Insider Insights

Closing the Gap: How Women Are Reshaping the Future of Life Insurance

Rebecca Dunne, EVP of Affiliated Distribution at National Life and Tina Beckwith CMO for LIMRA and LOMA discuss the how addressing the life insurance talent shortage and protection gap by expanding the role of women in the industry can drive stronger consumer connections and business growth

From Confidence to Commitment: Closing the Retirement Readiness Gap

Today, we're excited to have with us Bryan Hodgens, head of research at LIMRA and David Blanchett, head of retirement research at Prudential to discuss Prudential’s 2025 Global Retirement Pulse survey and what it reveals about the growing gap between how confident people feel about retirement and the concrete steps they’ve actually taken to prepare.

Fiduciary Blind Spots: What Plan Sponsors Don’t Know Could Hurt Them

Many plan sponsors don’t realize they’re fiduciaries — and that misunderstanding can lead to compliance risks and missed opportunities. In this episode, we explore the most common fiduciary blind spots, why they matter, and how service providers can help sponsors strengthen oversight and governance. Tune in for practical insights that can elevate your plan management strategy.

Why They Walk Away: Understanding and Solving Benefit Drop-Off

In this episode, we dive into the top reasons employees opt out of workplace benefits —including the disconnect between protection and perceived value, cost concerns, generational shifts, and product-specific trends that influence benefit decisions. From affordability to education, we unpack strategies that help employers boost utilization and retention. Plus, we spotlight the biggest unmet needs in today’s workforce and why benefits remain a powerful lever for attracting and keeping top talent.

Engaging the Next Generation: Rethinking Life Insurance for Young Consumers

In this episode of Insider Insights, LIMRA’s Severine Suski and Steve Wood explore how life insurers can better engage young adults aged 24–35. Drawing from recent qualitative research, they discuss the barriers young consumers face, the emotional hurdles in purchasing life insurance, and the evolving role of social media in financial education. From TikTok to YouTube, discover how humor, authenticity, and storytelling can help carriers connect with the next generation of policyholders.