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Hurricane Preparedness for Commercial Properties Starts Now | What's Brewing | Season 3 | Episode 23

As hurricane season begins, IAT Insurance Group's Loss Control Specialists Katie B. and Tim U. discuss how businesses can prepare commercial properties before, during, and after a storm. From protecting buildings and inventory to strengthening business continuity plans and employee safety procedures, this episode of What’s Brewing shares practical guidance to help businesses reduce risk and recover faster when severe weather strikes.

Winning Online Visibility: SEO, AEO & What Insurance Agencies Need to Know | What's Brewing | Season 3 | Episode 22

As digital behavior continues to evolve, insurance agentsand brokers are facing a new reality: visibility is no longer just about ranking in search - it’s about being present where and how insureds are looking. In this episode of What’s Brewing, IAT Insurance Group's Manager of Marketing & Communications Victoria K. sits down with Tony Bielobockie of Red Fin Group to explore how shifts in search - driven by AI, zero-click results, and changing user behavior - are impacting online visibility for insurance businesses. Whether you’re refining your website, building content, or looking to improve your agency’s online visibility, this conversation offers actionable insight to help you navigate what’s next.

Protecting Leadership: D&O in a Changing Risk Landscape | What's Brewing | Season 3 | Episode 21

Most organizations underestimate how quickly evolving risks can impact their leadership - and their personal assets. In this episode of What’s Brewing, AVP of Product Management Brian S. and Management Liability Underwriter Chris E. break down why D&O insurance - especially Side A coverage - is critical protection when companies can’t indemnify their directors and officers. From insolvency and derivative lawsuits to emerging risks like AI-driven hiring claims and economic volatility, they unpack real-world scenarios that can lead to significant financial exposure. You’ll also learn how D&O coverage works across Side A, B, and C, why demand for higher limits is rising, and why even small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations need this protection. Whether you’re a broker, underwriter, or business leader, this episode delivers practical insights to help you stay ahead of today’s management liability risks. Disclaimer: The scenarios and exposures discussed in this episode are for informational purposes only and are not intended to imply coverage under any specific insurance policy. Coverage is subject to the terms, conditions, and exclusions of each individual policy, and all claims are evaluated on their own merits.

Strategic Cargo Theft: Where Do Stolen Goods Go? | What's Brewing | Season 3 | Episode 20

Strategic cargo theft doesn’t end when a load disappears – that’s often just the beginning. In this episode of the What’s Brewing Podcast, IAT Insurance Group's Loss Control and Special Investigations Unit experts break down where stolen freight actually goes, how it reenters the market, and why recovery can be so difficult. Tune in for practical insights motor carriers can use to stay ahead of today’s evolving theft tactics.

Opening Doors to Insurance with HBCU Impact and Spencer Educational Foundation | What's Brewing | Season 3 | Episode 19

In honor of Insurance Careers Month, IAT Insurance Group's Siri S. chats with Rebekah Ratliff of HBCU Impact and Megan Miller from the Spencer Educational Foundation about why insurance is anything but boring. From breaking industry myths to opening doors for the next generation, this episode of the What's Brewing Podcast makes the case for insurance as a career that truly touches everything.