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Flip the Cap Episode 11: Decoding Catastrophe Modeling with Bruce Norris

Mar 7, 2024

Welcome to Flip the Cap!

In this episode, Kathryn Smith delves into the intricacies of catastrophe modeling with Jencap Director and certified catastrophe modeler, Bruce Norris. With decades of experience in catastrophe analysis and technology, Bruce sheds light on the fundamentals of CAT modeling, explores the nuances of PML and AAL, and how a model’s data impacts insurance outcomes.

Episode Highlights:

  • How Bruce’s backpacking hobby led to sightings of his spirit animal
  • Revealing the “favorite failure” that paved the path to Bruce’s biggest success
  • Understand CAT modeling and its crucial role in the insurance industry
  • Breaking down PML and AAL
  • Why the model and carrier pricing aren’t always in sync
  • What factors are influencing data from insurance modeling?
  • The importance of quality and well formatted data
  • The relationship between ITV and CAT modeling
  • The Jencap Advantage
 

Learn more about Jencap’s expansive property capabilities at https://jencapgroup.com/custom-solutions/property/ 
Kathryn Smith

Kathryn Smith

Jencap's Managing Director of Marketing, Kathryn Smith, has dedicated her entire career to the insurance industry. A diverse background equips Kathryn with a unique 360-degree perspective, having experienced the industry from all angles: agency, carrier, and wholesaler. She consistently produces award-winning marketing content and hosts the Jencap insurance podcast, "Flip the Cap."

CAT Modeling | Insurance podcast | Carrier pricing | Catastrophe Modeling

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