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25 Jun 2024 | Another Way of Looking at Risk: Alternative Risk Transfer | 00:17:58 | |
Clients are always looking for new protection solutions in a changing marketplace. Alternative risk transfer (ART) offers alternative solutions that can help them manage risk and access capital more effectively. Host and Head of Strategy & Program Management Office, Commercial Risk EMEA and London GBC, Natalia Svirshchevsky, is joined by Rob Kemp, strategic broking director, EMEA, and Guy Malyon, strategic broking director, EMEA, for a look at the ins and outs of ART.
Additional Resources: Capabiliity Overview of Risk Transfer Tweetables:
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13 Jun 2022 | 31: On Aon’s Vision for Digital Transformation with James Platt | 00:16:09 | |
This year marks 70 years of Queen Elizabeth II reign, Queen of Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the Commonwealth. This exciting milestone brings the chance to reflect on how life would've been very different in 1952, especially as we think about technology, and the progress it has made. Together, host Alexandra Lewis and Aon’s Chief Operating Officer James Platt discuss how far technology has advanced since Queen Elizabeth first took the throne. They also talk about how Aon is prioritizing innovation and digitization to help support clients and colleagues, as well as how Aon is building its technology operations to help support innovation at a larger scale.
Additional Resources: Aon’s James Platt On How Data Can Drive Business Growth The One Brief: The Details of Data: Using Technology for Better Analysis Tweetables:
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15 Nov 2021 | 17: On Aon’s M&A and Transaction Solutions with Alistair Lester | 00:21:38 | |
Merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions are increasing – in frequency and complexity, according to Aon’s M&A C-Suite report and insights. Dealmakers have rarely experienced a period like this; each quarter since late 2020 seems to set new records in terms of global deal value or volume, as recovery in M&A activity from the lows of the COVID-19 pandemic continues. In this episode of “On Aon,” host Julia Olivares, Head of Internal Communications, Aon Australia, is joined by Aon’s Global Co-CEO of M&A and Transactions Solutions Alistair Lester for a discussion about Aon's M&A and Transaction Solutions and Aon’s recent report. Together they review the key values and risks associated with M&A, the main factors that have contributed to the growing complexities in the M&A space and how the ways in which dealmakers define and calculate “value” have evolved.
Additional Resources: Don’t miss the full M&A C-Suite series, and press release. Find more M&A and Transaction Solutions insights here. ICYMI, episode 8 featured Lewis Lee, CEO of Aon’s Intellectual Property Solutions, discussing intellectual property valuation. Listen here. Tweetables: “We’re bringing the huge capital of the insurance industry to bear in a slightly different context by deploying insurance instruments in M&A deals.” — Alistair Lester “These are issues that are affecting policies, whether they’re doing a multi-billion-dollar transaction or a single figure, million-dollar transaction.” — Alistair Lester “We believe ESG due diligence will become as important as financial due diligence in the very near future.” — Alistair Lester | |||
21 Jan 2025 | Using Data and Analytics to Improve Health Outcomes | 00:16:34 | |
Healthcare costs are surging, and organizations are under pressure to strike a balance between employee expectations and the financial sustainability of their benefits programs. This special “On Aon” episode examines what’s behind these rising costs and what companies can do to tackle these risks in the new year. Experts in this episode: Meghan Rausch, Analytics Solution Development and Commercialization Leader
Additional Resources: The Global Medical Trend Rates Report 2025 Helping Employers Navigate the Rise in High-Cost Medical Claims Key Trends in U.S. Benefits for 2024 and Beyond
Tweetables: “It’s really important that employers have strategies in place to try to get ahead of these increasing costs and plan for them.” — Meghan Rausch “Employers need to know their future risk, not base their strategy on their historical risk.” — Meghan Rausch “Employers need to look toward the future as they’re trying to manage some of these risks.” — Meghan Rausch | |||
13 Mar 2023 | 48: On Aon's Game Plan for Switching from Defense to Offense in Managing Risk with Greg Case | 00:26:31 | |
On this week’s episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer Andy Weitz is joined by Aon’s CEO Greg Case for a discussion about themes impacting the firm, clients and colleagues. They also explore the risks leaders will continue to face in 2023 and how Aon is helping turn those risks into opportunities.
Additional Resources: On Aon Ep. 21: On Aon’s Conversation with CEO Greg Case Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey 2023 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight On Aon Ep. 47: On Aon's Insights on Navigating and Preparing for Catastrophes with Michal Lörinc and Dominic Probyn 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey The One Brief: Greg Case: How Business Leaders Are Preparing for the “Great Volatility” Tweetables:
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24 Jul 2023 | On Aon Insights: Building Belonging in the Workplace | 00:06:57 | |
Today, companies know that helping employees feel their best benefits the overall health of the organization. A sense of belonging allows people to feel connected in the workplace. This episode of the “On Aon Insights” podcast series features host Sheena Singh, senior vice president in Aon’s healthcare industry vertical, and expert Suzanne Courtney, associate partner for Aon's Talent Solutions in EMEA. Together, they highlight the critical role that a sense of belonging plays in individual health and wellbeing and how an increased focus on belonging benefits both workforce resilience and business performance.
Additional Resources: Aon Insights: Belonging at Work: How Employers can Strengthen DE&I
Aon Insights: Workforce Resilience
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in the Workplace
On Aon Insights Ep 1: Workforce Resilience as a Concept
On Aon Insights Ep 2: Reskilling and Upskilling Talent
On Aon Insights Ep 3: Training the Manager for the Future of Work
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“If we know whether people are wired for belonging, it can actually help us build more resilience in the workplace.” — Suzanne Courtney | |||
31 Jul 2023 | 57: On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 3: Measuring Wellbeing with Rachel Fellowes and Nic Marks | 00:25:24 | |
The happiness and wellbeing of team members is critical to the success of any organization. But many leaders struggle to know how to measure wellbeing in ways that provide insights and inspire change. In the third episode of the Better Being Series, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by Nic Marks, The Happiness Expert, CEO and founder of Friday Pulse, for a conversation about happiness data and why measuring wellbeing in organizations is a critical first step to improving it.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s Human Sustainability Index (HSI) On Aon’s Better Being Series – Part 1: Human Sustainability with Rachel Fellowes and Lisa Stevens Additional resources from Nic Marks: Tweetables:
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23 Jan 2024 | On Aon Discusses the Rising Risks of Human Capital with Joe Peiser and Lambros Lambrou | 00:12:19 | |
The 2023 Aon Global Risk Management Survey (GRMS) asked nearly 3,000 business leaders around the world about their approach toward risk, as well as the steps they are taking to manage them. Host and Aon’s Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Risk, Joe Peiser, welcomes Lambros Lambrou, chief executive officer, Human Capital, for a discussion on the survey results and the rising risk of human capital, climate, cyber risk and AI.
Additional Resources: Aon’s Global Risk Management Survey Inside P&C: Cyber risk, BI remain top risks for carriers: Aon Tweetables:
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01 Aug 2022 | 33: On Aon’s Advice for Clients During Hurricane Season With Jill Dalton and Michael Panfil | 00:16:19 | |
Hurricane season is here, and Aon is proactively working to ensure that clients are prepared for the impacts these storms could have on their businesses. This week’s host, Aon’s SVP for Health Solutions, Healthcare Industry Vertical, Sheena Singh, is joined by Managing Director of Aon's U.S. Property Risk Consulting Group, Jill Dalton, and Aon’s Global Practice Leader of Property Risk Control and Engineering, Michael Panfil, for a conversation about how they’re advising clients in the face of this year’s hurricane season and how their advice is changing with the effects of climate change.
Additional Resources: Hurricane and Natural Catastrophe Planning and Response Site 2021 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report Tech Radio: Catastrophe analysis with Aon’s Steve Bowen Global Catastrophe Recap: 1H 2022 Tweetables:
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14 May 2024 | Better Being Series Dives into Women’s Health | 00:24:19 | |
Aon studies show that 83 percent of companies now have a wellbeing strategy in place and prioritize employee health. In today’s Better Being episode, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by Orthopedic Sports Surgeon and Founder and CEO of Precision Longevity, Dr. Vonda Wright, MD, MS, for a discussion on women’s health – specifically, menopause. They explore the importance of bringing both men and women into the conversation about the impact of menopause on a woman’s physical and mental health as well as careers.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Dr. Vonda Wright Resources: Tweetables:
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12 Sep 2024 | Special Edition: Preparing Business for Changing Weather | 00:14:44 | |
As weather intensifies, leaders increasingly look to climate and weather mitigation strategies. But weather can often take a backseat to other risks of technology, trade, and workforce. This special “On Aon” episode explores a powerful tool for weather risk: parametric insurance. Experts in this episode:
Additional Resources: Climate Analytics Unlock Capital to Protect People and Property 2024 Client Trends Report: Better Decisions in Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce On Aon Special Edition: 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey On Aon Special Edition: Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey Tweetables:
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29 Oct 2024 | Better Being Series: Understanding Burnout in the Workplace | 00:28:46 | |
Burnout is on the rise everywhere. Understanding and managing burnout not only benefits employees but also improves the bottom line. Today’s Better Being episode focuses on the increasing dangers of burnout, warning signs that burnout is building and strategies for preventing – rather than merely coping with – the work stressors that lead to burnout. Experts in this episode:
Additional Resources: Better Being Series: Are You Taking Care of Your Digital Wellbeing? Better Being Series Dives into Women’s Health Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Christina Maslach Resources: UC Berkeley Psychology Website Maslach Burnout Inventory™ (MBI) Tweetables:
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31 Oct 2022 | 39: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part One with Eric Andersen and Leslie Follmer | 00:24:24 | |
Over the next three weeks, we’ll hear from Aon colleagues on how economic challenges are impacting all solutions, clients and colleagues in a special edition weekly takeover of the “On Aon” podcast. This week, Aon’s President, Eric Andersen, and Aon’s Head of Investor Relations and ESG, Leslie Follmer, sit down with host and Aon’s North America CEO, Jennifer Bell, for a conversation about the challenges that organizations are facing given increased economic volatility.
Additional Resources: Making Better Decisions in Uncertain Times: Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey Increasing Inflation: Key Considerations for Employers Looking to Provide Better Support The Impact of Inflation on Employee Benefits and Considerations for Businesses Inflation is Influencing Business Risk Management — Take Steps to Mitigate its Impact Tweetables:
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13 Feb 2023 | 46: On Aon’s Approach to Helping Clients Navigate DE&I in the Workplace with Dr. Avneet Kaur | 00:21:56 | |
From benefits and training to compensation and talent development, organizations around the globe are striving to embed diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) into their offerings and policies. This week’s host and Senior Vice President, Chief Broking Officer and National Leader of Growth and Client Engagement for Health Solutions at Aon, Joey Raheb, welcomes Aon’s Head of Advisory and Specialty Practice for EMEA Health Solutions, Dr. Avneet Kaur, for a conversation on DE&I in the workplace and what Aon’s 2022 Global DE&I Survey uncovered about how effective DE&I efforts are and where they still need to improve.
Additional Resources: Unleash: D,E&I policies must include older workers HR Dive: Highly engaged companies have broader DEI programs, study says | |||
22 Oct 2024 | Why Supply Chain Security is Crucial for Transportation Companies | 00:15:08 | |
Supply chains are coming under pressure from major geopolitical events, advancements in AI technology and climate change. In this episode of On Aon, experts discuss the steps transportation and logistics businesses can take to improve their supply chain security. Featured in this episode:
Additional Resources: Transportation and Logistics Industry Overview Aon Insights: Transportation and Logistics Tweetables:
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24 Sep 2024 | Tackling Climate Risk to Build Economic Resilience | 00:15:49 | |
With record heatwaves, drought, wildfire and other perils, how can the insurance industry protect and fuel innovation in the face of climate challenges? Featured in this episode: Petra Schmidt, global industry leader, Enterprise Client Group
Additional Resources: Special Edition: Preparing Business for Changing Weather Climate Analytics Unlock Capital to Protect People and Property 2024 Client Trends Report: Better Decisions in Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce Tweetables:
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20 Sep 2021 | 13: SPECIAL EDITION: On Aon’s Nicklaus-Jacklin Award with Bones Mackay and Paul McGinley | 00:23:23 | |
There is no golfing event quite as significant and unique as the Ryder Cup. From the unusual team selection to Aon’s awarding of the inaugural Nicklaus-Jacklin Award, this event is highly anticipated and thoroughly enjoyed around the world. In this special edition of “On Aon,” Aon’s CEO of EMEA, Eduardo Dávila, welcomes two special guests: Aon Ambassador, former PGA TOUR and U.S. Ryder Cup Team caddie and NBC Sports Commentator Jim “Bones” Mackay, as well as Irish professional golfer and Ryder Cup former Team member and Past Captain Paul McGinley. They talk about sportsmanship, partnership, making better decisions and the Ryder Cup—happening this week at Whistling Straits.
