Ep 7 - The Intersection Between Tech E&O and Cyber: An Underwriter's Perspective (with John Butler, Product and Underwriting Leader)

Cyber breaches have taken center stage in recent years, but Tech E&O never went away. In this episode, we delve into the intersection of Tech E&O and Cyber Insurance.

With over two decades of experience, John Butler brings a wealth of knowledge on the challenges and opportunities at this crossroads. This discussion not only uncovers the evolving nature of cyber risks but also explores the intricate balance between technological advancements and insurance solutions.


You'll learn:

1. The complexities at the intersection of Tech E&O and cyber insurance
2. Strategies for effective risk aggregation in the face of emerging threats
3. The significance of advancing from device to user authentication
4. Insights into the future directions of cyber insurance and underwriting

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About John:
John has worked in the insurance industry for 20 years in various underwriting and leadership roles.  As the globe pushes for more autonomous technology into the infrastructure of our society and work product, John’s development and growth has led him to collaborate on past initiatives regarding emerging technology and the impact this has on the insurance marketplace. He has received two insurance designations, RPLU+ and CPLP, from the Professional Liability Underwriting Society.  He earned a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University and a Master in Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management. He is involved with the Professional Liability Underwriting Society as a Cyber Trend Advisor and sits on the CPLP committee, which is responsible for on-demand learning products in the CPLP designation program and future content for PLUS members.

Get in touch with John Butler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-butler9/

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About the host Louisa:
Louisa is the Managing Partner of TittmannWeix LLP, a Chambers-rated insurance law firm with significant expertise in cyber, technology, media, privacy, and shared economy insurance products and claims. She played rugby for the United States Rugby Team and played in the 1995 World Cup. In her free time, she loves to travel with her twin daughters, whether that be hiking in the Swiss Alps or the Azores, visiting London and Paris, or road-tripping on the Oregon and California coast.

Get in touch with Louisa Weix on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-weix/

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Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!