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By Jeff Lang
10 Jul 2025

How to Build a Disruption-Ready Supply Chain

In today’s unpredictable world, it's no longer if disruptions happen—it’s when. But companies can turn uncertainty into a competitive edge. In this insightful piece, Jeffrey Lang, President of Venbrook Property & Casualty and Contributor of SupplyChainBrain, explores how businesses can prepare their supply chains to withstand—and even thrive—amid disruption.

By Venbrook
20 Jun 2025

Venbrook's Chicago Debut: Launch Party Recap

We’ve arrived, Chicago! Watch highlights from our exciting launch event as we celebrated bringing Venbrook’s trusted insurance solutions to the Windy City!

By Hot Mics with Billy Bush
18 Jun 2025

Hot Mics with Billy Bush x Venbrook (2 - Business)

Back at it again with Billy Bush on ‪Hot Mics with Billy Bush‬, helping you spot the risks you didn't see coming.

By Jessica Macdonald and Michael Conway
12 Jun 2025 • 3 min read

Students Home for Summer Break? Don’t Let Their Insurance Take a Vacation

Summer break is here, but student health needs don’t take a vacation. Our Venbrook Student Insurance team, Michael Conway and Jessica MacDonald, shared a great article with tips for how colleges and universities can help students stay connected to health care over the summer. Whether your students are interning, traveling, or heading home, now is the time to remind them that their health plan still covers them.

By ALM BenefitsPro
10 Jun 2025

New law emphasizes mental health, not just physical protection

Mental health matters, and it’s finally getting the legislative attention it deserves. In her latest feature for BenefitsPRO, Alison Myers, President of Venbrook’s Benefits & Specialty Health, explores how a new federal law is shifting the conversation from just physical safety to comprehensive mental wellness in the workplace.

By Jeff Lang
10 Jun 2025 • 4 min read

Help your commercial real estate buildings thrive amid environmental risks and rising insurance rates

Insurance rates are climbing, habitational coverage is tightening, and environmental risks aren’t slowing down. So, what can building owners actually do to stay ahead?

Jeffrey Lang, President of Retail P&C, brings a unique perspective on how business owners can mitigate risk and protect their commercial properties in today’s market. From risk mitigation tips to long-term planning strategies, it’s a must-read for anyone navigating today’s challenging CRE landscape.

By Hot Mics with Billy Bush
09 Jun 2025

Hot Mics with Billy Bush‬ x Venbrook (1 - Private Client)

Venbrook just got a little mic time 🎙️

By Rhonda Turner
13 May 2025 • 1 min read

Venbrook Group Elevates Jeff Lang to President, Retail Property & Casualty Practice

Newly created position unifies multiple business sectors and positions the firm for next phase of growth

By Rhonda Turner
09 Apr 2025 • 1 min read

Venbrook Group Expands Benefits Division to Support Growth, Names Alison Myers President of New Practice

We're expanding our Benefits division to support our incredible growth—and leading the way is none other than Alison Myers, now President of our new Corporate Benefits & Specialty Health division!

By Jessica Macdonald and Michael Conway
03 Apr 2025 • 3 min read

How your student insurance program can strengthen international student enrollment

International student enrollment is at an all-time high—but as policies shift in 2025, colleges and universities must be proactive in supporting student well-being.

By Venbrook
02 Apr 2025

Vennsday: Claims Adjuster Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Jason Turner
28 Mar 2025 • 2 min read

Filing a claim? 9 things you need to know

Everyone should know these 9 things when filing a claim...

By Venbrook
26 Mar 2025

Vennsday: LA Kings Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Jeff Lang, Archie Lazar, & Alison Myers
21 Mar 2025 • 6 min read

California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Law: Is Your Business Compliant?

Aimed at combating rising fatalities in the workplace, a new statewide workplace violence prevention law (SB 553) took effect in California in July 2024.

By Rhonda Turner
12 Mar 2025 • 2 min read

Venbrook Expands Market Capabilities with Crum & Forster MGA Appointment; International Travel Practice Marks First New Program Under Agreement

Industry veterans Curt Carlson and Eric Adair will lead the new sector

By Venbrook
05 Mar 2025

Vennsday: Insurance Executive Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Alison Myers
04 Mar 2025

Workplace Communication Crisis? Business Leaders Are the Answer

Communication today feels like a relentless loop of Zoom calls, Teams meetings, and overflowing inboxes. We jump from task to task, rarely pausing to think, breathe, or connect. Even a well-intentioned text can land wrong, leaving teammates feeling more isolated than ever.

By Alison Myers
03 Mar 2025

2025 advisor outlook: Steer clients toward programs that keep pace with rapid change

The intersection of rising costs, the hybrid workplace, and heightened employee expectations is reshaping the way employers think about health care benefits; but this presents an opportunity for brokers to get creative with what they offer their clients.

By Jack Reddy
20 Feb 2025 • 7 min read

Considering the Insurance Industry? It’s not the dinosaur job your Dad had - and with a coming talent shortage, jobs are plentiful.

Why the insurance industry is a go-to business for younger workers looking for a variety of opportunities.

By Venbrook
19 Feb 2025

Vennsday: Claims Investigator Edition Pt. 2

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Christina Oakes
14 Feb 2025

Best practices for reducing wealthy-client risk in 2025

Christina Oakes, EVP of Venbrook Private Client, discusses the evolving landscape of insurance for high-net-worth individuals. She highlights the increasing importance of comprehensive risk management strategies to protect clients' assets against emerging threats such as cyberattacks, rising liability claims, and surging homeowners' premiums. Oakes emphasizes the need for specialized coverage and tailored solutions to navigate these challenges effectively.

