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Building resilience: Why modern building codes are essential

Learn why modern building codes are vital for protecting properties from increasingly frequent and severe weather events. Join us in advocating for resilient communities and explore valuable insights in our...

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Nailing it down at IBHS: How FORTIFIED roofs and aging shingles impact building resilience

April 28, 2025

Mark Berven, President and COO of Nationwide Property & Casualty, rolls up his sleeves at the IBHS Research Center to learn what makes a roof truly resilient. With Shawn Macomber, IBHS Construction & Facilities Manager, Mark tries his hand at installing FORTIFIED roofing components. Later, with IBHS Chief Engineer Anne Cope, Mark tours the "roof aging farm," to explore how shingles deteriorate over time. Watch the videos.

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Addressing fall protection for the construction industry

April 25, 2025

Falls continue to be a leading cause of serious injury and death in construction. Implementing a formal fall protection program can help construction businesses keep employees safe. Nationwide resources are available to help the industry.

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Water losses are impacting contractors of all sizes and trades

October 14, 2024

Water damage is one of the most common and costly causes of loss on construction jobsites. While plumbers and HVAC contractors are at higher risk, Nationwide data shows 40% of claims involve contractors across other trades. Nationwide’s Construction Water Mitigation Program can help contractors of all sizes and trades implement a formal program and mitigate these losses.

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Discover the science behind resilient structures: Mark Berven’s visit to IBHS

September 9, 2024

Mark Berven, President, and COO of Nationwide Property & Casualty visits the IBHS Research Center to explore the science behind resilient building practices. This video offers an inside look at the incredible work IBHS does to protect structures against the impact of severe weather events. Agents play a critical role in helping clients understand these advancements, ensuring they’re better protected.

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Video: Mark Berven and NAMIC on the value of collaborative risk mitigation

February 14, 2024

Mark Berven, President and COO of Nationwide Property & Casualty, and Erin Collins, Senior Vice President, State and Policy Affairs for the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC), sit down to discuss the importance of protecting homes and businesses from the impacts of severe weather.

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In the news: The time to modernize building codes, protect communities is now

February 9, 2024

Mark Berven, President and COO, Nationwide Property & Casualty, discusses the imperative of modernizing building codes in Insurance Journal. Explore insights on legislative action, challenges posed by climate risks, and the pivotal role of insurance leaders in fostering a resilient future.