About the Nicklaus-Jacklin Award: The Nicklaus-Jacklin Award presented by Aon commemorates the famous Nicklaus-Jacklin Ryder Cup ‘concession’ in 1969. The award recognizes a player from both the U.S. and European Ryder Cup teams who best embodies the spirit of the Ryder Cup and better decision-making. Recipients of the inaugural award will be selected by a committee consisting of Jack Nicklaus, Tony Jacklin, other past European and U.S. Ryder Cup Captains, representatives from Sky and NBC Sports and Carlo Clavarino, Executive Chairman, International, Aon. Learn more. Additional Resources: History of the Sept. 20, 1969 concession. More information on: Jack Nicklaus, Tony Jacklin, Bones Mackay and Paul McGinley And meet Eduardo Dávila, CEO of EMEA at Aon. Aon also sponsors the Aon Risk Reward Challenge, a season-long competition across the PGA and LPGA Tours that highlights golf’s best strategic decision makers. Learn more about Aon’s golf partnerships. Tweetables: “I’ve got nothing but really good experiences and memories of my Ryder Cup career.” — Paul McGinley “My one goal was to caddie in a Ryder Cup.” — Bones Mackay “It’s easy to go down rabbit holes and look for marginal gains…but we mustn’t lose sight of what the big factors are.” — Paul McGinley “At Aon we try to caddie for our clients. We are trying to advise them and be the trusted advisor that they will follow.” — Eduardo Dávila | |||
05 Jul 2022 | 32: On Aon’s ESG Impact Report with Leslie Follmer and Lisa Stevens | 00:24:27 | |
Aon’s 2021 ESG Impact Report highlights the many ways Aon continues to advance its ESG strategy, capabilities and solutions to enable better decisions that help build a better world. This week’s host, Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer, Andy Weitz, joins Aon’s Head of Investor Relations and ESG Leslie Follmer and Aon’s Chief People Officer and Head of Global Human Capital Solutions Lisa Stevens for a conversation about the report and Aon’s ESG initiatives. This episode was recorded live on June 8, in front of a live virtual audience, during Aon’s Global Impact Week. A special thank you to all colleagues who tuned in live to watch!
Additional Resources: Better Decisions For A Better World: Aon’s 2021 ESG Impact Report Aon Announces the Aon United Growth Ownership Plan For Colleagues HR Executive: Meet Aon’s first chief wellbeing officer’ Tweetables:
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08 Oct 2024 | Client Spotlight: Building a Cyber-Resilient Supply Chain | 00:19:21 | |
How can businesses keep abreast of the evolving cyber risk landscape — especially when it comes to supply chain and regulatory trends? In this week’s episode, Cristina Palomo from Schneider Electric, Aon’s client, discusses new regulations, the changing landscape around cyber risk and how companies can successfully manage a cyber crisis. Featured in this episode:
Additional Resources: Overcoming the Reputational Cost of Cyber Attacks: The 10-Day Plan Tweetables:
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17 May 2021 | 4: On Aon’s Inclusion and Diversity Efforts with Jennifer Bell and Eduardo Dávila | 00:20:59 | |
For Aon to do its best work on behalf of clients, colleagues must be able to work, express, be and live in a way that is true to themselves. With that in mind, in 2020 Aon formed the Global Inclusive Leadership Council (GILC). One year after the establishment of the Council, GILC Co-Chairs Jennifer Bell and Eduardo Dávila join the latest episode of the “On Aon” podcast for a conversation about the present state and future plans for inclusion and diversity (I&D) at Aon. Andrea O'Leary, Senior Director, Culture and Change at Aon and herself a member of GILC, hosts.
Additional Resources: Inclusion and Diversity at Aon More information on the Global Inclusive Leadership Council HR Director media coverage: “Role models are essential to change perceptions” Tweetables: “When you think about what we’re trying to accomplish as a firm, it really revolves around action and impact.” — Jennifer Bell “We are working together to make Aon an even more inclusive and diverse place of work.” — Eduardo Dávila “Inclusion and diversity are at the heart of our mission and what we’re trying to accomplish.” — Eduardo Dávila “We’re connecting to the GILC globally to continue to collaborate, partner and accelerate where we want to be as a firm.” — Jennifer Bell “Make intentional connections by getting involved in at least one BRG today.” — Eduardo Dávila | |||
13 Dec 2021 | 19: On Aon’s 2021 Global Risk Management Survey with Rory Moloney | 00:21:23 | |
The results of Aon’s Global Risk Management Survey showcase the main risks that businesses are facing today. This year’s results highlighted the interconnectivity of risk, and the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had across all threats. With more reliance on technology than ever before, cyber risk reached its highest rank since the inception of the survey, as the #1 concern among risk managers. The findings of this survey not only shed light on the risks that are top of mind, but also how Aon can help clients address and mitigate them. In this episode of “On Aon,” host and Senior Vice President, Health Solutions Joey Raheb welcomes Chief Operating Officer and Head of Strategic Client Advisory for Aon’s Large Account Segment Rory Moloney for a look at the results of the study and the impact it has on Aon.
Additional Resources: 2021 Global Risk Management Survey 2021 Global Risk Management Survey Press Release 2021 CEO Better Decisions Research Tweetables: “This survey has helped shape our Aon United approach to helping clients manage those connected risks.” — Rory Moloney “What you don’t want to do is wait until you have enough events so that you understand the risk.” — Rory Moloney “The ripple effect of the pandemic has been both direct and indirect and it’s shaping our concerns of the future.” — Rory Moloney | |||
07 Mar 2022 | 24: On Aon’s Commitment to Gender Equity in Sports with Mollie Marcoux Samaan and Hannah Green | 00:13:51 | |
The Aon Risk Reward Challenge is a unique, season-long competition across the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour that highlights the game’s best players while celebrating the achievements of both men and women. On this special episode of the “On Aon” podcast, Aon’s Chief Executive Officer, North America, Jennifer Bell has an important conversation with Mollie Marcoux Samaan, commissioner, LPGA Tour, and Hannah Green, LPGA Tour professional and 2021 Aon Risk Reward Challenge winner, about gender equity in sports and how Aon’s Risk Reward Challenge is bringing attention to this issue.
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Hannah Green Wins The LPGA Tour Aon Risk Reward Challenge And $1 Million Prize Aon Announces First-Of-Its-Kind, Season-Long Golf Competition In Partnership With PGA TOUR And LPGA Aon’s Risk Reward Challenge Recognized For Providing Equal Opportunity To PGA And LPGA Tour Members
Tweetables: “Sometimes in sports it’s just accepted that women will get paid less, and Aon has really stepped up and asked why?” — Mollie Marcoux Samaan
“It’s really nice that Aon has stepped up and finally made a move in helping all of us women.” — Hannah Green
“What are other things that we can do to provide great opportunities for these remarkable athletes and get people changing their mindset?” — Mollie Marcoux Samaan | |||
07 Nov 2022 | 40: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part Two with Joe Peiser | 00:32:31 | |
Over the course of three weeks, we’ll hear from Aon colleagues on how economic challenges are impacting all solutions, clients and colleagues in a special edition takeover of the “On Aon” podcast. This week, Aon’s U.S. President, Charles Philpott, and Aon’s North America Commercial Risk Leader, Joe Peiser, discuss insights from risk markets and clients, and what risk managers should be thinking about when facing increased economic volatility.
Additional Resources: Aon's Global Market Insights Report Q2 2022 Making Better Decisions in Uncertain Times: Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey Inflation is Influencing Business Risk Management — Take Steps to Mitigate its Impact Tweetables:
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17 Jan 2023 | 44: On Aon’s Spotlight on Inclusion and Diversity with Jamal Evans and Austin Raymond | 00:21:26 | |
Episode 44: On Aon’s Spotlight on Inclusion and Diversity with Jamal Evans and Austin Raymond Together We Can Be The Dream. Welcome to a new podcast series, brought to you by Aon and Liberty Mutual. On Aon brings you the first in this podcast series, centering on the inclusion and diversity perceptions, promises and practices in corporate America. This week’s host, Insurance Business’ recent America’s 2022 Rising Star Award recipient and Director of External Engagement at Spencer Educational Foundation Tandeka Nomvete, welcomes Jamal Evans, Temple University senior majoring in Risk Management and Insurance and Austin Raymond, senior at the Honors College at Towson University majoring in mathematics with an emphasis in Actuarial Science and Risk Management. Together, they discuss some of Dr. Martin Luther King’s famous quotes as they apply in the setting of preparing for the interview, internship and employment process in the risk management industry.
Find more episodes of Together We Can Be The Dream here. Additional Resources: Tweetables:
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27 Dec 2021 | 20: On Aon's 2022 Predictions Featuring Global Risk Experts | 00:13:34 | |
As we look ahead to 2022, we asked several colleagues at Aon what trends clients should be thinking about heading into the New Year. From the importance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations, to heightened climate change impacts and cybersecurity risk, the final episode of 2021 offers some predictions for the new year and guidance on how to prepare for what is to come.
Additional Resources: 2021 Global Risk Management Survey 2021 Cyber Security Risk Report Tweetables: “We do anticipate a more stable marketplace in 2022 for our clients, with the exception of cyber.” — Christine Williams “ESG is presenting enormous challenges, as well as opportunities, for those who can get it right.” — Jennifer Richards “I expect to continue to see runway in relevance as employers look at how to best shape the right programs, benefits and support options for their employees.” — Violetta Ostafin “It’s really important to look at the holistic corporate portfolio, new and old, and make better decisions based on the information you have.” — Rory Moloney “It’s highly likely that we’ll continue to see more of these very unusual types of weather events, which are leading to even greater levels of damage than we’ve seen before in the past.” — Steve Bowen “The short answer is that for 2022, we expect an extension of the trend we saw in 2021, and that is that insurance continues to become more relevant to more individuals than it has in the recent past.” — Christina Hopper | |||
07 Nov 2023 | 62: On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 5: Mental Health at Work and the Importance of Creating Kinder Cultures with Rachel Fellowes and David Beeney | 00:31:00 | |
While companies around the world increase their focus on mental health in the workplace, the stigma surrounding mental health continues to challenge leaders and employees alike. In the fifth episode of our Better Being series, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by mental health consultant and founder of Breaking the Silence, David Beeney, for a conversation about mental health and why creating a kinder work culture is so important.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey David Beeney Resources UK Mental Health Support/Contacts US Mental Health Support/Contacts Tweetables:
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04 Oct 2021 | 14: On Aon’s Brand Story and Purpose with Kelli Clark and Stuart Green | 00:19:44 | |
What motivates Aon colleagues to show up for their clients every day? Why do we do what we do and what do we deliver to our stakeholders? How do we bring solutions to life for our clients? The answers to these big questions can be found in the exciting recent announcements that galvanize around Aon’s strategic future. In this episode of “On Aon,” host Fernanda Joaquim welcomes Aon’s Chief Culture Officer Kelli Clark and Global Head of Brand Stuart Green for a conversation about Aon’s efforts to shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. They discuss Aon’s longstanding tradition of excellence, recent changes and exciting announcements about ways that Aon is working to elevate the purpose, proposition and people shaping Aon's brand experience.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website, featuring the new brand Learn more about Aon’s purpose and values here: Who we are Watch our Aon Story video Report: Helping Organizations Chart a Course for the New Better Dive into our recent survey of 800 global C-Suite leaders, “A New Approach to Volatility: The Importance of Making Better Decisions.” More on the Aon United Growth Ownership Plan for colleagues Tweetables: “In many ways the relevance of Aon should be stronger than ever.” — Stuart Green “Our colleagues are passionate about serving clients.” — Kelli Clark “We aim to present Aon to the world in a way that amplifies our purpose and proposition.” — Stuart Green “It’s incredible to see how far we’ve come… but we’re really only at the beginning as we continue this evolution.” — Kelli Clark | |||
09 Apr 2024 | Understanding Pay Transparency Regulations | 00:15:57 | |
Around the world, governments are introducing regulations to ensure fair payment for every employee. But the transition from basic regulatory compliance to sustainable pay transparency solutions remains a challenge. Host and Aon’s Head of Talent Solutions, North America, Brooke Green, welcomes Aon’s Head of Rewards and Career Advisory, North America, Kelly Voss, for a conversation about advancing pay equity and transparency.
