Risk in Context Podcast

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Join Marsh colleagues, risk professionals, C-suite executives, and others for conversations about the major risks businesses face today and how you can better understand and more effectively manage them.

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August 11, 202622 min

Identifying risks and opportunities as carbon credit markets grow

As carbon credit markets evolve, financial institutions, investors, and corporates are playing a larger role in project development and financing, while growing expectations around quality, permanence, and transparency are reshaping the market. At the same time, insurance solutions tailored to these projects are becoming increasingly important in supporting investment and continued growth. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Aaron Bailey and Lara Whitmore speak about the changing carbon credit market, the increasing focus on higher-cost carbon removal projects, and the role insurance can play in helping support market confidence and expansion. You can access a transcript of the episode here . To learn more about carbon credits, visit our dedicated page . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

July 22, 202621 min

Assessing timing, risk, and readiness ahead of an IPO

As IPO activity picks up after a period of subdued activity, companies preparing to go public should consider actions that help them strengthen governance, financial controls, and compliance capabilities well in advance, while also building insurance programs that reflect their risk tolerance and the realities of operating as a public company. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Will Fahey and Robyn Stevens and Paul Kardish, from Madison Industries, discuss the current IPO landscape, explore the risks that organizations should consider as they start the journey to go public, and actions that can help improve the odds of a successful listing. You can access a transcript of the episode here . Download Marsh's IPO guide . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

June 23, 202632 min

Leveraging site selection as a strategic data center success driver

Securing the right site is one of the most important decisions in a data center project. But securing the right location takes more than finding available land — it requires a clear view of power availability, labor access, natural catastrophe exposure, and more. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Michael Mathews, Dereck Wischmeier, Laksh Maggoo, and Manglam Tewari discuss the questions data center stakeholders should consider during the site-selection process and share practical advice to help guide better-informed site-selection decisions. You can access a transcript of the episode here . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

June 2, 202631 min

Capturing value during the PE industry's inflection point

Higher interest rates, slower exits, and increased competition are reshaping private equity and putting pressure on returns. As deal dynamics shift, many funds are rethinking how they create and protect value across the investment lifecycle, issues that are expected to be discussed during next week's SuperReturn conference. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Paul Knowles, John Romeo, and Benjamin Baumann explore what's changing, where opportunities are emerging, and the strategies that senior executives should consider to navigate today's evolving PE landscape. You can access a transcript of the episode here . Learn more about Marsh's presence at SuperReturn . For more insights and details about related insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

May 19, 202647 min

Building supply chain resilience through industry-specific actions

As supply chains across industries face mounting pressure from geopolitical conflict, shifting trade policy, extreme weather, surging costs, and more, organizations are confronting systemic vulnerabilities that can extend lead times, disrupt operations, and even delay delivery of lifesaving medicine. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's James Crask, Lisa Caldwell, Joao Buzio, and Eddie Albers explore how supply chain risks are showing up differently across sectors. They also share practical strategies to help organizations strengthen supply chain resilience through deeper data-driven visibility, cross-functional collaboration, and tailored insurance solutions designed to address residual risk in an increasingly interconnected risk landscape. You can access a transcript of the episode here . Learn more about Sentrisk . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

May 12, 202624 min

Optimizing health and benefits programs across private equity portfolios

As healthcare costs continue to surge , private equity (PE) firms managing diverse portfolios have the opportunity to mitigate the impact by adopting portfolio-wide health and benefits strategies that enable them to harness the scale of their portfolio to rein in escalating expenses and enhance employee retention and recruitment across their investments. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Alex Ackermann, Katherine Gensheimer, and Tom Shea discuss why PE firms should consider portfolio-wide health and benefits programs. They also talk about the importance of portfolio-wide programs going beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and instead focus on tailoring coverage, claims management, and resiliency efforts to the unique needs of each portfolio company. You can access a transcript of the episode here . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

April 28, 202642 min

Strengthening resilience in an era of interconnected risks

In an era of unprecedented complexity, organizations are facing a multitude of risks, including geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, extreme weather, and accelerating technological change, requiring senior leaders to rethink traditional risk frameworks and adopt holistic, forward-looking approaches that prioritize resilience and strategic risk capital allocation. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Andrew George, Carolina Klint, Reid Sawyer, and Michael Mathews discuss the top challenges outlined in this year's Global Risks Report , what these mean for organizations, and how senior leaders can build resiliency that is fit for today's interconnected and layered risk environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

April 7, 202641 min

Prioritizing mental health to enhance aviation safety

The safety and effectiveness of the aviation industry depend heavily on its people, underscoring the importance of stakeholders taking action to help safeguard their mental health and well-being. This pivots greatly on identifying potential challenges early and creating a culture that empowers individuals to voice concerns, admit errors, and seek support without fear of judgment or career repercussions. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Captain Andy James speaks with Dr. Wolfgang Seidl and Kimberly Perkins, PhD, about the critical importance for the aviation industry to prioritize its people's mental health and share actions that organizations can consider, which will be covered in more depth during Marsh's Aviation Summit . You can access a transcript of the episode here . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

March 17, 202638 min

Risk and insurance considerations for small nuclear technologies

Demand for small modular reactors (SMRs) continues to grow as these sources of nuclear energy are increasingly being considered as a means to advance energy security, helping to meet decarbonization and net-zero goals, and catering to growing power demands from data centers, remote communities, and major industries. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Amy Barnes, Jim Palaia, Everett Hansen, and Ailish Foster discuss why SMRs matter within the energy ecosystem and the opportunities and risks that risk managers should be aware of in their pursuit of reliability, sustainability, and resilience. You can access a transcript of the episode here . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com .

March 10, 202629 min

Tackling geopolitical risks in an era of higher friction

An accelerating geopolitical transition is rewriting the rules of cross‑border trade, finance, and digital connectivity — and the evolving conflict in the Middle East is intensifying risks for businesses worldwide. In this episode of Risk in Context , Marsh's Angela Duca, Christopher Coppock, and Stuart James unpack key findings from the Political Risk Report 2026* , outline practical steps to manage people, operational, insurance, and financial exposures, and discuss actions that leaders can take to protect their organizations. You can access a transcript of the episode here . Read Marsh's Political Risk Report 2026 . For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com . * The Political Risk Report 2026 was completed prior to the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East. While the global insights and analysis contained within remain relevant, they do not reflect the latest developments in the region. Marsh is actively monitoring the situation and its potential impact. Please reach out to your Marsh representative for any insights or support required.