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Willis (NASDAQ: WTW) has introduced 'Undercover', a groundbreaking $200 million insurance facility designed to protect cargo owners from global geopolitical risks. Developed in partnership with Markel, this first-of-its-kind solution combines coverage for cargo, war on land, terrorism, political violence, and confiscation risks.

The innovative facility offers a unique single-facility approach that reduces coverage gaps and simplifies claims processes by eliminating the need to determine claim motivation. The solution provides stable coverage costs despite changing country risk ratings and offers comprehensive protection during periods of political instability.

WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has appointed Alena Kharkavets as North American Head of Claims in its Insurance Consulting and Technology (ICT) business. Kharkavets joins from Intact Financial Corporation where she spent nearly 20 years developing expertise in pricing, claims, underwriting, M&A, digital distribution, and strategy.

In her new role, Kharkavets will focus on advancing claims analytics by incorporating data science and AI into claims processes. She will also provide strategic advice on leveraging data and analytics for improved organizational decision-making.

Willis (NASDAQ:WTW) has released its Cyber Directors' and Officers' Survey Report, revealing data loss and cyber-attacks as top risks for directors and officers. The survey showed significant shifts in cybersecurity governance, with monthly board updates increasing from 18% to 28% between 2024-2025.

Key findings include: 80% of respondents have implemented cyber incident response plans, 65% feel well-prepared for cyber incidents (up from 56%), and 56% expect increased cyber security budgets in 2025. Additionally, 53% of respondents have cyber insurance, with 18% planning to purchase it within two years.

WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has announced a significant enhancement to its Radar analytics deployment solution through a collaboration with Verisk. The new feature integrates Verisk's ISO Electronic Rating Content™ (ISO ERC™), enabling insurance carriers to implement ISO updates in minutes rather than months.

The integration allows insurers to instantly create ISO-based pricing models, analyze the impact of updates on existing portfolios, test proprietary deviations, and deploy rates with minimal error risk. This advancement significantly improves rate-making efficiency and provides insurers with a competitive advantage in responding to market price movements.

Willis (NASDAQ: WTW) has launched Zest Insurance, a digital insurance platform designed for Australian SMEs. The platform offers end-to-end digital insurance services, from quoting to policy management, backed by expert broker support. Initially targeting the administration and support services industry with policies underwritten by Chubb, Zest Insurance aims to modernize insurance processes for small businesses. The platform addresses a significant market opportunity, with 97% of Australian businesses having 20 or fewer employees and the SME insurance market valued at AUD 9 billion in gross written premium. The service features industry-specific solutions, user-friendly design, and on-demand broker support, targeting businesses such as bookkeepers, payroll services, and management consultants.

WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has appointed Ryan Pischke as Growth Leader for Michigan and Ohio in its Corporate Risk & Broking segment. With over 20 years of experience in insurance brokerage and client advisory services, Pischke will focus on expanding WTW's market presence through client relationship development, talent acquisition, and community engagement. Previously serving as President of Property and Casualty in the Central Region at USI, Pischke brings expertise in building high-performing teams and fostering client relationships. In his new role, he will collaborate across industry verticals, broking teams, and client service groups to deliver integrated solutions and drive cross-segment sales opportunities.

WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has appointed Farah Ismail as Senior Director, Head of Commercial Lines within its Insurance Consulting and Technology business in North America. With over 15 years of experience across specialty and non-specialty commercial insurance lines, Ismail brings expertise in underwriting, pricing, product development, and claims. Based in New York and reporting to Laura Doddington, Head of Personal & Commercial Lines Consulting & Technology, she will be responsible for shaping and executing the North American go-to-market strategy for Commercial Lines. Her role will focus on helping clients refine pricing and underwriting strategies, identify risk changes, and respond to emerging trends using WTW's Radar analytics platform.

WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has strengthened its Insurance Consulting and Technology (ICT) business with two strategic appointments. Scott Van Slyck joins as Senior Director of Technology Sales, bringing over 20 years of enterprise software and Insurtech sales leadership experience from companies like SunGard, Bolttech, Majesco, and InsurePay. Based in Raleigh, Van Slyck will lead the Americas Technology Sales team, focusing on client outreach and expanding WTW's technology footprint. Kate Gingras, JD, has been appointed as Director of Strategy Execution, contributing 20 years of experience in enterprise software and insurance markets. Based in Boston, Gingras will work with Americas consulting and technology leaders to align strategy, business, and operations for ICT business growth. Both executives will report to Giovanni Smyth, Americas Regional Leader for the ICT business.

WTW's 2025 Benefits Trends Survey reveals U.S. employers are strategically shifting their benefits approach amid economic pressures. Rising benefit costs have become the primary concern for 90% of employers in 2025, up from 67% in 2023. Other major challenges include talent competition (52%), employee experience expectations (43%), and cost of living (39%). In response, 63% of companies plan to reallocate benefit spending over the next three years, compared to just 8% previously. 73% aim to enhance value or switch to better-value vendors, while 44% plan to address high-cost medical conditions. Companies are focusing on maximizing value, mental health support, health benefits, financial wellbeing, and family support, with increased emphasis on communication and navigation solutions to improve employee experience.