California Utilities Increase Power Shutdowns Amid Rising Winds

California utilities have shut off power to over 62,000 customers to prevent wildfires as dry winds sweep across the state. PG&E Corp. is responsible for cutting power to about 60,000 customers in seven counties, and they may turn off more if conditions worsen. Southern California Edison Co. has also de-energized lines for nearly 2,400 customers … Read more

Wholesale Fabric Distributors: Essential Insurance Policies to Safeguard Your Business

Wholesale fabric distributors play a crucial role in the supply chain for retailers, designers, and manufacturers across the country. However, their business comes with significant risks, including handling large inventories of flammable materials and managing complicated vendor contracts. As these distributors work to ship fabrics nationwide, they must also consider the potential for theft, weather-related … Read more

Board Reports That Runaway Reaction Likely Triggered Fatal Explosion at Kentucky Food Color Plant

Last November, a tragic explosion at a food-coloring facility in Louisville claimed the lives of two workers and injured three others. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has released new findings about the incident, shedding light on the circumstances that led to this devastating event. The explosion occurred at the Givaudan Sense Colour … Read more

Unseen obstacles to climate resilience and strategies for companies to address them.

Companies are facing increasing pressure to adapt to climate change, but many are still holding back. Extreme weather, changing supply chains, and stricter regulations are pushing businesses to take action. However, a significant hurdle remains: the perception that climate risk is a problem for the future, not the present. Lars Regner, who leads resilience services … Read more

"During wartime, KPIs are ineffective": Leadership insights from Ukraine’s most challenging moments.

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, many were focused on survival, but for Mykhailo Hrabovskyi, it was also about his responsibilities as an insurance executive. Hrabovskyi was outside Ukraine when the invasion began. He faced a serious injury and knew he had to get home quickly. With flights grounded, he embarked on a challenging … Read more

Prosperous Southern Cities Confront Economic Challenges Due to Funding Reductions

The Research Triangle in North Carolina, known for its strong economy driven by education and healthcare, is facing new challenges. Major universities like Duke and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have attracted businesses and jobs to the Raleigh-Durham area. However, recent federal funding cuts are putting this economic growth at risk. For … Read more

Personnel Update: Arizona Department of Insurance Appoints Ailor as Interim Agency Director

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has appointed Maria Ailor as the new interim director of the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI). Ailor steps into this role with an impressive background, bringing over 30 years of experience in public service and insurance regulation. Before her appointment, Ailor served as the assistant director of DIFI’s … Read more