The Insurance Series
by Confio Insurance
William Freitas, Director of Confio Insurance, welcomes you to The Insurance Series.This series takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of insurance, exploring various types of risks and offering practical insights to help businesses protect themselves. This series will gather industry experts, including underwriters, lawyers, and claim managers to share their experience and expertise.Whether you’re a small business owner or represent a larger corporation, our mission is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to confidently navigate the insurance landscape.
Episodes
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Managing business cyber risk and insurance
In this episode of The Insurance Series, William Freitas speaks with Michael Joseph from Austbrokers Cyber Pro to discuss the current state of cyber insurance and the risks facing businesses in 2025. The conversation explores how cyber policies have developed, the key areas of coverage, and why...
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Property Insurance and Industrial Special Risks
In this episode of The Insurance Series, William Freitas sits down with Anthony Anastasio from Everest Risk Group to unpack the complexities of property insurance and Industrial Special Risk (ISR) policies. They explore how business owners can structure comprehensive commercial property insurance...
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Medical Malpractice Insurance: Managing Professional Risk
In this episode of The Insurance Series, William Freitas sits down with Amanda Smith from Optimum Insurance to discuss the intricacies of medical malpractice insurance and how insurance advisers can help clients in the health and allied services sector manage professional risk. They explore what...
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Trade Credit Insurance Explained
In this episode of The Insurance Series, William Freitas speaks with Ian Markus, Director of Debtor Protect, about the role of trade credit insurance in managing insolvency risk and protecting business cash flow. They discuss how trade credit insurance helps businesses recover from unpaid…
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Global Risks in Directors & Officers Insurance
In this episode of The Insurance Series, Will Freitas sat down with Kevin M. LaCroix of RT Specialty, author of the D&O Diary, to discuss how Directors and Officers insurance is evolving on a global scale. We explore how international trends including AI-related claims, cybersecurity threats ,...
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Underwriting professional indemnity insurance
In this episode of The Insurance Series, Will Freitas speaks with Kym Beazleigh from Markel about his journey into underwriting, the differences between global insurance markets, and how leadership shapes performance. They dive into Markel’s specialist approach in Australia, the evolution of...
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Combining IT Liability and Cyber Insurance
In this episode, Will Freitas is joined by Andrew Sharbeen, Director of Codex Insurance, a specialist underwriting agency with deep expertise in technology and cyber risk. Codex focuses on delivering tailored insurance solutions for technology-driven businesses, with its flagship product…
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Scaffolding Risk and Insurance
In this episode, Will Freitas is joined by Glenn Hanna, from HMD Insurance, to explore the unique risks and insurance challenges faced by the scaffolding industry. Glenn shares how the Scaffolding Association of Australia provides an exclusive liability facility designed specifically for...
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Cyber Insurance: Understanding the Evolving Risk
In this episode of The Insurance Series, Will Freitas is joined by Alex Kerti from Emergence Insurance, an underwriting agency specialising in cyber insurance. Alex outlines why cyber-attacks have become one of the most significant emerging risks for Australian businesses, the sharp rise in...
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Management Liability and Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance
In this episode of The Insurance Series, we dive into the world of Management Liability and Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance with industry expert Mathew Korff from Vector Insurance. Mathew shares insights from his career journey, from underwriting to claims and broking, and explains why every...
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What is Cyber Insurance?
In this episode, we dive into the world of cyber insurance and explore the importance of protecting your business against cyber threats. In an increasingly technology-driven world, it is vital to understand the risks that your business may face in the digital landscape. To fully protect yourself...
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A Guide to Compulsory Insurances
In this episode, we provide an overview of compulsory insurance for small businesses. We explore the different types of insurance your business may need, depending on your specific needs and the state you operate in. Our dedicated Insurance Advisers are here to provide practical advice to assist...
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What is Workers Compensation?
In this episode, we take a closer look at Workers Compensation, a type of insurance that protects employees from work-related injuries and illness. Workers compensation schemes are regulated by the government in each state and are often administered differently. To ensure appropriate compliance…
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Welcome to The Insurance Series
William Freitas, Director of Confio Insurance, welcomes you to The Insurance Series: a series that takes a deep dive into the world of insurance. This series will explore various types of insurance risks and provide practical insights into how businesses can protect themselves. Our guests include...
About this show
William Freitas, Director of Confio Insurance, welcomes you to The Insurance Series.This series takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of insurance, exploring various types of risks and offering practical insights to help businesses protect themselves. This series will gather industry experts, including underwriters, lawyers, and claim managers to share their experience and expertise.Whether you’re a small business owner or represent a larger corporation, our mission is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to confidently navigate the insurance landscape.
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