Additional Resources: Understanding and Preparing for the Rise in Pay Transparency Five Big Human Resources Trends to Watch in 2024 Webinar: The Five Top HR Trends to Watch for in 2024 Mastering Pay Transparency to Bridge the Gender Wage Divide Tweetables:
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02 May 2024 | Special Edition: Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report | 00:08:54 | |
Businesses today face unprecedented volatility and complexity driven by profound transitions – or megatrends – across Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce. In this episode, Aon President Eric Andersen speaks with Aon’s Lambros Lambrou, CEO of Human Capital, and Andy Marcell, CEO of Risk Capital, about the megatrends highlighted in Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report and opportunities for business leaders to take action on interconnected risk and people issues.
Additional Resources: Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report Aon Unveils Client Trends Report Highlighting Interconnected Risk And People Issues Aon’s 2023/2024 Global Risk Management Survey Special Edition: Aon CEO Greg Case on 2024 and Evolving to Serve Clients Tweetables:
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12 Sep 2022 | 36: On Aon’s Check-In on Wellbeing with Rachel Fellowes and Lucy Bousfield | 00:26:58 | |
Wellbeing has become an increasingly important topic for businesses to address, but many may not understand what wellbeing actually means for employees. The thoughtful message of wellbeing to both employees and future talent is more important to address now than ever before. This week’s host, Nicole Presperin, Aon’s head of global growth strategies and planning, Reinsurance Solutions, is joined by Rachel Fellowes, Aon’s chief wellbeing officer, and Lucy Bousfield, Aon’s head of global talent acquisition, for a conversation about wellbeing at Aon and how the firm is addressing the wellbeing needs of colleagues.
Additional Resources: Rachel Fellowes Named Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer Aon Health and Wellbeing Resources On Aon Podcast Episode 26: On Aon’s Approach to Wellbeing With Anthony Scattone and Kelli Clark HR Executive: Meet Aon’s first chief wellbeing officer Tweetables:
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20 Jun 2023 | 55: On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 2: Physical Wellbeing and Resilience with Rachel Fellowes and Daniel Scott | 00:27:46 | |
Resilience has a major impact on mental health, productivity, agility and sense of belonging, which is why the Better Being series aims to address the actions we can take to build both team and individual resilience. In this second episode of the Better Being series, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by former Aon Partnerships Marketing Intern and now NFL Indianapolis Colts Safety, Daniel Scott, for a conversation about physical wellbeing and resilience. Together, they discuss the importance of focusing on your physical and physiological health, the value of intentional rest and practical tips for developing a stronger mindset.
*Please note, this episode was recorded prior to the NFL draft and before Daniel Scott’s signing with the Indianapolis Colts. Additional Resources: Aon’s website Episode 51: On Aon’s Better Being Series – Part 1: Human Sustainability with Rachel Fellowes and Lisa Stevens Aon’s Human Sustainability Index (HSI) Daniel Scott's social media handles: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram Indianapolis Colts Website: Tweetables:
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12 Sep 2023 | 59: On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 4: Managing Loss and Grief with Rachel Fellowes and Julia Samuel | 00:32:24 | |
Grief is rarely discussed at work, yet it affects all of us at some point. In the fourth episode of our Better Being Series, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by psychotherapist, author and podcaster Julia Samuel for a discussion about the impact of grief in the workplace. Together, they discuss ways managers can support their grieving team members, the power of leaning into collective grief and resources to help anyone experiencing or supporting others through the grieving process.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s Human Sustainability Index (HSI) Julia Samuel’s Additional Resources:
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06 Sep 2021 | 12: On Aon's Work Helping Businesses Navigate COVID-19 with Chief Medical Officer Dr. Neal Mills | 00:20:49 | |
Companies today are faced with the staggering task of developing return-to-office plans while navigating the ever-changing threat of COVID-19. What are the right return-to-office policies regarding vaccination requirements and in-person work exemptions that will best ensure the safety of the community at large? To help understand these evolving guidelines, on this episode of “On Aon,” host Andrea O'Leary, Aon’s Senior Director of Culture and Change, welcomes Aon’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Neal Mills. They discuss the challenges and possibilities that are still facing all of us as businesses respond to the latest developments in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Additional Resources: COVID-19 Pulse Survey: U.S. Vaccination Trends COVID Isn’t Gone: What Employers Need to Know About the Delta Variant Aon Webinar: Tactical and Logistical Planning for COVID-19 Vaccinations Looking for more from Dr. Mills? He shared insights on The One Brief about Delta and other COVID-19 variants. Dr. Mills and many other Aon clinicians have also played integral roles in the global Work, Travel and Convene coalitions. See Dr. Mill’s recent media coverage in Fortune, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Business Journals, CNBC Make It and CBS News. Tweetables: “This pandemic situation is so dynamic. There is so much information changing and it’s all happening in real time.” — Dr. Neal Mills “We need to be more vigilant right now than we have ever been.” — Dr. Neal Mills “The work and innovation that is going to come out of this collaboration is going to be staggering.” — Dr. Neal Mills | |||
12 Nov 2024 | Special Edition: Building a Total Rewards Plan for Every Employee | 00:14:26 | |
In this special “On Aon” episode, we take a closer look at one of the four key client megatrends impacting organizations around the world: the workforce. With new skills gaps emerging and employee preferences shifting, the pressure is on for business leaders to reimagine their rewards programs — including healthcare. Our experts focus on the current state of healthcare affordability, its impact on recruiting and retention, and what companies can do. Experts in this episode:
Additional Resources: 2024 Client Trends Report: Better Decisions in Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce On Aon Special Edition: 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey On Aon Special Edition: Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey The Global Medical Trend Rates Report 2025 Tweetables:
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26 Sep 2022 | 37: On Aon’s Cyber Threat Hunt with Samantha Billy and Jonathan Rajewski | 00:25:26 | |
Cyber incidents are becoming more frequent, targeted, sophisticated and costly, with a projected $10.5 trillion annual global cost by 2025. To better understand the evolution of cyber attacks and their impact on organizations, host and Engagement Management Leader for Cyber Solutions, Stroz Friedberg, an Aon company, Rachel Ratcliff welcomes Aon’s North American Head of Incident Response and Digital Forensics Incident Response Practice Leader for Stroz Friedberg, an Aon company, Jonathan Rajewski and Aon’s VP and U.S. Broking Growth Leader for Aon’s Cyber Solutions, Samantha Billy, for a conversation about the what, when and why of the proactive approach to this costly problem — cyber threat hunting.
Additional Resources: E&O and Cyber Market Review – Midyear 2022 Threat Hunting For COVID-19: Leveraging Threat Intelligence To Drive Cyber Security Defenses Aon Completes Acquisition Of Risk Management Firm Stroz Friedberg Tweetables:
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10 Oct 2022 | 38: On Aon’s Balancing of Inflation and Employee Benefits with Dave Guilmette | 00:25:05 | |
As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and wellbeing of employees is top of mind for employers, with many looking for ways to enhance their benefits programs. With inflation and rising costs, employers are faced with the challenge of balancing those costs and employee wellbeing. On episode 38, host and Aon’s Senior Vice President, Chief Broking Officer and National Leader, Growth and Client Engagement, Joey Raheb, sits down with Aon’s Chief Executive Officer, Health Solutions, Dave Guilmette, for a conversation about the impact of inflation on employee benefits.
Additional Resources: 2022 Global Medical Trend Rates Report Inflation is Influencing Business Risk Management — Take Steps to Mitigate its Impact Q&A: As Inflation Surges, New Business Strategies Emerge Tweetables:
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07 Feb 2022 | 22: On Aon’s Diverse Talent Initiative with Meghan Parrilla and Josh Williams | 00:16:38 | |
Aon’s Diverse Talent Initiative was created to diversify the candidate pool during the recruitment process. As part of this initiative, Aon is working with six universities, five of which are Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), to create new opportunities and programs for students. Most recently, Aon, Brooklyn College’s Murray Koppelman School of Business and The Spencer Educational Foundation announced they will develop a series of cutting-edge risk management courses and programs at the undergraduate level to better prepare students for a career in risk management, insurance, finance and other professions. For an insider perspective on the impact of this initiative, host Kevin Johnson, Aon’s North America Growth Enablement Leader, is joined by Meghan Parrilla, Aon’s VP, Global Early Careers – Growth and Partnerships, and Josh Williams, Aon’s Early Careers Diversity and Partnership Lead. They discuss the highlights of Aon’s Diverse Talent Initiative and the effect it will have not only on Aon and the participating schools, but on the community at large.
Additional Resources: Inside P&C: Aon partners with Brooklyn College to promote diversity in business Brooklyn Daily Eagle: New Academic Programs Offer Scholarships Tweetables: “We’re forming partnerships and genuine relationships on a level that is much deeper than we usually do.” — Meghan Parrilla “To see these relationships grow with each campus that we’re involved with has been so rewarding.” — Josh Williams “We have had some amazing engagement from our colleagues and it’s so great to see them really get behind and care about it.” — Meghan Parrilla “This is really a collaborative partnership and we’ve seen this opportunity to impact students' lives beyond just the academic and career opportunities.” — Meghan Parrilla “We want to be able to impact the communities behind these universities as well as meet students at a place where they can succeed.” — Josh Williams | |||
23 Aug 2021 | 11: On Aon's Pandemic Puppies and Other Consumer Trends with Christina Hopper | 00:19:24 | |
From canceled once-in-a-lifetime vacations to bringing home a furry new family member, the COVID-19 pandemic presented an unprecedented need for Aon to protect what matters most. At Aon Affinity, this meant diving deep into the shifting needs of consumer clients and providing products and solutions when they were needed most. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Sheena Singh, Senior Vice President for Aon’s National Healthcare Industry Vertical in Health Solutions, is joined by Christina Hopper, President of the Consumer Solutions Group within Aon Affinity, for a conversation about consumer trends over the past two years. They cover pets, travel, TikTok, pandemic parenting, shifting to a remote work environment, weddings—and the coverage Aon offers consumers through Aon Affinity.
Additional Resources: Interview: Beth Godlin, President of Aon Affinity’s Travel Practice Tweetables: “We have to get very deep and specialized into the industries that we support.” — Christina Hopper “We think deeply about the industries and our customers and then we build the products they need.” — Christina Hopper “It’s clear that people want to protect what they cherish.” — Christina Hopper “COVID-19 was a lesson in not knowing what we didn’t know, but knowing we want to be protected when that next thing happens.” — Christina Hopper | |||
31 Oct 2023 | On Aon Insights: Climate Science Through Academic Collaboration | 00:10:23 | |
Amid the volatility of climate risk, research with academic institutions may help provide better data and clearer pictures for organizations looking to understand their exposure. On this episode of the On Aon Insights podcast, host and Aon’s chief marketing officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by Aon’s global head of Climate Risk Advisory, Liz Henderson, for a discussion on the value of collaborating with academic institutions to further our understanding of the impact of climate on how we live and work.
