Rising Stars

Rising Star Adam Lantrip Looks at Cyber Insurance’s Evolving Landscape, from Silent Cyber to Rate Changes

We spoke with Adam Lantrip, professional and cyber solutions practice leader at CAC Specialty, about our evolving approach to cybersecurity and the value of being hands-on.

Rising Star Britt Eilhardt on Working in Cyber Risk, Closing the Talent Gap and the Joy of Sharing Expertise

Rising Star Phil Huffman Sees a Bright Future for Manufacturing Despite Some Clouds Ahead

Rising Star Jacqueline Quintal Shares How She Keeps Pace with Rapid Changes in Finance

Rising Star Nicole Sivieri Shares Her Take on the Future of Transportation and the Shared Economy

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Rising Star Frank Kilburg on the CRIS Designation and Growing Your Industry Network to Your Advantage

Marsh’s Frank Kilburg discusses what being a Power Broker means to him, and how he continues to push himself in the brokering industry.

Rising Star Thompson Mackey Dishes on the Biggest and Most Pressing Trends in Cyber

Thompson Mackey of EPIC Insurance Brokers takes his time to truly understand each client and their specific needs, making him a standout in the cyber brokering community.

Rising Star Amy Klitzke on Her Management Liability Career and How the Industry Can Best Attract Upcoming Talent

For Rising Star Amy Klitzke, a career in insurance has been rewarding in several ways, from diversity of clients to learning technical skillsets.

Rising Star Reid Clary on His Biggest Agriculture Broker Win and Why Kindness in the Industry Is Essential

AssuredPartners’ broker Reid Clary talks his introduction to the insurance industry and what to look for in new talent.

Rising Star Emily Quinlan Carved Out a Space in Insurance for Success. Here’s How She Keeps Pushing Forward

Alliant’s Emily Quinlan has taken her time to best understand the industry so that her clients get top information with little confusion and plenty of assurance.

Rising Star Lisa Duncan Details the Hallmark of a Good Broker Partner — and How She Strives to Meet the Standard Each Day

Risk Placement Services’ Lisa Duncan is making waves as a broker in the M&A space. Here’s how she’s doing it with style.

Rising Star John Costello on How Insurtech Is Affecting the Construction Industry

Beecher Carlson broker John Costello talks construction, Insurtech and the opportunities for young people within the insurance industry.

Rising Star Josh Jabour Talks Aviation Insurance and Shares What It Takes to Be Best in the Industry

As a vice president of sales at AssuredPartners and a 2021 Power Broker finalist, Josh Jabour shares his journey in the industry.

Rising Star Jessica Harger Talks M&A, Tax Insurance and What Being a Good Broker Partner Is All About

An M&A expert and tax insurance enthusiast, Aon’s Jessica Harger shares some insight into the space.

Rising Star Kristina Marcigliano of Risk Strategies Talks About Reopening the Art World, and More

Risk Strategies’ Kristina Marcigliano shares what it was like to go from dreaming of a career as a history teacher to finding a passion for insurance.

Rising Star Hannah Adams of Gallagher Talks to Risk & Insurance About Nonprofit Sector Brokering

Hannah Adams of Gallagher pushes aside the notion that women should ever be considered second best when it comes to their potential to thrive in the insurance industry.

Rising Star Jack Kurcab of Gallagher Talks to Risk & Insurance About Education Sector Brokering

Gallagher broker Jack Kurcab shares how he got his start in the industry, what the education sector can expect this year and more.

Opinion | It’s Time to Thank the Next Generation

In an industry with a looming talent gap that’s already showing its effects, the 2021 Rising Stars are something to celebrate. 

The 2021 Rising Stars: The Next Generation of Commercial Insurance Brokering Talent

Among the 2021 Power Brokers are the 2021 Rising Stars. This next wave of insurance brokering talent sat down with Risk & Insurance to discuss their respective journeys within the insurance industry.

The 2021 Power Broker® Rising Stars

The Power Broker® Rising Stars’ Class of 2021 are already shaping the industry for a new vision of the future of brokerage.

84 Insurance Brokers You Haven’t Heard the Last Of

United by their award-winning brokering skills, these young professionals are showing the world what it takes to succeed in the insurance space.

Introducing the 2020 Power Broker® Rising Stars

The Power Broker® Rising Stars’ Class of 2020 are already shaping the industry for a new vision of the future of brokerage.

2019 Rising Stars: Young Brokers Primed for Success

Coming from various backgrounds but unified by ambition, here are the 2019 Power Broker® Rising Stars.

2019 Power Broker® Rising Stars

The Power Broker® Rising Stars’ Class of 2019 are already shaping the industry for a new vision of the future of brokerage.

This One Simple Solution Is Helping Public Entities Drastically Reduce Winter Slip and Fall Claims

Public entities see serious claims during winter months, but thanks to Marcus Henthorn and his Gallagher team, icy conditions don’t stand a chance.