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Emerging trends

In the news: When It Comes to Protection, It’s Time to Go on Offense

As we reimagine the future of protection, carriers and agents should embrace the idea of going on offense to help customers and clients prevent a loss before it happens. Mark...

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Storm damage insurance claims are on the rise

April 10, 2023

Over the last decade, storm-related costs have steadily increased. The good news is research shows that advanced preparation can reduce financial impact.

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How to prevent distracted driving with technology

April 7, 2023

Heightened awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and the adoption of vehicle safety technologies can significantly reduce costly and deadly crashes caused by distracted driving.

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In the news: Stronger building standards must be the norm

March 15, 2023

Extreme weather effects communities coast to coast, and it’s time for the insurance industry to take a greater role in advocating for strong, enforceable building codes at all levels of government. Mark Berven, shares his thoughts on why the Insurance Institute for Building and Home Safety fortified building standards should be the norm in Insurance Journal.

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Protecting against unemployment fraud

February 27, 2023

Unemployment fraud exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic as billions in federal funding were made available and a spike in claims swamped state workforce agency systems.

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Personal Lines Roundtable Ep. 6: Finding growth opportunities in an ongoing hardening market

January 25, 2023

Hear from experts as they discuss the 2023 economic outlook, how it will affect customers and ways to navigate client conversations.

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Protection is our purpose: Turning obstacles into opportunities in 2022

January 23, 2023

It’s an unprecedented time to be an independent agent. Mark Berven, President and Chief Operating Officer, Nationwide Property & Casualty, looks back at the trends impacting the industry and the significant progress Nationwide made in a few key areas to help you prepare, adapt and grow your business.