Lockton as a Verb

Whether it is a ransomware attack on a critical pipeline, or the uncertain liability implications of the “SPAC” boom, human beings at diverse organizations are facing the same questions: how do we quantify the risks that we face and how should we deploy our precious resources to mitigate that risk and/or transfer it to insurance companies? In the world of cyber security and executive risk, where losses are infrequent but potentially devastating, we talk with Colin White, Analytics Director for Lockton Financial Services, about strategies and tools Lockton has developed to empower those human beings to make confident decisions based on ever-imperfect, ever-improving information.  

COVID-19 accelerated the desire to do things digitally, from a distance. For example, the growth of ordering groceries online. This shift to digital has massively impacted healthcare starting with telemedicine and going from there. On this episode, Dr. Tom Diaz, Chief Clinical Technology Officer and Medical Director for Lockton Dunning Benefits, walks us through the shift, its facilitation of healthcare innovation, and how it makes everyone better in the process.

Retirement can be a difficult thing to think about. There is so much detail and charting out the rest of your life seems quieting. This is also true for individuals charged with oversight of a company’s retirement fund, particularly if it is a Defined Benefit plan. If the phrase, “Defined Benefit,” has already left you confused, then Lockton’s Director of Defined Benefit Advisory, Dan Lennington, will fill in the blanks. At the end of our chat you’ll know defined benefit, defined contribution, and the dynamic opportunities for Defined Benefit plans.

Since Lockton’s inception, surety has been at its core. Jack Lockton founded his company as a construction and surety brokerage more than 50 years ago. Today, Lockton is one of the largest surety brokers in the world. Patrick Pribyl, Lockton’s National Surety Practice Leader, walks us through the group's history, its founding principles of service and data, and how Lockton still applies those today.

The internet is endless information, connectivity, and ultimately, risk. Our conversation today is about not letting that risk deter us from innovating in the most compelling ways. The secret? Thinking critically and building understanding. Lockton’s Cyber and Technology Practice Lead, Anthony Dagostino, will share how to do just that.

Access to vaccines is increasing quickly thanks to the hard work of many across the globe. As we vaccinate through groups like first responders, employers should begin to consider their role in this process. What is the right strategy for their on-site workforce and how will it impact their work site? Paula Day, Lockton’s Director of HR Compliance Consulting, walks us through these complex and important issues.

Whether it's your family's favorite dessert, the historical significance of sharing a meal, or even its impact on the idioms we use; there is something special about food and beverage. Yet, we do not frequently think of the ecosystem that makes these things possible. Today’s guest, Matt Klein, Lockton’s Food and Beverage Practice Leader, walks us through that ecosystem, explaining the power of its people and the unique challenges they face. 

In this episode, Amit Mantrow, Lockton’s Chief Data and Analytics Officer describes the key to success in the modern workplace—applied data. He shares how companies use information to drive wisdom at all levels and why it's so important for innovation.

History is full of moments when people innovated their way out of the unknown. In the face of the unthinkable during 2020, we adapted our lives and livelihood, but like any other massive change this response introduced different risks than before. Mark Moitoso, EVP-Risk Practices, walks us through some of the larger innovations during this time, the correlated changes to risk, and what he believes will stay around long term.

For many, investing in themselves emotionally seemed nice, but not necessary. COVID changed that with seismic increases to our daily mental health burdens. Now both people and companies are reaching for creative ways they can foster personal growth, resilience, and a strong mindset. At Lockton, Stacie Engelmann is one of the leaders looking for new ways to support those initiatives for our people. She shares what it takes to support people becoming their best selves.