By Jessica Macdonald and Michael Conway
07 Feb 2025 • 4 min read

Insuring international students: Protecting learning and reducing liability

Jessica MacDonald, VP, and Michael Conway, SVP, from our Student Insurance division, break down the must-have coverages for international and study-abroad students—plus five key ways universities can help them make sense of their policies.

By Venbrook
05 Feb 2025

Vennsday: Underwriter Edition Pt. 2

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Rhonda Turner
28 Jan 2025 • 2 min read

Brooks Insurance, a Venbrook Company, Expands Underwriting Capabilities and Leadership Team, Adds Tiffani Garabedian as Senior Vice President

Brooks Insurance ("Brooks") a wholly owned subsidiary of Venbrook Group LLC ("Venbrook"), today announced the addition of Tiffani Ann Garabedian as Senior Vice President of Underwriting, effective immediately.

By Venbrook
14 Jan 2025 • 20 min read

Next Steps: Where to Start After a Fire

Recovering from a wildfire can feel overwhelming, but breaking it into manageable steps can make the process smoother. Every step forward matters; be patient and seek trusted guidance as you rebuild. Here is a guide on the next steps after a devastating fire.

Digital Insurance Feature: 2025 global insurance forecast: Stability ahead, but big changes loom

As we approach 2025, businesses will experience a more stable commercial insurance market following several years of sharp premium increases. The U.S. property and casualty sector saw its combined ratio improve to 94.2% in early 2024, signaling better profitability and greater balance.

By Jason Turner
25 Dec 2024

By Venbrook
04 Dec 2024

Vennsday: Claims Handler Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Venbrook
20 Nov 2024

Vennsday: Claims Investigator Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Jeff Lang
12 Nov 2024 • 4 min read

Are you sure you’re covered? A proactive approach to cyber risk management and insurance coverage

By: Jeffrey Lang, Executive Vice President, Retail Services

By Alison Myers
07 Nov 2024

Benefits News: How employers can tackle the loneliness epidemic

Loneliness isn't just a personal issue—it's a growing workplace challenge. Alison Myers, Executive Vice President of Benefits at Venbrook, shares strategies for employers to support employees' mental well-being and tackle the loneliness epidemic head-on.

By Alison Myers
07 Nov 2024

Digital Insurance Feature: Benefits Think How employers can tackle the loneliness epidemic

How employers can tackle the loneliness epidemic. The future of work is human, so finding ways to connect is crucial, says this benefits expert, Alison Myers.

By Venbrook
30 Oct 2024

Vennsday: Underwriter Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

By Venbrook
23 Oct 2024

Vennsday: Insurance Broker Edition

Happy #Vennsday from your favorite insurance people!

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The Optimized Workplace

In this episode of The Optimized Workplace, host Fran Dean-Bishop, CEO of Aerobodies, sits down with Jennifer Carter Green, the inaugural Director of Wellness at Venbrook.

By Jennifer Green
22 Oct 2024

By Digital Insurance
09 Oct 2024

Podcast: Key strategies for a successful M&A integration

Curious about M&A integration strategies? Tune in as our Founder, President, & CEO, Jason Turner, shares key insights on successful mergers and acquisitions in this Digital Insurance podcast!

By Digital Insurance
17 Sep 2024

4 key strategies to M&A integration success

Mergers and acquisitions play a major role in driving growth and innovation, and a well-thought-out approach...

By Los Angeles Business Journal
16 Sep 2024

On the Move INSURANCE: Oakes

Venbrook Group LLC announced an expansion of the Private Risk Practice with a new West Coast Office and the appointment of Christina Oakes as Executive Vice President.

By Reinsurance News
13 Sep 2024

Venbrook establishes new West Coast office, appoints Christina Oakes as EVP

Venbrook Group, LLC, an independent insurance distribution and services firms in the US, has expanded its Private Risk Practice with the opening of a new West Coast office, and has appointed Christina Oakes as Executive Vice President of the division, based in Los Angeles.

By Insurance Journal
12 Sep 2024

People Moves: Venbrook Names Oakes EVP

Venbrook Names Christina Oakes Executive Vice President

By Claims Journal
12 Sep 2024

Venbrook Opens West Coast Office, Strengthens Private Risk Practice

Venbrook Group LLC is expanding its private risk practice by opening of a new West Coast office.

By Rhonda Turner
10 Sep 2024 • 2 min read

Venbrook Expands West Coast Private Risk Team, Adds Christina Oakes as EVP

Venbrook announced an expansion of the Private Risk Practice with the opening of a new West Coast office, and the appointment of Christina Oakes as Executive Vice President of the division...

Daily Digest: Top news from September 10

A quick roundup of today's need-to-know news, including Covea/Scor and Q2 rates.

10 Sep 2024

By The Insurer
10 Sep 2024

Venbrook hires USI's Oakes for new private risk West Coast office

Venbrook Group has expanded it's private risk practice

By Venbrook
28 Aug 2024 • 4 min read

How Sports Changed My Leadership: 4 Habits that Drive Success

CEO & Founder, Jason Turner, shares how playing sports shaped him as a leader and helped him develop 4 habits for success.

By Rhonda Turner
20 Aug 2024 • 2 min read

Venbrook Named One of the Healthiest Employers in Los Angeles

Venbrook recognized as 2024 Healthiest Employers of Los Angeles, an awards program created to honor people-first organizations...