the face of emerging threats3. The significance of advancing from device to user authentication4. Insights into the future directions of cyber insurance and underwriting___________About John:John has worked in the insurance industry for 20 years in various underwriting and leadership roles.  As the globe pushes for more autonomous technology into the infrastructure of our society and work product, John’s development and growth has led him to collaborate on past initiatives regarding emerging technology and the impact this has on the insurance marketplace. He has received two insurance designations, RPLU+ and CPLP, from the Professional Liability Underwriting Society.  He earned a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University and a Master in Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management. He is involved with the Professional Liability Underwriting Society as a Cyber Trend Advisor and sits on the CPLP committee, which is responsible for on-demand learning products in the CPLP designation program and future content for PLUS members.Get in touch with John Butler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-butler9/ ___________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

In the digital era where new cyber threats emerge every day, specialized knowledge in complex claims is a huge advantage. Melissa Collins, Cyber & Technology Claims Focus Group Leader at Beazley, has more than a decade of experience in managing cyber and technology claims. In this episode, she decodes the complexities of navigating the landscape of cyber insurance. You'll learn:1. Strategies for transitioning into cyber insurance 2. How cyber and technology claims have evolved 3. Current trends and challenges in cyber and technology claims  4. Why continuous learning and adaptability in cyber insurance are important5. How to embrace innovation and adapt to changes in cyber insurance___________Get in touch with Melissa Collins on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-collins-120232260/___________Details about Beazley:Website: https://www.beazley.com/Industry: InsuranceCompany size: 1,001-5,000 employeesFounded: 1986___________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

How can a dynamic, data-centric approach to loss prevention reduce cyber claims?In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Winchester, Senior Vice President of Global Risk Advisory at Corvus. Lauren brings her wealth of experience in cyber insurance and breach response to this episode, delving deep into how their data-centric strategy and dynamic response to emerging risks is mitigating incidents and limiting loss.You'll learn:1. How Corvus leverages its threat intelligence to catch breaches early and prevent loss2. Why Meta Pixel, biometric, and Genetic Information Privacy Act claims present new challenges to insureds and insurers3. The role of the insurer in identifying and mitigating privacy risks4. Future trends in privacy risk management within cyber policies___________Get in touch with Lauren Winchester on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenwinchester/___________Details about Corvus:Website: http://corvusinsurance.comIndustry: InsuranceCompany size: 201-500 employeesFounded: 2017___________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

Incident Response is about more than responding to breaches. Effective IR requires a proactive, preventative approach that delivers value from day one.In this episode, Raf Sanchez, Global Head of Cyber Services at Beazley, discusses the importance of building trust with Insureds, the positive impact of diverse team backgrounds on effective incident response, and how these things help minimize adverse impacts from security events.You'll learn:1. How Beazley's cyber services have evolved over time2. Why cybersecurity must adapt to different business cultures3. The proactive value of cyber insurance4. The critical importance of data minimization5. How service quality can be enhanced through team diversity__________Get in touch with Raf Sanchez on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafsanchez1974/__________Details about Beazley:Website: http://www.beazley.com/Industry: InsuranceCompany size: 1,001-5,000 employeesFounded: 1986__________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.You can get in touch with Louisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/ ___________This podcast is produced by our friends at SAWOO.

In this episode, you'll discover how service excellence, comprehensive staff training, and proactive strategies converge to form a holistic approach to managing cyber risks.Join us as Matt Tucci, Vice President and Head of Cyber Claims at Sompo International, North America, shares his expertise on the critical role of customer service in managing cyber claims, the indispensable need for continuous employee training, and the significance of pre-incident measures. He also discusses how companies have adapted their responses to the changing nature of cyber risks.You'll learn:1. The key role of customer service in cyber claims2. The crucial need for continuous employee training3. The value of pre-incident planning in cyber risks 4. The evolution in company responses to cyber threats__________About Matthew:Matt and his team are responsible for overseeing all cyber, media and technology claims for Sompo International North America’s claims team. Matt has more than 18 years of claims experience in the insurance industry and as a litigator.Find Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-tucci-0634b29/__________About Sompo International:Sompo International is a global specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance. Sompo International companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Sompo Holdings, Inc.Website: https://www.sompo-intl.comIndustry: InsuranceCompany size: 1,001-5,000 employeesHeadquarters: Pembroke, BermudaFounded: 2001__________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.You can get in touch with Louisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/ ___________This podcast is produced by our friends at SAWOO.