Additional Resources: El Nino and the Storm Brewing in Supply Chains On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 1: What Does “ESG” Really Mean? Tweetables:
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24 Apr 2023 | 51: On Aon’s Better Being Series – Part 1: Human Sustainability with Rachel Fellowes and Lisa Stevens | 00:24:43 | |
Only 30 percent of employees identify as resilient in the workplace, which has a huge impact on productivity, mental health, agility and sense of belonging. In this episode of the “On Aon podcast,” host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, kicks off the Better Being series, which is focused on the actions we can all take to build and support resilience in the workplace. Rachel is joined by Aon’s Chief People Officer and Global Head of Human Capital Solutions, Lisa Stevens, to discuss the Human Sustainability Index (HSI) and key insights into Aon’s efforts into increased resilience for both colleagues and clients.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website On Aon Ep 50: On Aon's 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey with Stephanie Pronk Aon Human Sustainability Index (HSI) Aon’s Webinar (UK and EMEA): Do You Know How Resilient Your Workforce Is? Building Your Wellbeing Baseline For 2023 Aon’s Webinar (North America): How Resilient Is Your Workforce? Aon’s 2022 - 2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Aon’s Insights: Get Ready for the Top 5 HR Trends in 2023 Tweetables:
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22 May 2023 | 53: On Aon’s RIMS 2023 Reflections with Jennifer Santiago | 00:22:29 | |
More than ever before, the world is looking to the risk management community for strategies to ease disruption. Risk management society (RIMS) members and risk managers from around the globe recently gathered at the 2023 RISKWORLD Conference to connect and share solutions. On this episode of the “On Aon” podcast, host and Aon’s head of Commercial Risk Solutions, North America, Joe Peiser, sits down with Jennifer Santiago, president of RIMS, to discuss insights from this year’s annual RISKWORLD Conference. Together, Jennifer and Joe discuss the energy at the conference, tools that support the insurance industry’s response to increased volatility and risk, and new and innovative ways that risk managers are addressing workplace shortages and talent retention.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website The Wall Street Journal: The Morning Risk Report: Natural Disasters, Geopolitics Confront Execs at This Year’s Riskworld Risk & Insurance: Aon’s Joe Peiser on How Better Use of Data and Parametrics Can Help Carriers Bridge the Protection Gap The Insurer TV: Aon’s Lambrou: Frustrated Clients Look to Differentiate Themselves in Challenging Cat Market Insider Engage: On Location at RIMS 2023: Joe Peiser, Commercial Risk Leader for North America, Aon Tweetables:
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17 Jul 2024 | Special Edition: 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey | 00:09:13 | |
Business leaders around the world face growing complexity and volatility. Aon’s new Better Decision Maker Survey gathered insights from over 800 C-suite and business executives in North America, UK and Europe about four Megatrends across Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce that are impacting businesses. Aon’s Global CEO of Commercial Risk Solutions, Joe Peiser, hosts a discussion about the insights derived from the survey with Aon experts Richard Waterer, global risk consulting leader; Spencer Lynch, global security consulting leader; Liz Henderson, global head of Climate Risk Advisory; and Lisa Patel, head of health and talent for EMEA.
Additional Resources: 2024 Business Decision Maker Survey Special Edition: Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report Aon’s 2024 Client Trends Report Tweetables:
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09 Aug 2021 | 10: On Aon's Analysis of Climate and Catastrophic Events with Meteorologist Steve Bowen | 00:15:45 | |
Hurricanes and polar vortexes and drought, oh my. In 2020 alone, global natural disasters caused more than $268 billion in economic damage. Aon is constantly working to prepare clients for catastrophic weather events and the impact of climate change. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Maria Harshbarger, Health Solutions Chief Client Officer at Aon, is joined by Aon’s Head of Catastrophe Insight, Steve Bowen, for a conversation about extreme weather events and helping clients prepare for long-tail risks.
Additional Resources: NOAA: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration What can we learn from 2020’s natural catastrophes? Access the latest Global Catastrophe Recaps from the Aon team here. Learn more about Steve and his role in his “I’m From Aon” feature video. As Aon’s unofficial Chief Meteorologist, Steve frequently speaks with media about catastrophic weather events. See past materials on: floods, derechos, hailstorms, wildfires, climate change and, well, 2020. A podcast veteran, Steve was a guest on the Weather Geeks podcast in 2019. Meteorology and Metallica tweets @SteveBowenWx Tweetables: “The weather is critical for basically everything that we do.” — Steve Bowen “It’s becoming more and more obvious that climate change is having a real impact on day-to-day weather events.” — Steve Bowen “The climate change train has really started to roll and it’s not going to be stopping once it’s going down the tracks.” — Steve Bowen | |||
27 Mar 2023 | 49: On Aon's ESG Impact with Leslie Follmer | 00:21:04 | |
On this week’s episode of the On Aon podcast, host and Aon’s Head of Corporate Governance and ESG Advisory Laura Wanlass is joined by Aon’s Head of Investor Relations and ESG Leslie Follmer for a conversation about the firm’s 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Impact Report. They discuss the need for strong goals and embedding ESG in the firm’s culture and emphasize the importance of having a firm-wide strategy that contains ESG elements.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website ESG Data: How Businesses can use Data to Gain an Edge On Aon Ep. 48: On Aon's Game Plan for Switching from Defense to Offense in Managing Risk with Greg Case Tweetables:
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30 Nov 2021 | 18: On Aon’s ESG Focus with Leslie Follmer | 00:20:57 | |
Organizations around the world are increasingly focusing on the impact of environmental, social and governance issues, commonly called ESG. At its core, ESG is all about risk. From climate change and supply chain to reputation and brand, ESG topics are central to executive and board-level discussions at every firm. Historically, ESG was a lens through which socially conscious investors could evaluate investment opportunities. Today, more and more firms are considering environmental, social and governance risks, opportunities, impact and stakeholders in their daily operations. In this episode of “On Aon,” host Andrea O’Leary, Chief People Officer for Enterprise Clients and Innovation, is joined by Aon’s Head of Investor Relations and ESG Leslie Follmer for a discussion about Aon’s approach to ESG, as well as how broader ESG trends are shaping Aon’s work with clients, counseling better decisions.
Additional Resources: ESG intersects with our client work and company culture. For continued listening, check out our past episodes on our climate commitment (ep. 1), our inclusion and diversity efforts (4), climate and catastrophic events (10), and our apprenticeship program (16). Global Special Report: Helping Organizations Chart a Course to The New Better Tweetables: “ESG is ultimately about risk.” — Leslie Follmer “If you’re really thinking about ESG in the right way, it really impacts what your company is doing across your strategy.” — Leslie Follmer “If you take care of your people, they take care of your clients, and that takes care of your business.” — Leslie Follmer “The ESG commitment is not just about what we’re saying, it’s about what we’re doing.” — Leslie Follmer | |||
27 Feb 2023 | 47: On Aon's Insights on Navigating and Preparing for Catastrophes with Michal Lörinc and Dominic Probyn | 00:22:33 | |
With over $330 billion in damage from natural disasters in 2022, direct economic losses from weather events last year were remarkable. This week’s host and Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by Aon’s Head of Catastrophe Insight, Reinsurance Solutions, Michal Lörinc, and Aon’s Head of Climate Strategy, Dominic Probyn, for a discussion about the findings from Aon’s 2023 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight and what Aon is doing to help organizations make better decisions, manage volatility and enhance global resilience against climate-related risks.
Additional Resources: Aon’s Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight Reuters: Natural disasters caused $313 bln economic loss in 2022 - Aon Tweetables:
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28 Jun 2021 | 7: On Aon’s Public Sector Partnership with Joe Monaghan | 00:16:47 | |
Governments around the world are becoming increasingly aware of the power of partnering with private sector companies such as Aon to combat pandemics, climate change, cyber attacks and more. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Alex Lewis welcomes Aon’s Public Sector Partnership CEO Joe Monaghan for a discussion about the critical value of joining private and public sector forces to make a real impact. Joe shares a high-level view of the opportunities that these partnerships create as well as the key to Aon’s successful delivery of their most innovative initiatives.
Additional Resources: Hear Joe in another Aon podcast, Aon’s “Public Affairs Update.” The Insurer: Public bodies’ insurance interest spikes as Covid-19 bites budgets Public Sector Partnership Pandemic Fraud Video More on Aon’s Public Sector Partnership and Aon’s Public Sector Solutions page Tweetables: “My biggest inspiration is the opportunities that we have here at Aon.” — Joe Monaghan “We’re thinking very critically about how we can develop new tools and new solutions to create impact on behalf of governments.” — Joe Monaghan “One of the critical elements in terms of finding solutions here is finding ways to align all the incentives.” — Joe Monaghan “We’re working as an insurance industry to help the government analyze the cost benefit in a way that is meaningful and credible.” — Joe Monaghan | |||
21 Nov 2023 | 63: On Aon’s View of Technology Impacting the Future of Health and Benefits | 00:18:29 | |
HR leaders are considering how new and emerging capabilities, like AI, will transform benefits, personalization, and access to care and treatment. Host and Aon’s Senior Vice President, Healthcare Industry Vertical, Sheena Singh, is joined by Aon’s Global Analytics and Actuarial Leader, Health Solutions, Doug Melton, for a discussion on the impact of technology on the future of health and benefits.
Additional Resources: How Technology Will Transform Employee Benefits in the Next Five Years How Data and Analytics Can Optimize HR Programs Four Ways to Increase the ROI of Your Benefits Strategy With Technology Tweetables:
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10 Oct 2023 | 61: On Aon’s Training Managers for the Future of Work with Charlotte Schaller | 00:15:32 | |
Current workplace trends have put intense pressure on managers to engage and retain high-caliber talent while navigating constant change. This week’s host and Director of Communications for Aon Business Services, David Allard, is joined by Partner and Aon’s Head of Assessments in the UK, Talent Solutions, Charlotte Schaller, for a look into training and reskilling managers so that they are prepared to meet the rapidly evolving demands of the workplace.
Additional Resources: Aon Insights: How AI Will Impact Human Capital in the Technology, Media and Communications Industry On Aon Insights: Resilience Across Industries On Aon Insights: Building Belonging in the Workplace On Aon Insights: Training the Manager for the Future of Work Tweetables:
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07 Aug 2023 | On Aon Insights: Resilience Across Industries | 00:08:18 | |
Different industries approach workforce resilience in different ways, and both the technology and finance industries have seen the increased demand for workforce resilience in recent years. Organizations that embrace making connections and adopting a whole-business approach to workforce resilience are able to attract and retain talent, respond to change and create a happier, healthier and more productive workforce. This episode of the “On Aon Insights” podcast series features host Sheena Singh, senior vice president in Aon’s healthcare industry vertical, and expert Ishita Goel, director in Aon’s Talent Solutions. Together, they explore the journey of workforce resilience in these two industries, including how to approach the transformative power of AI and the tactics that result in the greatest impact in workforce resilience plans.
Additional Resources: Aon Insights: Workforce Resilience
The One Brief: What Does a Resilient Workforce Look Like?
On Aon Insights Ep 1: Workforce Resilience as a Concept
On Aon Insights Ep 2: Reskilling and Upskilling Talent
On Aon Insights Ep 3: Training the Manager for the Future of Work
On Aon Insights Ep 4: Building Belonging in the Workforce
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01 Jun 2021 | 5: On Aon’s Innovative COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment Solution with Lee Meyrick | 00:15:07 | |
In the race against time to vaccinate the world’s population, Aon has been working on an innovative industry collaboration that is making a positive impact on the biggest global health crisis of our time. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Maria Harshbarger, Chief Client Officer at Aon, is joined by Aon’s Co-Leader of Global Specialties and CEO of Global Marine Lee Meyrick for a conversation about Aon’s work to ensure the safe delivery of global COVID-19 vaccine shipments.
