Personnel Changes: Marsh Appoints Global, US Aviation and Space Leaders; Ryan Names Ferguson CEO of US Assure

Marsh has made key leadership moves in its aviation and space insurance sectors, with Brian Glod and Tony Ambrose stepping into new global roles starting September 1. Glod will take charge as the global head of aviation and space, while Ambrose becomes the global chairman for the same business. Both will oversee Marsh’s aviation and … Read more

The Role of Effective Loss Control in Preventing Work-Related Injuries in Manufacturing

Manufacturing workplaces come with many risks. Heavy machines, chemicals, and long hours make injuries a real concern. Even though OSHA sets safety rules, accidents still happen. Often, these injuries are due to workers getting tired, becoming careless, or safety rules not being enforced properly. Rachel Pinsonneault, a commercial lines underwriter at Central Insurance, points out … Read more

Leadership shifts: How executive turnover at global brokers is transforming the insurance landscape

Big insurance brokerages around the world have been quietly changing their leadership teams in recent years. Firms like Marsh, Aon, WTW, Howden, and Gallagher have shuffled key people in important roles such as regional CEOs, country heads, and leaders of major business segments. While it might seem like normal management moves from the outside, these … Read more

State Farm’s Major Strategic Shift Back to Auto Technology

In recent years, State Farm Ventures, the investment arm of America’s largest auto insurer, has shifted its focus in venture investing. Between 2019 and April 2025, companies backed by State Farm Ventures raised a total of $1.66 billion from various investors. However, the type of businesses receiving funding has changed significantly. Early on, from 2019 … Read more