The role of cyber insurance is evolving from a 'promise to pay' to a 'promise to protect and prevent', and there's nobody more passionate about preventing cyberattacks than Violet Sullivan, Cyber Solutions Team Leader at Crum & Forster. In this episode, Violet shares her perspective from the forefront of breach response and cyber protection, discussing topics like emerging risks, AI, privacy hotlines, and more.You'll learn:1. What are the key risks surrounding the use of AI?2. Why there's a growing need for privacy hotlines in cyber3. Why vendor risk management is the 'low-hanging fruit' of cyber risk__________About Violet:Ms. Sullivan is an industry-leading cybersecurity and privacy attorney and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) who has provided thousands of clients with pre- and post-incident services. She leads the Crum & Forster Cyber Solutions Team, providing cyber policyholders with value-added resources before, during, and after a cyber incident. Her expertise in preparing businesses for cyber incidents and managing scaled breach responses has made her a trusted authority for public and private sector clients, including many Fortune 100 companies. She frequently facilitates customized tabletop simulations focused on “pressure-testing” an organization’s incident response procedures and she is an established speaker on cybersecurity awareness. Ms. Sullivan also serves as a professor of Cybersecurity and Privacy Law for Baylor Law School’s LL.M. Program, where her focus on litigation management has made her course especially valuable to general counsels and leading law firms nationwide.Find Violet on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/txcyberlawyer/ __________About Crum & Forster:Crum & Forster provides market-leading property & casualty, accident & health and specialty insurance solutions. A true underwriting company, we have a 200-year history of helping our customers manage risk with laser-focused expertise, integrity and discipline. Our people are empowered to make decisions and problem-solve with you smartly and swiftly.Website: https://www.cfins.com/ Industry: InsuranceCompany size: 1,001-5,000 employeesHeadquarters: Morristown, New JerseyFounded: 1822__________ About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.You can get in touch with Louisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/___________This podcast is produced by our friends at SAWOO.

New technologies are constantly emerging, and the technological arms race between companies and threat actors wages on.In this first episode, Louisa Weix sits down with Michael Phillips, US Cyber Practice Leader at CFC, to discuss emerging risks, innovative insurance products, the advantages and pitfalls of new technologies, and much more.You'll learn:1. Why CFC is taking a proactive approach to expanding its products from a 'promise to pay' model to a 'promise to pay, protect, and prevent' model.2. Why insurance companies should be wary of 'unconscious bias' when using AI3. How CFC is closing the gap on eHealth risks with innovative integrated insurance products__________About Michael:Michael Phillips is Cyber Practice Leader, USA at CFC. Michael also serves as Co-Chair of the Ransomware Task Force convened by the Institute for Security & Technology. An experienced lawyer and underwriter focused on cyber risk, Michael's tech and legal writing has been published by The New Yorker, BuzzFeed, and Bloomberg.Find Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-phillips-cyber/ __________About CFC:CFC is a specialist insurance provider, pioneer in emerging risk, and market leader in cyber. Our global insurance platform uses cutting-edge technology and data science to deliver smarter, faster underwriting and protect customers from today’s most critical business risks.Headquartered in London with offices in New York, San Francisco, Austin, Brussels, and Brisbane, CFC has over 750 employees and is trusted by more than 130,000 businesses in 90 countries.Website: https://www.cfc.com/ Industry: InsuranceCompany size: 501-1,000 employeesHeadquarters: London, EnglandFounded: 1999__________About the host Louisa:Louisa is the Managing Partner of Tittmann Weix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.You can get in touch with Louisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/ ___________ This podcast is produced by our friends at SAWOO.