disaster zone podcast: an innovative risk management and insurance strategy

I’ve been active in the emergency management profession for over thirty years, and I had never heard of 831(b) Plans. As the insurance industry continues to struggle with rising losses and costs, here is a strategy to help minimize those costs while still providing a business with insurance.

Disaster Zone Podcast: An Innovative Risk Management and Insurance Strategy

In recent years the U.S. has seen an increase in hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding – causing record levels of destruction and damage. Despite these concerning trends, traditional insurance can fall short, leaving Americans and our small businesses vulnerable. But it doesn’t need to be this way – there is a tool out there to empower our small businesses to self-insure, ensuring they are protected the next time a disaster hits. The tool? 831(b) Plans, also known as micro captive insurance plans.

 The podcast guest is Van Carlson, a risk management specialist with more than 25 years’ experience in the industry, is available to speak to share first-hand experiences of businesses that have been saved due to these critical risk management tools, and how other businesses can protect themselves before the next disaster strikes. He has had extensive history supporting businesses impacted, both directly and indirectly, by unforeseen weather disasters and has saved countless businesses from closure as a result