Patricia Wells

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has appointed Matt Allen as the principal of its private client team. This announcement comes as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its services in the insurance sector. Matt Allen brings over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry to his new role. He has a strong … Read more

An employee at S&P Global has been denied workers’ compensation benefits after claiming he injured his knee during a company-sponsored event at TopGolf. The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWCC) upheld the decision made by a deputy commissioner, who found that the employee did not prove his injury was work-related. The incident occurred on June 10, … Read more

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced that it has released $57 million from a total loan guarantee of $1.52 billion for Holtec’s Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan. This funding is part of a broader initiative by the Biden administration to promote nuclear energy, which is seen as a clean power source that can help … Read more

Baloise Holding AG and Helvetia Holding AG are in talks about a potential merger that could create one of the largest insurance companies in Switzerland. Sources close to the discussions, who wish to remain anonymous, say the companies have been having on-and-off conversations over the past few months. After news of the talks broke, Baloise’s … Read more

As wildfires swept through Oklahoma, many residents are left to pick up the pieces after devastating losses. Officials are warning that the fire danger remains high in both Oklahoma and Texas for the coming week. On Friday, wildfires fueled by strong winds spread rapidly across Oklahoma. By Sunday evening, the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management … Read more

A man from Pennsylvania has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for his role in a series of art thefts that spanned over two decades. Thomas Trotta, 49, from Dunmore, pleaded guilty to stealing major artworks, including pieces by famous artists Andy Warhol and Jackson Pollock. Trotta is the fourth individual to be … Read more

Liberty Specialty Markets and Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance have made significant leadership changes recently, aiming to strengthen their operations in key regions. Daniel Unstad has been appointed as the head of Liberty Nordics, effective immediately. He will be based in Oslo and report to Roland Richter and Rob Groenen. Unstad brings 25 years of experience … Read more

Florida International University (FIU), known for its hurricane research, is about to see a significant change. A bill recently approved by a Florida House subcommittee aims to transfer key hurricane-loss modeling responsibilities from FIU to Florida State University (FSU). This shift is part of a broader plan to enhance FSU’s role as a leading center … Read more

Donald Trump’s recent executive order aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives is causing a stir among international companies, especially those operating in the U.S. While some firms have adjusted their DEI policies in response, many are quietly maintaining their commitments to diversity efforts globally. Companies like Roche Holding AG and Nissan Motor … Read more

US executives are working to calm worries that recent cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative led by Elon Musk, might hurt their profits. They believe that a more modern public sector will be more likely to use their products and services. This cost-cutting effort has become a hot topic among investors. … Read more