Additional Resources: Press release: Aon Launches Innovative Industry Collaboration to Protect Global COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments Press release: Aon's New Vaccine Supply Chain Solution to Benefit Response Fund for the World Health Organization More on the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund Tweetables: “We just wanted to ensure that the successful rollout of the vaccines wasn’t hampered due to insurance.” — Lee Meyrick “Everybody stepped up and really wanted to get involved. They wanted to be able to do the right thing in the rollout of the vaccine.” — Lee Meyrick “We really want to be part of the ongoing effort to bring vaccines to as many people as possible.” — Lee Meyrick | |||
30 Apr 2024 | Preparing for Evolving Cyber Exposures | 00:15:48 | |
Increasing regulations, cyber attacks and AI persist as a constantly evolving landscape that companies must approach proactively. Host and Chief Broking Officer, Aon’s Cyber Solutions Team, Matt Chmel, sits down with Karrieann Couture, cyber and E&O claims leader, Aon’s Cyber Solutions Team, for a discussion about the evolving cyber exposures and the regulatory landscape.
Additional Resources: U.S. Cyber Insurance: Market Trends and Opportunities Aon Cyber Security & Risk Solutions Aon Cyber Resilience Capability Overview Tweetables:
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17 Oct 2023 | On Aon Insights: What Does ‘ESG’ Really Mean? | 00:07:27 | |
ESG has become a top business priority in recent years, but fully understanding it in today’s volatile world is a complicated task. The second season of the “On Aon Insights” podcast series explores the world of climate and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) issues. In this episode, host and Aon’s chief marketing officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by Aon’s head of ESG and Human Sustainability, Laura Wanlass, for a discussion on how to better understand the role of ESG in company decision-making.
Additional Resources: Episode 49: On Aon's ESG Impact with Leslie Follmer ESG Data: How Businesses Can Use Data to Gain an Edge Tweetables:
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14 Jun 2021 | 6: On Aon’s 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey with Stephanie Pronk | 00:22:44 | |
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, one topic has been front and center in the minds of many employers — the mental health and wellbeing of employees. Employee wellbeing is key to business performance, and maintaining it needs to be a critical component of company DNA. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Nico Page, Global Program Manager for Aon Business Services, and Aon’s Senior Vice President of Commercial Risk and Health Solutions Stephanie Pronk, delve into Aon’s 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey.
Additional Resources: Aon’s 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey “The Benefits of Psychological Safety at Work, and How to Foster It” “Aon: Survey finds direct connection between employee well-being, business performance” Tweetables: “If you have leadership support and a strategy in place, it will lead to high wellbeing performance that will lead to business outcomes.” — Stephanie Pronk “Wellbeing is more than a program. It’s a people and performance strategy.” — Stephanie Pronk “There are a lot of opportunities here for employers to focus on the healthy living aspect that will keep all of us productive and performing.” — Stephanie Pronk | |||
04 Feb 2025 | Climate Impact on the Property and Casualty Market | 00:11:32 | |
Record-breaking losses are reshaping the property and casualty market, but analytics can help companies better understand and price risk. This On Aon podcast episode examines climate losses, the effects of court cases, and how analytics can help businesses make better decisions. Experts in this episode: Joe Peiser, Global CEO of Aon Commercial Risk Steve Hackenburg, Property and Casualty Leader, Commercial Risk North America Paul Shedden, Global Head of Risk Capital Analytics
Key Moments: [2:14] Climate as driver of significant loss activity [2:44] Effects of tort activity on casualty losses [5:00] Setting temperature records each year [7:58] Favorable insurer results and what that means for companies [9:29] Investing in digital and analytical capability
Additional Resources: Climate and Catastrophe Insight
Soundbytes: “Activities such as severe convective storms and wildfires traditionally have been viewed by the underwriting community as secondary perils, but given the frequency and severity of these events, they are now really being viewed as more primary perils by the underwriting community.” — Steve Hackenburg “What's been less widely reported is that, in fact, every single one of the past 10 years has hit a new record, not consecutively, but each one of those in its own has hit a new record for warmest temperature as set by the World Meteorological Organization. So climate change is happening.” — Paul Shedden “There’s lots of uncertainty out there and lots of confusion for clients. And that's where we really hope that some of our science and technology and own research can really help.” — Paul Shedden | |||
03 May 2021 | 3: On Aon’s Grey Swan Analysis with Jason Disborough | 00:20:51 | |
Additional Resources: Respecting the Grey Swan compiled by Pentland Analytics Mentioned on the episode:
Tweetables: “The vast majority of these scenarios are Grey Swan events. The companies knew they could potentially occur, they just weren’t prepared for them” — Jason Disborough “If you’ve had a major crisis and you don’t get it right, the impact that can have on your organization and shareholder value can be immense.” — Jason Disborough “The way to build organizational resilience through these Grey Swan scenarios is with practice.” — Jason Disborough “There is a future and it’s potentially bright if we work our way through this in the most responsible and positive way.” — Jason Disborough | |||
06 Feb 2024 | Special Edition: Aon CEO Greg Case on 2024 and Evolving to Serve Clients | 00:23:53 | |
In this special episode of the “On Aon” podcast, host Andy Weitz, Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer, welcomes Aon CEO Greg Case for a conversation about what 2024 holds for our colleagues and clients. They also discuss insights into the critical themes of Risk Capital and Human Capital and how Aon’s 3x3 Plan will drive the firm’s commitment to go further, faster over the next three years.
Additional Resources: Aon Further Accelerates Aon United Strategy Insurance Insider: Aon’s 3x3 plan positions firm to deliver a 'big set of answers' to clients Tweetables:
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21 Feb 2022 | 23: On Aon’s Strategy for Helping Clients Prepare for Catastrophes with Eric Andersen | 00:12:29 | |
Natural disasters are increasing in frequency and severity. Aon’s 2021 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report evaluated how these disruptive events are resulting in global economic losses and outlined how leaders can address and assess these risks.To walk us through what businesses can do to build resilience and prepare for the inevitable impact of catastrophes, Aon’s President, Eric Andersen, has a discussion with host Alexandra Lewis about how Aon is working to protect and enrich lives around the world against the threats of extreme weather and natural catastrophes. They discuss Aon’s work to mitigate the impact of catastrophic events and the key findings from Aon’s 2021 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report.
Additional Resources: Climate Change is Also Having an Impact on Everyday Health and Wellbeing - The One Brief Aon’s 2021 Weather, Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report Ep 10: On Aon's Analysis of Climate and Catastrophic Events with Meteorologist Steve Bowen Employment Opportunities at Aon Tweetables: “People tend to downplay the risk or the significance of natural disasters and climate issues.” — Eric Andersen “The goal with a report like this is to give our clients information that they can act on.” — Eric Andersen “Clients are looking to us to help them think through how to manage all the aspects of climate risk or any real impact to their business.” — Eric Andersen | |||
19 Apr 2021 | 2: On Aon’s Resiliency with Marinus van Driel | 00:14:24 | |
Resiliency is one of today’s hottest topics, and rightly so in today’s constantly changing landscape. Today’s “On Aon” episode features host Alexandra Lewis and Aon’s Managing Director within the Talent, Rewards and Performance practice Marinus van Driel. Together they examine what resiliency means, why it is more essential now than ever before, and steps you can take to improve resiliency going forward.
Additional Resources: Aon’s Human Capital Solutions page The Rising Resilient, including a whitepaper and self-assessment Additional whitepapers on the future of work and remote working: Tweetables: “Resiliency comes down to a simple concept — the ability to bounce back amid adversity and to provide the baseline conditions for helping people thrive in the long run.” — Marinus van Driel “How can we continue doing the things that we were doing really great in the past, but how can we do it in a new way and maintain our organization’s cultures?” — Marinus van Driel “It’s critical to make sure that folks keep on doing well, and that organizations keep doing well by doing good for their people.” — Marinus van Driel | |||
14 Nov 2022 | 41: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part Three with Brooke Green, Kim Hurst and Jennifer Brasher | 00:22:26 | |
Over the course of three weeks, we’ll hear from Aon colleagues on how economic challenges are impacting all solutions, clients and colleagues in a special edition takeover of the “On Aon” podcast. This week, host and Aon’s U.S. President, Charles Philpott, welcomes Head of Human Capital Solutions, North America, Brooke Green; Large Market Segment Leader for Health Solutions, North America, Kim Hurst and Head of U.S. Retirement, Jennifer Brasher; to discuss the challenges that HR leaders are facing given increased economic volatility.
Additional Resources:
Inflation is Influencing Business Risk Management — Take Steps to Mitigate its Impact
Aon 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey
38: On Aon’s Balancing of Inflation and Employee Benefits with Dave Guilmette
39: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part One with Eric Andersen and Leslie Follmer
40: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part Two with Joe Peiser
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“Employer communication and education is key to get employee savings to the right amount for retirement.” — Jennifer Brashe | |||
12 Dec 2022 | 43: On Aon’s Dive into the Life Sciences Industry with Meaghan Piscitelli and Lars Sørensen | 00:23:32 | |
This week’s host and Aon’s North America Chief Operating Officer Kevin Johnson is joined by Partner and Co-Lead, Global Life Sciences Vertical, Aon, Meaghan Piscitelli and Co-Lead, Global Life Sciences Vertical, Aon, Lars Sørensen for a conversation about the various ways Aon is helping companies within the life sciences sector become more resilient and agile as they navigate volatile market conditions. They also discuss how companies can use this period of economic uncertainty to continue to innovate for their clients.
Additional Resources: What’s Ahead for Life Sciences? These Five Trends Are Shaping the Industry Aon’s 2021 Global Risk Management Survey Tweetables:
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16 Aug 2022 | 34: On Aon's Winning Moment and Better Decisions in Sport with Scottie Scheffler | 00:17:40 | |
On this special edition episode of On Aon, we hear from host Andy Weitz, Aon’s chief marketing officer, as he chats with PGA TOUR professional and this year’s Aon Risk Reward Challenge Champion, Scottie Scheffler. Together, they discuss how better information and better advice led to Scottie’s success on the TOUR this year.
Additional Resources: Scottie Scheffler Wins The Aon Risk Reward Challenge And $1 Million Prize Aon’s Risk Reward Challenge Recognized For Providing Equal Opportunity To PGA And LPGA Tour Members Aon Announces First-Of-Its-Kind, Season-Long Golf Competition In Partnership With PGA TOUR And LPGA | |||
20 Aug 2024 | Better Being Series: Discover the ‘Blue Zones’ Where People Live Longer | 00:13:59 | |
Where are the Blue Zones, the areas around the world where communities are continually producing centenarians and demonstrating an exceptional quality of life. And what are they getting right? Today’s Better Being episode considers lifestyles in the Blue Zones, and how leaders can use these characteristics to build a team culture that makes healthy choices. Resulting in the greatest ROI of all: longer life. Experts in this episode:
Additional Resources: Better Being Series: Improving Your Financial Wellbeing Better Being Series: Are You Taking Care of Your Digital Wellbeing? Better Being Series Dives into Women’s Health Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Danny Buettner Resources:
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12 Dec 2023 | On Aon Insights: Biodiversity and Institutional Investments | 00:07:58 | |
While climate risk is an ongoing concern for organizations and individuals, the impact of biodiversity is often missing from the conversation. In this episode, host and chief marketing officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by UK Investment Partner at Aon, Jennifer O’Neill, for insights into the critical role that biodiversity plays in planning for the future.
Additional Resources: Tackling Climate Change by Investing in Biodiversity Climate Change and the Threat to Water Security A Guide to Preparing for Greater Climate Disclosure in 2023 Using Parametric Insurance to Match Capital to Climate Risk On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 1: What Does “ESG” Really Mean? On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 2: Climate Science Through Academic Collaboration On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 3: Climate and Supply Chain Tweetables:
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14 Nov 2023 | On Aon Insights: Climate and Supply Chain | 00:08:00 | |
Climate is a major risk amplifier for supply chains and building resilience into the supply chain should be a priority now and in the future. On this episode of the On Aon Insights podcast, host and Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by Aon’s Global Head of Climate Risk Consulting, William Bruce. They discuss how supply chains and climate risk are increasingly linked together and what strategies can be used to make supply chains more resilient in the face of climate risk.
Additional Resources: El Niño and the Storm Brewing in Supply Chains The Climate Crisis is Driving Supply Chains to Adapt ESG Data: How Businesses Can Use Data to Gain an Edge On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 1: What Does “ESG” Really Mean? On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 2: Climate Science Through Academic Collaboration Tweetables:
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30 Nov 2023 | Special Edition: On Aon Looks Ahead to COP28 with Eric Andersen | 00:19:43 | |
The changing climate creates both significant risks and exciting opportunities for Aon clients. In this special edition of On Aon, Aon President Eric Andersen joins host and Aon’s Global Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Bridget Gainer, to discuss the opportunities for progress at the COP28 Conference and how Aon is helping clients mitigate climate risk.
Additional Resources: Aon: Climate Change and Sustainability On Aon Insights: The Role of Insurance in Climate Plans On Aon Insights: Climate and Supply Chain Tweetables:
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10 Jul 2023 | On Aon Insights: Training the Manager for the Future of Work | 00:07:08 | |
Reskilling and upskilling are critical in helping people adapt to the changing workplace. But how does that translate to the role of a manager? In the third episode of the “On Aon Insights” podcast series, series host Sheena Singh, senior vice president in Aon’s healthcare industry vertical, explores the evolving needs of the workforce and how managers must manage people differently than before. Charlotte Schaller, partner and head of assessment in the UK for Aon’s Talent Solutions, offers insights into the role a manager plays while adapting to remote and hybrid work, tactics for navigating current workforce trends and advice for how managers can support employees on a daily basis.
Additional Resources: How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Help Close Future Skills Gaps The Great Resignation? Retaining Talent in a Job-Hopping World Aon Insights: Workforce Resilience On Aon Insights Ep 1: Workforce Resilience as a Concept On Aon Insights Ep 2: Reskilling and Upskilling Talent Tweetables:
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26 Jun 2023 | On Aon Insights: Reskilling and Upskilling Talent | 00:09:49 | |
In the second episode of the “On Aon Insights” podcast series, series host Sheena Singh, senior vice president in Aon’s healthcare industry vertical, explores the fundamental changes in today’s workplace and the importance of adapting to remain both relevant and resilient. While both pose unique challenges, reskilling and upskilling are essential components of organizational growth, and employers that make learning new skills part of their culture also make themselves more resilient. Sheena highlights the expertise of Tarandeep Singh, global head of assessments for Aon’s Talent Solutions (formerly Human Capital Solutions), who shares his insights on the importance of reskilling and upskilling, the role AI will play in future learning and what employers can expect when increasing their focus on these areas.
Additional Resources: How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Help Close Future Skills Gaps The Great Resignation? Retaining Talent in a Job-Hopping World Navigating the Future of Work with AI 50 percent of all employees would need reskilling by 2025 Aon Insights: Workforce Resilience On Aon Insights Ep 1: Workforce Resilience as a Concept Aon’s website Tweetables:
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08 May 2023 | 52: On Aon’s Methodology to Predict Employee Performance for the LPGA with Michael Burke and Blake Henderson | 00:22:34 | |
As pressure and competition continue to mount for businesses globally, attracting and retaining the right talent remains a top priority. How can leaders make the right recruitment and promotion decisions to future-proof their business? On this episode of the “On Aon” podcast, host and Aon’s Global Partnerships Leader, Taylor Strick, is joined by Aon’s CEO of Human Capital Solutions, Michael Burke, and LPGA Senior Director of Athlete Policy and Development, Blake Henderson, for a conversation about players’ personality traits, future potential and how high-performing employees can help increase an organization’s resilience – based on findings from Aon’s recent Epson Tour and LPGA Tour study.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s PGA and LPGA Tour Partnership Forbes: Professional Golf’s Equality Push Aon’s Adaptive Employee Personality Test
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11 Jun 2024 | Better Being Series: Are You Taking Care of Your Digital Wellbeing? | 00:18:41 | |
In today’s fast paced world, employees and employers alike are struggling to balance between being productive while also staying healthy. In today’s Better Being episode, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by Amy Blankson, Co-founder & Chief Evangelist at Digital Wellness Institute, for a conversation about digital wellbeing in the modern workplace and how to maintain a healthy tech-life balance.
Additional Resources: Better Being Series Dives into Women’s Health Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Amy Blankson Resources: Tweetables:
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25 Mar 2024 | Focusing on Aon’s 2023 Impact Report | 00:09:02 | |
Resilience and growth are dependent on business leaders taking action to respond to pressing global challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Aon’s Laura Wanlass, partner, Human Capital Solutions, is joined by Leslie Follmer, head of Investor Relations and ESG, for a look at Aon’s 2023 Impact Report.
Additional Resources: Insurance Insider: Aon’s 3x3 plan positions firm to deliver a 'big set of answers' to clients On Aon Insights: What Does ‘ESG’ Really Mean? Ep 49: On Aon's ESG Impact with Leslie Follmer Special Edition: Aon CEO Greg Case on 2024 and Evolving to Serve Clients Tweetables:
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23 Jul 2024 | Better Being Series: Improving Your Financial Wellbeing | 00:21:06 | |
What does financial wellbeing mean and how can you improve it? In today’s Better Being episode, our experts explore financial wellbeing and offer steps and strategies both employers and colleagues can take in the workplace to improve it. Featured in this episode:
Additional Resources: Better Being Series: Are You Taking Care of Your Digital Wellbeing? Better Being Series Dives into Women’s Health Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Bobbi Rebell Resources: Tweetables:
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30 Jan 2023 | 45: On Aon's 2022 Executive Risk Survey with Lambros Lambrou and Lori Goltermann | 00:28:23 | |
Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey includes insights from over 800 CEOs and provides an in-depth look at business leaders’ view on risk. This week’s host and Aon’s President Eric Andersen is joined by Aon’s CEO of Commercial Risk Solutions, Lambros Lambrou, and Aon’s CEO of Enterprise Clients, Lori Goltermann, for a conversation about the findings of the survey, a potential recession and how leaders can best prepare for the interconnected risks of today, as well as those on the horizon.
Additional Resources: Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey On Aon Podcast Episode 39: On Aon’s View on Challenging Economic Times – Part One with Eric Andersen and Leslie Follmer The One Brief: Greg Case: How Business Leaders Are Preparing for the “Great Volatility” Tweetables:
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09 Jan 2024 | On Aon’s Dive into the Rapidly Evolving Renewables Industry | 00:29:02 | |
The renewables industry is an evolving and dynamic sector — and the insurance sector plays a key role in mitigating risk and unlocking capital. Host and Aon’s Global Head of Climate Strategy, Richard Dudley, is joined by Global Head Renewable Energy, Guido Benz, and Renewable Energy Leader, EMEA, Mark Potter, for a discussion on the forces shaping the renewables industry.
Additional Resources: With an Industry Focus, ESG Risks and Opportunities Can Vary Greatly Building a Resilient Workforce That Steers Organizational Success | An Outlook Across Industries Cutting Supply Chains: How to Achieve More Reward with Less Risk Reducing Finance Risks in a Fast-Moving Wind Energy Market Tweetables:
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08 Apr 2021 | 1: On Aon’s Climate Commitment with Bridget Gainer | 00:18:00 | |
“On Aon” is a new podcast featuring conversations between colleagues about current happenings and key topics at Aon. Our first episode features host Maria Harshbarger and Aon’s Global Head of Public Policy Bridget Gainer as they delve into Aon’s ambitious 2030 climate commitment. As a leader in the risk industry, Aon is committed to addressing climate risks now. Maria and Bridget examine the increasing importance of focusing on climate change in today’s environment and what it will take for Aon to reach the ambitious goal of being Net-Zero by 2030.
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More on Aon’s Work, Travel, Convene coalitions Global Special Report: Helping Organizations Chart a Course to The New Better More on Aon’s Apprenticeship Program Tweetables: “We’re incorporating more ideas and more perspectives in a way that builds our relationships with each other and potentially helps us solve big problems.” — Bridget Gainer “This is an opportunity for clients to tap into Aon’s innovation across the board.” — Bridget Gainer “We are able to lead by example across the country to show what is possible when you are willing to open your mind and change your habits.” — Bridget Gainer | |||
28 Nov 2023 | On Aon Insights: The Role of Insurance in Climate Plans | 00:09:11 | |
Insurance plays an integral role in creating climate resilience and while new technologies may be critical for the future, they may represent new risks. Advanced planning for the likelihood of natural disasters and other events can help organizations weather the storms. In this episode, host and chief marketing officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, is joined by North America leader for Aon’s Climate team, Natalia Moudrak, for insights into the role of insurance in creating climate resilience.
Additional Resources: Decarbonizing Your Business: Finding the Right Insurance and Strategy Making Better Decisions on the Journey to Net-Zero Catastrophes and Coverage: What 2022 Can Teach Us About Climate Risk On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 1: What Does “ESG” Really Mean? On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 2: Climate Science Through Academic Collaboration On Aon Insights Season 2, Episode 3: Climate and Supply Chain Tweetables:
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27 Jul 2021 | 9: On Aon’s Approach to Cyber Risk with Christian Hoffman | 00:18:01 | |
As cyber ransomware attacks soar (they increased 485 percent in 2020), only 31 percent of organizations report having adequate business resilience measures in place to deal with ransomware threats, according to Aon data. No segment or industry is immune from these attacks, which makes the work of navigating and mitigating cyber risk more important than ever. Cyber insurance products have become a key component of insurance portfolios, growing to a $7 billion global industry and taking the need for Aon’s expertise to critical levels. In this episode of “On Aon,” Joey Raheb, Senior Vice President of Health Solutions & Large Market Sales Leader, is joined by Christian Hoffman, CEO of Aon's Cyber Solutions, North America, for a conversation about the evolution of cyber risk over the past 20 years. They discuss what organizations need to be focusing on today and unpack the findings from Aon’s recently released 2021 Cyber Security Risk Report.
Additional Resources: Aon’s Cyber Solutions Aon’s 2021 Cyber Security Risk Report CyQu: Cyber Quotient Evaluation from Aon The Insurer: Combatting cybercrime requires consequences, capital and collaboration – contributed editorial from Aon’s Catherine Mulligan and James Trainor Mulligan and Trainor also dove in deeper in a video interview with The Insurer Tweetables: “The cyber insurance product is now such a key component of our clients’ insurance portfolios.” — Christian Hoffman “All departments need to be connected and collaborating around the topic of cyber security.” — Christian Hoffman “There is still tremendous work and enhancement and maturity for organizations in the cyber security space.” — Christian Hoffman “Taking a holistic approach and aligning stakeholders ultimately will provide the best results for organizations.” — Christian Hoffman | |||
29 Aug 2022 | 35: On Aon’s Serving up Solutions for the Food, Agribusiness and Beverage World with Ciara Jackson | 00:15:40 | |
In face of growing impacts and risks caused by climate change, as well as rising population projections, the food, agribusiness and beverage industry has to innovate to ensure it’s addressing these emerging challenges. To help understand the work that Aon is doing to help clients in the global food, agribusiness, and beverage industry make better decisions and address new risks, host Shelly Brown, Aon's Diversity Solutions leader, is joined by Ciara Jackson, food, agribusiness and beverage enterprise client leader. Together they examine the impact that supply chains, inflation, climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic and a host of other factors have on this industry.
