Lynn O’Leary, President of U.S. Global Specialty Lines, shares her vision for the future of specialty insurance in a compelling Q&A with Risk & Insurance. Lynn discusses growth opportunities, leadership priorities, and how her legal background shapes her strategic approach.
PLYMOUTH, Minn., June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions recently awarded sixteen $3,000 college scholarships: eight to the children and/or grandchildren of Intact employees, and eight to children and/or grandchildren of the company's distribution partners. Recipients were selected based on criteria such as academic performance, leadership roles and participation in school and community activities.
Weddings are magical, memorable, and unforgettable—but they can also come with risks you didn't plan for. From accidents to legal claims, a single mishap can leave you financially responsibile. That's why special event insurance matters.
Hosting an event involves careful planning and a long checklist, and insurance should never be at the bottom. From liquor-related accidents to bodily injuries, a single incident can lead to claims, leaving you financially responsible.
We’ve broken it down: 5 key reasons why event insurance is crucial and why GatherGuard® is the safety net your event needs.
In a high-volume, transactional business such as surety, efficiency is everything. Scott Reinke, Chief Underwriting Officer of our Transactional Surety team, explores how modern technology is transforming the bond purchasing process—reducing double entry, enabling instant approvals, and improving broker profitability. With features like electronic indemnity execution, direct billing, and automated renewals, Intact’s platform is helping brokers save time and grow their business.
When a large telecommunications company faced mounting losses to their fleet, its future insurability was in question. With claim frequency rising and severity spiking, it was at risk of becoming uninsurable and potentially losing access to the coverage its operations depended on.
Instead of non-renewing the client, our Risk Control team stepped in with a focused plan.
The result? The situation stabilized, losses declined, and the client remained in our portfolio, stronger than before.
We’re pleased to share key updates and milestones from Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions. From strong financial performance to leadership growth and product innovation, these developments underscore our ongoing commitment to supporting our valued partners with strength, stability, and comprehensive coverage.
With a wide range of scams on the rise from internet and email, to phone calls and direct mailers, businesses and individuals face increasing risks. Are your clients prepared?
Check fraud is a costly crime involving alteration, counterfeiting, or theft of checks for unauthorized payments. Organizations should
implement strong security measures to combat these fraudulent activities. Consider these forgery prevention tips to avoid financial
losses and reputational damage for your business.
The boundaries between work and home have never been blurrier. The shift to remote and hybrid environments brought flexibility, but for insurers and employers alike, it also introduced a new exposure: harassment claims in the virtual workplace.
In this article, featured on Insurance Journal and authored by Intact's Karli L. Moore and Nelson T. Kefauver, read more about the considerations for harassment in the virtual workplace, including what employers can do and insurance coverage considerations.
Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions is the marketing brand for the insurance company subsidiaries of Intact Insurance Group USA LLC. Coverages may be underwritten by one of the following insurance companies: Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company, a New York insurer; Homeland Insurance Company of New York, a New York insurer; Homeland Insurance Company of Delaware, a Delaware insurer; OBI America Insurance Company, a Pennsylvania insurer; OBI National Insurance Company, a Pennsylvania insurer; or The Guarantee Company of North America USA, a Michigan insurer. Each of these insurers maintains its principal place of business at 605 Highway 169 N, Plymouth, MN 55441, except The Guarantee Company of North America USA, which is located at One Towne Square, Southfield, MI 48076. This material is intended as a general description of certain types of insurance coverages and services. Coverages and availability vary by state; exclusions and deductibles may apply. Please refer to your insurance policy or consult with your independent insurance advisor for information about coverages, terms and conditions. Some coverage may be written by a surplus lines insurer through a licensed surplus lines broker. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds.