All Episodes

Welcome to the very first episode of Women in Sales. Host Jenni Lee Crocker is joined by Beth Phares and Julie Rison for an honest and inspiring conversation about what truly drives success in sales. Together, they share real experiences, practical lessons and encouragement for the next generation of women considering a path in sales. This debut episode launches an ongoing series dedicated to elevating women’s voices, stories and impact across the industry and marks the beginning of many powerful conversations to come.

Join Kenny White, Alliant Healthcare, and Kathy Roe, Health Law Consultancy, as they examine recent federal and state developments shaping the regulation of artificial intelligence in healthcare and managed care, including a new executive order establishing federal priorities. Their discussion highlights state-level activity around prior authorization and mental health AI applications, alongside the growing tension between federal oversight and state enforcement. They also share practical considerations for organizations, from governance and risk management to compliance and insurance implications as AI adoption continues to evolve.

Join Brendan Hall and Michael White, Alliant Cyber, and Scott Erickson, APT Healthcare, as they explore how Alliant’s PortCo Protect program supports private equity organizations in advancing cybersecurity maturity across their portfolio companies. The discussion highlights how portfolio-wide risk assessments, sponsor transparency and ongoing remediation guidance help drive alignment, justify investment and strengthen security posture. Scott also shares firsthand insights on modernizing IT infrastructure, improving defenses against threats like ransomware and the value of collaborative partnership in elevating enterprise risk management.

Join Mike Radak, Alliant Financial Institutions, and David Finz, Alliant Claims & Legal, as they discuss recent court decisions and federal policy developments shaping coverage outcomes and emerging risk exposures. Mike discusses a favorable Southern District of New York decision affirming full coverage for an insured in a D&O coverage arbitration, highlighting key takeaways on allocation, best efforts and the application of New York’s relative exposure rule. David then examines a new federal executive order on artificial intelligence, outlining its potential impact on state regulation, emerging liability exposures and insurance considerations across specialty lines.

AI is accelerating ransomware attacks and reshaping the cyber threat landscape. Join Brendan Hall, Alliant Cyber, and Brad LaPorte, Morphisec, as they discuss how evolving ransomware tactics and polymorphic malware are challenging traditional cybersecurity defenses. Together they share how a preemptive approach to ransomware protection can help organizations reduce exposure, lower insurance costs and strengthen cyber resilience as AI continues to accelerate the speed and sophistication of attacks. They also highlight how Morphisec’s patented technology and ransomware-free guarantee provide a powerful layer of protection that complements existing MDR and EDR tools.

CJ Dietzman and Tara Albin, Alliant Cyber, are joined by Kenny White, Alliant Healthcare, to examine the evolving role of artificial intelligence in the managed care industry. Their discussion explores how AI is streamlining administrative processes and compliance functions, while simultaneously introducing new exposures around privacy, vendor accountability and cyber risk. Together they highlight how proactive strategies such as implementing governance frameworks, employee training and AI literacy in an organization can strengthen resilience and manage risk in an increasingly automated environment.

Join Mike Radak, Alliant Financial Institutions, and David Finz, Alliant Claims & Legal, as they explore recent key rulings under the Investment Company Act and D&O policy prior notice exclusions, with Mike exploring their impact on claims handling and coverage strategy. David then examines a recent data breach settlement, highlighting how precise policy language can help manage cyber liability and navigate complex class action exposures.

Join CJ Dietzman, Cara Murray and Ben Lorentzen, Alliant Cyber, as they discuss the current state of the cyber insurance market and the evolving threats organizations face heading into 2026. Their conversation explores how cultivating a strong culture of cybersecurity that is supported by engaged employees and leadership can strengthen resilience and reduce exposure. They also share actionable steps organizations can take to build a sustainable cyber culture that reinforces strategy and enhances preparedness in today’s dynamic risk landscape.

Join Howard Miller and Grace Michael, Alliant Cyber, as they discuss practical strategies organizations can use to reduce downtime, minimize costs and strengthen resilience before and after a cyber incident. They examine how effective incident response planning, tabletop exercises and business impact analysis (BIA) collectively enhance recovery and guide smarter insurance and risk transfer decisions.

Roger Barbieri, Harbor Group Consulting, is joined by Jon Gilbert, Alliant Mergers & Acquisitions, to examine the unique risks involved in financing healthcare real estate compared to traditional commercial assets. They explore key challenges including medical professional liability, environmental exposures, and evolving post-COVID regulations, highlighting how comprehensive insurance reviews and active lender involvement can lead to stronger healthcare transactions.

Suicide and mental health challenges remain critical yet often overlooked issues in the construction industry, with suicide rates significantly higher than in other professions. Join Eli Mendoza and John Murphy, Alliant Construction, as they discuss the factors driving this crisis, recent statistics and how to overcome the stigma surrounding mental health in construction. Their conversation explores prevention and post-prevention strategies, available resources and how Alliant works alongside clients to raise awareness and implement meaningful support programs.

Join Mike Radak, Alliant Financial Institutions, and David Finz, Alliant Claims & Legal, as they break down three recent legal developments shaping insurance and cyber risk. They discuss how strict notice provisions can result in claim denials, the importance of securing coverage for regulatory investigations and what the MOVEit litigation reveals about duty to defend versus choice of counsel. Together, they provide key insights for policyholders navigating coverage gaps, defense strategies and the evolving risks in the financial institutions and cyber markets.

Join Brendan Hall, Alliant Cyber, and Gaurav Kulkarni, COO, Sprocket Security, as they explore the evolution of penetration (Pen) testing from traditional legacy models to continuous security programs that deliver real-time insights into an organization’s ever-changing attack surface. Their discussion highlights how this new approach supports compliance, reduces exposure and aligns with modern cybersecurity frameworks like Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). Gaurav also outlines how Sprocket’s hybrid model blends technology with human-led testing to better identify, validate and remediate risk to stay ahead of zero-day vulnerabilities and emerging risks in today’s changing climate.

In the inaugural episode, Roger Barbieri and Jeff Evans, Harbor Group, welcome Jon Gilbert, Alliant M&A, to look into the complexities of commercial real estate insurance. They discuss common challenges like high deductibles and catastrophic loss exposure, the importance of early engagement and how Harbor Group Consulting's unique approach ensures smooth closings.

A recent Supreme Court decision is reshaping the landscape for fraud enforcement against government contractors, eliminating the need to show monetary loss when false statements are made during the bidding process. Mike Radak, Alliant Financial Institutions, and David Finz, Alliant Claims & Legal, break down the implications of Kousisis v. United States and discuss a pivotal California ruling that broadens the scope of the California Consumer Privacy Act beyond data breaches. Together, they explore how these developments could carry implications for contract compliance, DEI disclosures, cyber controls and privacy litigation moving forward.