Additional Resources: Industry Insights Food, Agribusiness and Beverage Inflation’s Impact: A Closer Look at Three Industries Q2 2022 Global Market Insights Report Aon Insights: Food, Agribusiness and Beverage The Aon One Brief: Beyond Logistics: Product Recall Risks and How to Avoid Them Tweetables:
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16 May 2022 | 29: On Aon’s Approach to Innovation with Jillian Slyfield | 00:15:36 | |
In 2021, Jillian Slyfield was appointed Aon’s Chief Innovation Officer to further build the firm’s Innovation at Scale strategy and help address growing unmet client needs around increased volatility, access to capital, underserved markets and resilient workforces. Today, she’s reflecting on her time in the role so far and how innovation continues to be a core component of the Aon United Blueprint. This week’s host, Aon Senior Vice President, Health Solutions, Joey Raheb is joined by Jillian for a conversation highlighting the ways that the firm is working to overcome the challenges of a volatile global market and what the future of innovation at Aon looks like.
Additional Resources: Aon appoints Jillian Slyfield as Chief Innovation Officer Silicon Republic: Aon’s chief innovation officer wants to tackle ‘complex’ challenges with tech Jillian recently spoke at Future Human. Silicon Republic shared highlights from session. Tweetables: “We’ve really established this track record of capabilities and solutions inside of Aon.” — Jillian Slyfield “There’s no shortage of great ideas at Aon.” — Jillian Slyfield “The volatility in our market and what’s happening in the world today requires all hands on deck.” — Jillian Slyfield “Innovation is more relevant now than ever before.” — Jillian Slyfield | |||
16 Apr 2024 | Insights into Construction and Building Resilient Economies | 00:17:48 | |
The construction industry is adapting to a variety of stresses and pressures and working to increase resilience and sustainability in a changing climate. Host and Aon’s Chief Commercial Officer of Global Construction and Infrastructure, Tariq Taherbhai, is joined by Aon’s Global Industry Specialty Leader, Construction and Infrastructure, James MacNeal, to discuss today's global construction industry.
Note: This episode was recorded on March 21st. The Baltimore Bridge incident is not included in the discussion. Additional Resources: Aon’s Global Risk Management Survey Aon’s Global Construction and Infrastructure Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 Tweetables:
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01 Apr 2021 | Welcome to "On Aon!" | 00:02:17 | |
Each episode of “On Aon” will feature people, solutions, innovations and news that define Aon’s unique culture. Delve into our global firm through conversations between colleagues. | |||
01 Nov 2021 | 16: On Aon’s Recipe for Building a Resilient Workforce with Dawn Spreeman-Heine and Marc Armstrong | 00:16:32 | |
What does it take to find and attract the next generation of talent? In a world where talent is distributed equally across the board but opportunities aren’t, Aon is working hard to bring the greatest talent into the company (and the broader workforce) with their award-winning apprenticeship program. In this episode of “On Aon,” host Alexandra Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer, Reinsurance, welcomes Marc Armstrong, Managing Principal and Dawn Spreeman-Heine, Managing Director of Commercial Risk for a conversation about the ways that corporate apprenticeships can expand access to incredible talent and create family-sustaining careers that strengthen our communities. They cover ways to build a resilient workforce and the power of apprentices in boosting diversity and attracting and retaining quality talent.
Additional Resources: More information: for potential Aon apprentices and employers interested in launching an apprenticeship program. In 2021, Aon launched programs in Houston, New York, Northern California, Minnesota, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. Aon was recently named to Fortune’s Change the World List for its apprenticeship program, and won a 2021 TARGETjobs National Graduate Recruitment Award for a similar program in the UK. Tweetables: “We know that when we have a more diverse group of colleagues sitting around the table working on client problems, we come up with better solutions.” — Marc Armstrong “The return on this investment has proven to be well worth it.” — Dawn Spreeman-Heine “This program is a game changer for our apprentices.” — Marc Armstrong “Talent is equally distributed throughout the population but opportunities are not.” — Marc Armstrong “I’m full of optimism and hope, and I’m going to attribute much of that to this program.” — Dawn Spreeman-Heine | |||
04 Apr 2022 | 26: On Aon’s Approach to Wellbeing With Anthony Scattone and Kelli Clark | 00:23:48 | |
The past two years have been a challenge for everyone, not just physically, but also mentally. Many people’s lives look a lot different than they did two years ago, increasing the need for mental health support and assistance. To highlight some of the programs and benefits that Aon has implemented to promote colleagues’ mental health and wellbeing, this week’s host, Diversity Solutions Senior Leader of Global Spend Management Shelly Brown welcomes Chief Culture Officer Kelli Clark and Deputy Chief People Officer Anthony Scattone. Together, they discuss best practices for supporting colleagues in a virtual environment and some of the benefits of Aon’s multi-dimensional wellbeing programs.
Additional Resources: Ep 6: On Aon’s 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey with Stephanie Pronk The One Brief: The Pandemic Has Left Us All Burned-Out — Here’s How Employers Can Help The One Brief: Why Workforce Wellbeing is Vital to Company Performance Tweetables: “Pandemic or not, a priority is driving and establishing connections across the team.” — Kelli Clark “Real people connections… are an overall contribution to our sense of wellbeing.” — Anthony Scattone “To a greater and greater extent, we recognize the importance of the emotional and mental health aspect of employee wellbeing.” — Anthony Scattone | |||
12 Jun 2023 | On Aon Insights: Workforce Resilience as a Concept | 00:06:14 | |
The new “On Aon Insights” podcast series aims to take a deep dive into the issues that matter to the world’s business leaders. From traditional areas like managing volatility, retirement and health to new challenges like Environmental, Social and Governance factors and technological and digital disruption, this series will bring together Aon thought leaders, industry subject matter experts and senior business professionals to offer clarity and confidence to make better decisions. Sheena Singh, senior vice president in Aon’s healthcare industry vertical, offers a first look at what to expect in season one and upcoming episodes, including insights into workforce resilience and the challenges of helping employees reach their full potential. She highlights the expertise of Stephanie DeLorm, new solutions development leader for Aon’s Health Solutions for multinationals segment, regarding workforce resilience, including holistic tactics and strategies for a more successful long-term approach.
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19 Dec 2023 | 65: On Aon’s Look at the Rise and Risk of Weight Loss Medications | 00:29:32 | |
The sharp rise in interest in weight loss medications presents both solutions and challenges for leaders in the healthcare space. Host and Aon’s Senior Vice President, National Pharmacy Practice Leader, Tracy Spencer, is joined by Michael Manolakis, Aon’s senior vice president, clinical innovation leader, National Pharmacy Practice, for a look at the current and future state of pharmacy challenges faced by plan sponsors in relation to the treatments, known as GLP-1s.
Additional Resources: Aon’s Pharmacy Solutions LinkedIn Aon’s Pharmacy Benefit Consulting Tweetables:
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12 Jul 2021 | 8: On Aon’s Intellectual Property Solutions with Lewis Lee | 00:22:10 | |
Over the last 40 years, the global economy has evolved to one that values and prioritizes innovation. Intangible assets today account for 90% of the S&P 500's total market value, up from 17% in 1975. Every business today views innovation as critical, and so now the question for companies is how do you optimize conversion of that innovation into an asset class that can then be leveraged to make companies more valuable? Enter intellectual property. On this episode of “On Aon,” host Sheena Singh speaks with Lewis Lee, CEO of Aon’s Intellectual Property Solutions about Aon's ground-breaking work identifying, valuing and protecting intellectual property (IP)—and finding ways to convert that IP into non-dilutive capital.
Additional Resources: An overview of Aon’s IP Solutions and IP Liability Insurance Insights and thought leadership content from Aon's IP Solutions team Business Insider: How Aon is redefining the value of intellectual property Deanna Emery, a Lead Data Scientist at Aon, shares more information on Aon’s work building out diversity solutions for inventors and creators Press release: Aon's New Quality of Intellectual Property Solution Helps Companies Realize Full Value of their IP Portfolio Tweetables: “We live in an incredible economy that is innovation-driven.” — Lewis Lee “Today every business is under disruption because of the technology revolution, and that’s great.” — Lewis Lee “IP is the real classification of how you take innovation and make it into something tangible.” — Lewis Lee “The more diverse your inventorship teams are, the better the assets you have coming out the other side.” — Lewis Lee | |||
02 May 2022 | 28: On Aon’s Pro Bono Work with Peter Banick | 00:24:59 | |
Aon’s Global Pro Bono Initiative, launched in 2014, is part of the firm’s commitment to making an impact around the world using the skills and experience of its people. As part of this initiative, in 2021, nine colleagues from Aon’s Law and Compliance team assisted with the Jim Crow Juries Project – a project dedicated to rectifying a set of criminal justice rules created by earlier jury practices in Louisiana formed during slavery. This week’s host, Aon’s Head of Colleague Experience, North America, Andrea O’Leary welcomes Aon’s Global Law and Compliance Leader, Reinsurance Solutions, Peter Banick, for a conversation highlighting the Jim Crow Juries Project’s history as well as other Aon pro bono efforts and accomplishments.
Additional Resources: 2021 U.S. Insurance Awards: Aon, Community Outreach Project of the Year (Pro Bono and Volunteer) Aon’s chief innovation officer wants to tackle ‘complex’ challenges with tech Jim Crow Juries: The Promise of Justice Initiative Tweetables: “This isn’t about us individually as lawyers, it’s about what we can do as a department to support this effort.” — Peter Banick “This program has been a truly united and global effort at Aon.” — Peter Banick “We aim to provide the best value we can to those who need it most….and the best way we can do that is in an Aon United manner.” — Peter Banick | |||
05 Dec 2023 | 64: On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 6: The World Wellbeing Movement with Rachel Fellowes and Sarah Cunningham | 00:35:57 | |
Companies around the world are already seeing the benefits of increasing their focus on mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. But macro-level momentum surrounding wellbeing still has a long way to go. In the sixth episode of our Better Being series, host and Aon’s Chief Wellbeing Officer, Rachel Fellowes, is joined by Managing Director of the World Wellbeing Movement, Sarah Cunningham, to discuss why it’s so important that wellbeing strategies and company culture need to align, the wellbeing workplace paradox and the work of the World Wellbeing Movement.
Additional Resources: Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey On Aon’s Better Being Series - Part 3: Measuring Wellbeing with Rachel Fellowes and Nic Marks World Wellbeing Movement on LinkedIn Tweetables:
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18 Oct 2021 | 15: On Aon’s Focus on Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health with Shekhar Saxena | 00:23:51 | |
Depression is the top cause for ill health around the world, and yet mental health rarely receives the attention and support that is needed to improve wellness. Aon is working to change that. In this special episode of “On Aon,” host Lisa Stevens, Chief People Officer and Head of Global Human Capital Solutions at Aon, is joined by Shekhar Saxena, Professor of Global Mental Health at Harvard, to discuss how we talk about mental health in the workplace, how to be on the lookout for those in need and more. Saxena is a psychiatrist by training, and he spent several decades at the World Health Organization and authored more than 300 academic papers. They discuss the importance of focusing on mental health, the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on mental health around the world, the responsibility that organizations have to provide a mentally healthy and safe environment for their employees and how organizations can help and support employees who are struggling to maintain their mental health.
Additional Resources: Learn more about Shekhar Saxena below, and read through his research and material here
Learn more about One Mind at Work “Depression: let’s talk” says WHO, as depression tops list of causes of ill health Aon’s 2020 Health Survey explores the impact of COVID-19 on employee wellbeing, and how employers can support their people. And in case you missed it, check out “On Aon” episode 6, focused on Aon’s 2021 Global Wellbeing Survey Aon’s The One Brief: The Impact of Mental and Emotional Health on Employee Wellbeing Looking for more? The Well One app provides Health & Wellbeing Resources to support individual and employee health More on Shekhar Saxena: Shekhar Saxena is the Visiting Professor of Global Mental Health at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. A psychiatrist by training, he was in the faculty of AIIMS, New Delhi before he joined the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1998. From 2010 to 2018, he was the Director of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse at the WHO. Author of more than 300 academic papers, he was an editor of the Lancet Commission on Global Mental Health and Sustainable Development in 2018. His expertise includes providing evidence-based advice and technical assistance to policy makers, businesses and civil society on mental health promotion and prevention and management of mental, developmental, neurological and substance use disorders and suicide prevention. More on Lisa Stevens: Lisa Stevens is Aon’s Chief People Officer (CPO) and Head of Global Human Capital Solutions. As CPO, she is responsible for creating, implementing and leading the strategies that empower Aon’s 50,000 colleagues serving clients in over 120 countries to fully align with the client-centric Aon United mission. Stevens leverages her ability to deliver business results as she leads the People Organization, including culture & change, talent, rewards and diversity, equity & inclusion strategies and their global functions. Reporting to the CEO, Stevens plays a critical role in overseeing the coaching and executive talent development and succession planning strategies for Aon. In addition to her CPO role, Stevens leads Aon’s Global Human Capital Solutions, which provides clients with a powerful mix of data, analytics and advice to help them make better workforce decisions. With 2,000 colleagues across 30 countries, the team includes Rewards, Talent Assessment, Corporate Governance, Environmental, Social and Governance consulting and performance & analytics practices. Stevens joined Aon in 2018 as Executive Vice President of Aon United Operations, where she led the Delivering Aon United strategy and adoption to accelerate client value creation and drive growth by increasing collaboration across geographies and solution lines. Her leadership objective is for colleagues around the world to be inspired by the Aon United mission, committed to professional development and work as a unified global team to build and be a part of a firm that consistently delivers great outcomes for clients, and even greater impact in the communities we serve around the world. Tweetables: “Especially during the COVID-19 time, I am very interested in seeing to it that organizations do better for the mental health of their employees and staff.” — Shekhar Saxena “Mental health has to be very clearly differentiated from mental illness and disorders.” — Shekhar Saxena “We should create an environment… where we can talk freely about our own mental health and emotional wellbeing.” — Shekhar Saxena “Be kind to others while being kind to yourself.” — Shekhar Saxena “Organizations have a responsibility to provide a mentally healthy environment.” — Shekhar Saxena | |||
11 Mar 2025 | Building Resilience in the Food, Agriculture and Beverage Industry | 00:18:27 | |
How is the food, agriculture, and beverage industry building resilience amid intense volatility? In this episode of the On Aon podcast, Ciara Jackson and Marinus Van Driel discuss established and emerging risks in the industry, including prices, tariffs, weather, and AI. Experts in this episode: Ciara Jackson, Global Food, Agribusiness and Beverage Leader, Enterprise Client Group Marinus van Driel, Partner, Workforce Transformation Advisory, North America
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Soundbites: “Many organizations are launching AI and data science training programs to equip employees with the skills to work alongside automation rather than being replaced by technology. So we're seeing a lot of human technology interactions coming to the fore and organizations focusing on people enabling that to happen in a good and a seamless way.”— Marinus Van Driel “Many companies are partnering with universities and even at the high school level with STEM programs to introduce young people into careers in the food, agribusiness and beverage industry. This industry really provides incredible career growth opportunities. And what organizations are doing now is that they're emphasizing career growth for prospective employees whether it be through internships and apprenticeships, all the way through leadership training programs that are provided.” — Marinus Van Driel
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17 Jul 2023 | 56: On Aon’s View on Improving Retirement Outcomes with Byron Beebe, Rick Jones and Tony Pugh | 00:30:50 | |
Retirement plans are continually evolving as businesses look for ways to help employees close retirement savings gaps. Many companies are turning to multiemployer plans to maximize resources, minimize liability and offer retirement solutions that have not been traditionally available. This week’s host and Aon’s Head of U.S. Retirement, Jennifer Brasher, welcomes a team of Aon experts for a look at strategies that can potentially improve retirement outcomes and increase retirement savings by up to two years of additional retirement income. Global Chief Commercial Officer, Wealth Solutions, Byron Beebe; Head of Aon PEP (U.S.), Wealth Solutions, Rick Jones and Defined Contribution Solution Leader, EMEA, Tony Pugh, share their insights and advice regarding the benefits and impact of multiemployer plans.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website The Aon Pooled Employer Plan: An Inflation Fighter Five Reasons to Consider a Pooled Employer Plan as Part of Your 401(k) Benefits Strategy Is a Pooled Employer Plan Right for Your Organization? Why Pooled Retirement Plans are Changing the 401(k) Market Aon Pooled Employer Plan Reaches $1 Billion in U.S. Plan Assets and Commitments Tweetables:
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31 May 2022 | 30: On Aon's Review of the Talent Landscape With Marinus van Driel | 00:17:58 | |
Employee retention has become a matter of critical focus in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, as the Great Resignation continues to impact every industry. With insights into key elements that build a workforce for the future and how Aon is advising clients on supporting more resilient and agile employees, today’s guest understands that being Aon United is more important today than ever before. Innovative solutions to skills shortages, effective rescaling and more valuable employee propositions are all part of the work of Aon’s Human Capital Strategy Lead Marinus van Driel. He has joined this week’s host, Aon’s North America Chief Operations Officer Kevin Johnson, to discuss employee retention and the results from Aon's 2022 Global HR Pulse Survey.
Additional Resources: Aon's 2022 Global HR Pulse Survey Video: How Are Companies Addressing the Great Resignation? Four Strategies to Win and Retain Talent Amid the Great Resignation LinkedIn Article around the Great Resignation Reflecting on the Biggest HR Challenges of 2021 and Looking Ahead to 2022 Tweetables: “Employee resilience is more important now than ever before.” — Marinus van Driel “Every day we’re having conversations with clients about supporting their employees in better ways.” — Marinus van Driel “Our goal is to address any of our client’s biggest challenges in relation to retaining talent.” — Marinus van Driel | |||
25 Feb 2025 | C-Suite View on Navigating Complexity and Volatility with Greg Case | 00:14:14 | |
How is growing complexity and volatility impacting businesses around the world? And how can data and analytics help leaders make better decisions? On this episode of the On Aon podcast, we hear from Aon’s CEO, Greg Case, and Chief Administrative Officer, Lisa Stevens, about the opportunities for businesses to more effectively address risk and people issues and how Aon is going further, faster to help. Experts in this episode:
Additional resources: 2025 Climate and Catastrophe Insight
Key Moments: [1:50] What we heard from clients at our Property & Casualty Symposium [4:42] Aon’s Better Decisions Lab [6:33] The interconnected megatrends of Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce [9:45] Opportunities for businesses in 2025
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05 Jun 2023 | 54: On Aon’s Navigating Volatile Markets as an Institutional Investor with Bryan Ward and Heather Myers | 00:21:37 | |
Institutional investors in today’s market face a host of unprecedented challenges in managing their investment programs. Organizations are seeking ways to effectively govern and implement their strategies, but how can they better understand the opportunities and risks as well? In this episode of the “On Aon” podcast, host and Aon’s Senior Partner and Global CIO, Russ Ivinjack, welcomes Aon’s Senior Partner and U.S. Head of Solutions and Sales Bryan Ward and Aon’s Partner and Non-Profit Solutions Leader Heather Myers for a discussion about navigating volatile markets. They also examine the role of the Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO).
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Retirement and Investment Insights--North America The Optimal Outsourced Chief Investment Officer The One Brief: An OCIO Can be the Answer in Volatile Times Tweetables:
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21 Nov 2022 | 42: On Aon’s Innovative Approach to Cyber Resilience with Nitai Mandhyan and Scott Swanson | 00:19:27 | |
As cyber attacks become increasingly more sophisticated and costly, organizations will face new challenges in mitigating their cyber risks. This week, host and Engagement Management Leader for Cyber Solutions, Stroz Friedberg, an Aon company, Rachel Ratcliff, is joined by Aon’s Managing Director, Cyber Solutions, Nitai Mandhyan, and Aon’s Practice Leader, Cyber Solutions, Scott Swanson, for a conversation about how organizations can withstand and respond to potential cyber risks. They discuss the importance of developing a cyber resilience strategy and participating in regular adversary simulation exercises to help build resistance to cyber attacks.
Additional Resources: On Aon’s Cyber Threat Hunt with Samantha Billy and Jonathan Rajewski E&O and Cyber Market Review – Midyear 2022 Aon’s 2021 Global Risk Management Survey Making Better Decisions in Uncertain Times: Aon’s 2022 Executive Risk Survey Tweetables:
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06 Mar 2024 | What Climate Risk Means for the Future of Responsible Investing | 00:25:53 | |
Navigating the broad landscape of climate-related investment risks and opportunities has never been more critical. For a discussion on decarbonization, responsible investing and tactics for greater resilience, host and Aon’s Partner, Non-Profit Solutions Leader, Chair of U.S. Investment Committee, Heather Myers, welcomes Daniel Ingram, partner, head of Responsible Investment, North America, and Tim Manuel, partner, head of Responsible Investment, UK.
Additional Resources: How is Climate Change Affecting the Investment Landscape? Aon’s Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Manager Ratings: 3 Questions with Daniel Ingram Impact Investing is Hard: Here’s How to do it Well Tweetables:
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18 Apr 2022 | 27: On Aon's Strategy for Attracting Fresh Talent with Ben Evans and Juawana Allen | 00:26:23 | |
Aon’s Early Careers programs provide unique opportunities for learning, growing and working in a collaborative environment. From internships to the Aon Apprenticeship program, Aon’s Early Careers programs offer students the chance to explore career opportunities and gain real-life professional experience and on-the-job learning. To highlight some of the benefits of these programs, including professional networking and personal development, this week’s host, Aon’s Diversity Solutions Director Robert Simpson is joined by Aon Reinsurance Specialist Juawana Allen and Aon Associate Investment Consultant Ben Evans for a look at their experiences as a part of Aon’s Early Careers programs and the impact it has had on their careers and lives.
Additional Resources: Launch: Aon’s Early Career Program “On Aon” Episode 22: On Aon’s Diverse Talent Initiative with Meghan Parrilla and Josh Williams Tweetables: “Having the opportunity to grow in a place where people are rooting for your development truly gave me the courage and motivation that it took to complete the program.” — Juawana Allen “You’re able not only to build professional networks in the business but personal relationships with those who you will progress through the business | |||
24 Jan 2022 | 21: On Aon’s Conversation with CEO Greg Case | 00:28:29 | |
We are joined this week by Aon CEO Greg Case, who shares his thoughts on how Aon is heading into 2022 with more momentum than ever before. Greg discusses how the firm has expanded its ability to help clients and innovate at scale to address their emerging needs in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Greg dives into the importance of inclusive people leadership and how creating an environment that fosters accountability and transparency is crucial to the success of Aon. He shares why he is inspired by Aon colleagues coming together to support each other during the COVID-19 pandemic and notes how this only proves the concept of Aon United – working together as one firm to shape decisions for the better and drive sustainable growth.
Additional Resources: Overview of Aon client needs Tweetables:
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11 Apr 2023 | 50: On Aon's 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey with Stephanie Pronk | 00:23:58 | |
In the 50th episode of the “On Aon” podcast, host and Aon’s Senior Vice President, National Healthcare Industry Practice, Sheena Singh, is joined by Aon’s Senior Vice President, National Health Transformation Team Leader, Stephanie Pronk. The episode, which marks the two-year anniversary launch of the "On Aon" podcast, features an in-depth conversation about Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey.
Additional Resources: Aon’s website Aon’s 2022-2023 Global Wellbeing Survey Companies are Overlooking ‘People Risk’ in Inflationary, Recessionary Environment On Aon Ep. 46: On Aon’s Approach to Helping Clients Navigate DE&I in the Workplace with Dr. Avneet Kaur Tweetables:
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20 Feb 2024 | Insights from Aon’s latest Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report | 00:15:28 | |
Aon’s 2024 Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report analyzes the financial and human impacts of last year’s weather and natural disasters. Host and Aon’s Chief Marketing Officer, Reinsurance Solutions, Alexandra Lewis, invites Michal Lörinc, head of Catastrophe Insight, to share his knowledge on 2023’s natural catastrophes and the strategies needed to support those impacted.
Additional Resources: Aon’s 2024 Climate and Catastrophe Insight On Aon Episode 47: On Aon's Insights on Navigating and Preparing for Catastrophes with Michal Lörinc and Dominic Probyn Tweetables:
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