The Origin of a Benefits Leader: Why I Chose This Work — and Why I’m Staying

We’re sharing this powerful reflection from Alison Myers, President of Benefits and Health at Venbrook, for Women’s History Month:

Leadership isn’t about following a roadmap; it’s about creating one. Curiosity over judgment. Vulnerability over perfection. Lifting others as you lead.

Her insights remind us that empowering women in leadership is a responsibility we all share.

Venbrook Group Names Tom Sleeper President, Retail Property & Casualty Division to Drive Scalable Growth and Build a Unified National P&C Platform

Venbrook is pleased to announce Tom Sleeper as President of our Retail Property & Casualty Division.

With more than 45 years of industry leadership, Tom will lead the continued growth and integration of our national Retail P&C platform, strengthening carrier relationships, supporting our producers, and enhancing value for clients nationwide. As we expand our footprint, we’re excited for Tom to help drive this next phase of scalable growth. 

Expanding Healthcare Access at HBCUs: Student Health Plans Drive Equity

Equitable access to healthcare plays a meaningful role in student retention and success, especially at HBCUs that serve high percentages of first-gen students.

In recognition of #BlackHistoryMonth, our Venbrook Student Insurance team explores how comprehensive student health plans can reduce barriers to care, maintain continuity across state lines, and strengthen outcomes campus-wide.

As federal and market shifts reshape healthcare access in 2026, proactive planning has never been more important. 

Next Gen Claims: What is A Claims Adjuster in 2026?

The role of the claims professional is changing, and we’re embracing it.

In his article "Next Gen Claims: What is a Claims Adjuster in 2026?", Awais Farooq, CPCU, AIC, AIC-M, LPCS, explores how AI is reshaping claims work while human judgment, empathy, and creativity remain central. His upcoming book, "The Future Isn’t Fully Automated," dives even deeper into why humans still matter in a high-tech world.

Technology should elevate our people, not replace them. Human judgment, creativity, and thoughtful negotiation remain at the heart of every file at Venbrook Claims.

The future of claims isn’t fully automated; it’s human-led, tech-enabled, and purpose-driven.

Venbrook Group Names Awais Farooq Chief Claims Officer

Venbrook is proud to announce the appointment of Awais Farooq as Chief Claims Officer. Awais brings deep expertise in claims strategy, transformation, and customer advocacy, and will play a pivotal role in advancing our global claims capabilities. Welcome to the team, Awais.

2026 Benefits Rates Are Rising: Reexamining Campus Insurance for College Students

Rising healthcare costs in 2026 are prompting families & institutions to reevaluate college student coverage.

Our Venbrook Student Insurance team recently shared insights on how increasing employer premiums and the end of ACA subsidies may shift enrollment conversations this spring, and why campus-sponsored plans deserve renewed attention.

These shifts highlight the importance of clear communication and thoughtful planning around student health coverage.

How one HOA saved $400,000 and unlocked property value for the entire community

Bold Moves. Real Impact. A Venbrook HOA client achieved $400,000 in annual cost savings, nearly 30% - without reducing premiums. 

Venbrook helped lower their annual premium, improve coverage, and position the entire complex for FHA financing. Contact Brett Nordyke, Vice President of Retail, at bnordyke@venbrook.com to discover what made it possible. 

2026 Personal Insurance Outlook: Protecting What You’ve Built in a Harder Market

The past year has reshaped how many individuals and families think about personal risk, especially in communities that experienced catastrophic events like the Palisades and Eaton fires and the Texas Hill Country floods. Recent natural disasters have had a significant impact on how risk advisors prepare, plan, and protect their clients.

Christina Oakes, LUTCF, CPRIA, our EVP Private Client Services, explores perception shifts and broader forces redefining personal insurance in her "2026 Private Client Services Outlook.” From climate-driven exposures to increasingly complex asset portfolios, the path forward requires deep insight and anticipatory guidance.

What California’s New Infertility Insurance Mandate Means for Employers — and Why It Matters for Talent

SB 729 marks one of the most comprehensive fertility coverage mandates in the country, and it will directly shape how California employers approach benefits strategy in 2026 and beyond.

Alison Myers, President of Corporate Benefits & Specialty Health, breaks down what the mandate requires, what employers should expect, and how this shift can become a competitive advantage for attracting and retaining talent.

Her insights offer practical guidance for HR leaders navigating renewal planning, employee communication, and the operational impacts of expanded fertility benefits.

Gen Z is built for insurance

What if solving the insurance industry’s talent gap isn’t about changing them — but changing how we see them?

In his latest article, Jeffrey Lang, President of Venbrook Retail P&C, challenges common misconceptions about Gen Z in the workplace and sheds light on why their values (purpose, balance, and growth) make them a natural fit for a career in insurance.