Don Townswick

Don Townswick is managing director/director equity strategies at Conning.

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High-Dividend Equity Strategy Ideal For Insurers

Amid market volatility, dividend-focused equity strategies offer insurers stable income streams and superior risk-adjusted returns.

Six Things

Can We Please Tone Down All the 'Inflection Point' Talk?

By Paul Carroll

I believe in creating a sense of urgency as much as the next guy, but it's just not right to say every part of the insurance industry is forever at a crossroads.

3 AI Imperatives for Insurers in 2026

While AI revolutionizes insurance processes, human-centered implementation determines which insurers will thrive.

Insurers Face an AI Talent Gap

Talent shortages, not technology limitations, threaten insurance modernization; 62% of CEOs say workforce gaps are hindering growth.

US Auto Insurance Faces Affordability Crisis

Rising claims severity and affordability pressures create a perfect storm forcing auto insurers to rethink traditional models by 2026.

5 Ways Tech Can Improve Client Engagement

The insurance brokerage industry confronts a retention crisis, demanding AI-enhanced, continuous engagement of clients.

The Next Wave of Underwriting

Mounting pressure for speed and efficiency is driving underwriters toward portfolio-level intelligence and algorithmic automation solutions.

Why Even the Best Cybersecurity Isn't Enough

Co-Op's massive cyber loss proves that strong cybersecurity and comprehensive insurance must work as partners.

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