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Rethinking Non-CAT Water Part 3: Strengthening Agent & Customer Engagement
Jeff O'Shaughnessy speaks with Christina Villena and Tom Smart about how strong agent relationships shape sensor program success. They discuss early skepticism, growing support, and the challenges of…
Rethinking Non-CAT Water Part 2: Where Sensor Technology Makes the Biggest Impact
Host Jeff O'Shaughnessy, Christina Villena (The Hanover), and Tom Smart (Philadelphia Insurance Companies) share real‑world examples of how water sensors have prevented losses across schools,…
Rethinking Non-CAT Water Part 1: The Most Controllable Catastrophe
Non‑CAT water losses rarely make headlines, but they affect homes, businesses, and carrier portfolios every day. Host Jeff O'Shaughnessy is joined by Christina Villena (The Hanover) and Tom Smart…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 6: The ROI
ROI isn't just about numbers—it's about real value. In the final episode, Lewis, CTO and Co-founder of Meshify, and Jeff explore the ROI of IoT programs—beyond loss ratios. They show how Meshify…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 5: The First Line of Defense
While many focus on flow monitoring or shutoff valves as a "single solution," the reality is they don't provide full protection and can be costly and invasive to install. In Part 5, Jeff and Lewis…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 4: The Evolution
Meshify doesn't sell sensors—it provides outcomes. In Part 4, Jeff and Lewis dive into how the team continues to evolve technology, the game-changing impact of Amazon Sidewalk on connectivity, the…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 3: The Water Problem
Solving the water problem isn't just about sensors—it's about simplicity, reliability, and impact. In this episode, Jeff talks with Lewis, Co-Founder and CTO of Meshify, about how the team evolved…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 2: The Partnership
The journey from startup to acquisition can redefine a company's focus—and its impact. In part 2, Jeff continues his discussion with Lewis, Co-Founder and CTO of Meshify, about HSB's 2016 acquisition…
Rethinking IoT with Meshify Part 1: The Beginning
From a college dorm room experiment to a garage startup, the story of Meshify is a journey in innovation and problem-solving. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy sits down with Lewis Wight,…
Rethinking Water Part 4: Smarter Water Management for Sustainability
While advanced water monitoring offers clear benefits, most commercial buildings have yet to adopt it. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy wraps up his discussion with Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and…
Rethinking Water Part 3: From Construction Sites to Commercial Buildings
Construction projects face some of the highest risks for water damage—often from temporary water lines or late-stage leaks. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy and Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and…
Rethinking Water Part 2: Uncovering Hidden Leaks with Data
Roughly a quarter of the water flowing into commercial buildings is lost to unnoticed leaks and inefficiencies. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy continues his discussion with Yaron Dycian, Chief…
Rethinking Water Part 1: Tackling Water Waste with AI
Water leaks are among the most costly and common insurance claims in commercial buildings—but smart technology can change that. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy is joined by Yaron Dycian, Chief…
Rethinking Hurricanes: Sea Level Rise & The Future of Hurricane Technology
Sea level rise and climate change are reshaping the risks from hurricanes—but what does that really mean for coastal cities and communities? In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy talks with Dr. Phil…
Rising Storms, Rising Costs: Why Billion-Dollar Disasters Keep Growing
Hurricane seasons are bringing more named storms and billion-dollar disasters—but why? In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy and Dr. Phil Klotzbach break down the factors behind rising storm counts,…
20 Years After Katrina: Lessons from Historic Hurricane Seasons
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, still remembered as one of the costliest and most devastating storms in history. On this episode, host Jeff O'Shaughnessy and Dr. Phil…
The Science Behind Hurricane Forecasts: Accuracy, Challenges, and How They've Changed
How accurate are seasonal hurricane forecasts, and what goes into predicting the number and strength of storms? In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy talks with Dr. Phil Klotzbach about the challenges…
Inside Hurricanes: El Niño, La Niña, and Why Location Matters
Hurricanes aren't just storms—they're a lifelong passion for Dr. Phil Klotzbach. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy sits down with Dr. Klotzbach to explore his journey from growing up in…
Hurricane Season 2025: August Outlook & How 2-Week Forecasts Keep You Prepared
Hurricanes remain one of the most challenging catastrophes for insurers to prepare for—and predict. In this episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy is joined by Dr. Phil Klotzbach, senior research scientist at…
The Skeleton in the Code: Uncovering the Hidden Threats to Your Cybersecurity
In this last episode, Jeff O'Shaughnessy talks with cybersecurity expert Eric O'Neill who shares his insights on the current state of cybersecurity and why passwords are no longer a reliable form of…
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