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EPIC Welcomes Patrick Casey

EPIC is pleased to announce that Patrick Casey has joined the firm as Vice President-Principal within our Entertainment & Sports practice. Patrick brings more than 21 years of industry experience supporting high-net-worth individuals within the entertainment and sports sectors. He has built a career grounded in cultivating long-lasting relationships with family office executives, personal business managers, wealth managers, attorneys, A-list celebrities, and other high-net-worth clientele. In his new role, Patrick will focus on delivering exceptional service and tailored risk management solutions, further strengthening EPIC’s commitment to white-glove client care in this specialized …

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The Landscape of Benefits Has Changed. The Playbook Must Too.

The New Reality of Managing Health Benefits For years, employers managed healthcare costs by trying to stay one step ahead of inflation by tweaking plan design and contributions, negotiating rates, and relying on carriers to manage risk. That approach doesn’t work anymore. Today, rising costs are no longer driven by inflation alone. Employers are now facing a healthcare system that operates like a sophisticated business that is increasingly focused on profitability, not affordability, not risk management, and not improving patient health. Consolidation across the healthcare system, fueled in large part by private equity investment, has fundamentally changed how care …

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Aligning Subcontractor Risk: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

… on subcontractors How labor shortages and geographic expansion are adding new layers of exposure What firms should evaluate before hiring a subcontractor Subcontractors are essential to modern project delivery, but unmanaged subcontractor risk can undermine even the strongest firms. This insight offers practical guidance for architecture, engineering, and construction leaders looking to strengthen their subcontractor strategies and align them with broader risk management goals. Download the full article to learn how a more deliberate approach to subcontractor risk can support stronger outcomes across your projects and portfolio. Download now: Aligning Subcontractor Risk: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

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EPIC Welcomes Kurt Rataski

EPIC is excited to announce that Kurt Rataski has joined the firm as Senior Principal within our Property & Casualty team in the northeast. With more than three decades of experience in the commercial insurance industry, Kurt leverages his experience to provide risk and benefits solutions for food distribution, manufacturing, and real estate firms. He partners with his clients to understand their business goals and challenges, and deliver cost containment strategies that help them grow, expand, or retain their competitive edge. His core competencies include property and casualty, professional liability, product recall, cyber security, workers’ comp claims management, risk management and …

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EPIC Welcomes Cody Hunter

EPIC is excited to announce that Cody Hunter has joined the firm as Managing Principal in our Houston, TX office where he will serve as the Houston Employee Benefits Practice Leader. Cody is an employee benefits professional with more than 30 years of experience advising organizations on finance, plan design, governance, risk management, and fiduciary best practices. He began his career in underwriting and sales before founding the benefits division at The Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd. in 2002, where he served as both consultant and division leader. Known for simplifying complex regulatory and financial concepts, Cody helps C-suite leaders …

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EPIC Welcomes Colin Young

We are excited to announce that Colin Young has joined the firm as Principal within our Private Client practice. Colin is a dedicated Private Client Risk Advisor managing a large book of high-net-worth and emerging-affluent clients, providing customized risk management strategies and proactive service. Before entering the private insurance sector, Colin spent years as a professional baseball player and coach. Known for his calmness under pressure and commitment to excellence, he brings accountability, focus, and strategic thinking to every client relationship. Colin works closely with successful families, professionals, and business owners, taking the time to understand their …

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Grand Theft Liability: Autonomous AI and the Risk Landscape in Media and Advertising

… for defensibility. Insurance Strategy Work with brokers to audit current policies for gaps in coverage. Consider endorsements or new products focused on AI-specific liability. Push for clarity in underwriting language. Executive Oversight Ensure that AI use is included in enterprise risk management programs, board reporting, and D&O coverage discussions. Treat it as a tier-one operational risk.

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Benefits Curve | Rethinking Benefits Funding: Why the Status Quo Is No Longer a Risk Strategy

… to explore creative alternatives for cost savings. Renewal conversations are tougher. