In this episode of the Sedgwick Podcast, Kimberly George and Brad Krauss discuss the upcoming RIMS Riskworld 2025 conference in Chicago. They explore the significance of the event for Sedgwick, the importance of networking, and the impact of economic volatility and AI on the industry. The conversation highlights Sedgwick’s initiatives at RIMS, including the Wellness ZENter and engagement strategies for new talent. As they look forward to the event, they emphasize the excitement and opportunities that RIMS presents for professionals in risk management.

Kimberly George, Global Chief Brand Officer at Sedgwick, is joined by Max Koonce, Chief Claims Officer. They discuss the prevalence of mental health claims, inspired by a commentary paper that Max and his team released titled Unveiling the Hidden Struggles: Mental Health and Workers’ Compensation.

Kimberly George, Global Chief Brand Officer, is back in the podcast booth, this time speaking with David Setzkorn, MBA, CPCU, Senior Vice President Workforce Absence & Disability Practice Leader.

Their conversation focused on employee benefits in 2025 and the importance of going beyond what is expected from a company’s benefits to attract and retain the best employees.

Kimberly George, Sedgwick's Global Chief Brand Officer, spoke with Kathy Tazic, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Learning and Development, about new strategies, opportunities, and solutions to support colleague training, development, skills, and more in 2025.

The conversation focused on strategies for talent development at a global level, and the importance of understanding what colleagues need in terms of support for both short-term and long-term growth. As claims management teams continue to evolve, so do training and development programs, and this will require forward-thinking ideas to meet the needs of colleagues, clients, and customers.

As we gear up for National Comp, the conversations around our AI Care Guidance model and Clinical Pathways will be front and center, especially as it pertains to musculoskeletal injuries. Employers who tailor to the specific needs of each injured worker and address them holistically will witness positive outcomes. But it takes a patient-centric approach with the right partner to get there. In this podcast, Beth Burry and Josephine Copeland weigh in on the use of technology to identify claims that can benefit from clinical intervention, the types of data that are most beneficial, and how we can develop unique clinical care pathways specific to the injury types and employee needs. Tune in and be sure to connect with us at National Comp.

In today's rapidly evolving market, electric vehicle (EV) safety has become a significant focus. The unique aspects of EVs, such as their complex electrical systems and battery components, necessitate a different approach to property loss adjustment compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles. In this podcast, hear from Barry Porter, Quality Team Lead, about advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), the integration of telematics data and more.

There are countless risks that theatres and theatre productions might be exposed to that could result in an insurance claim. In fact, in recent months, there have been some high-profile examples in the UK of unfortunate cast injuries. In this podcast, hear from Sedgwick adjuster, Freddie Cambanakis, and guest speaker, Tome Levi about best practices when it comes to mitigating risks, ways to stay ahead of changing audience trends and which emerging trends to keep an eye on next year.

The litigation landscape is always evolving, with suits being filed sooner than in the past. What factors are contributing to this change? Which strategies can help avoid litigation altogether? What other liability trends should the market keep an eye on this year? Hear from Steve Ellis, VP of Liability and Max Koonce, Chief Claims Officer in this podcast about plaintiff bar tactics, data analytics, AI-led decision making, ADAS and more. 

When you hear the words "artificial intelligence" you might feel hesitant and confused or excited and optimistic. In this podcast, we’re joined by Leah Cooper, Global Chief Digital Officer and Josephine Copeland, SVP, Product Design and Strategy, who weigh in on the history of artificial intelligence (AI), dive deep into the ways that AI is being used in the managed care space, share how to manage client expectations and more.

Ketamine has long been used as a procedural anesthesia, but according to some experts, it has the potential to treat pain conditions like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and more. In this podcast, Dr. Reema Hammoud, AVP, Clinical Pharmacy and Utilization Review and Dr. Teresa Bartlett, Managing Director, Managed Care weigh in on the risks and side effects of Ketamine, explore the research, share examples of medical versus recreational usage, and compare it to other medications.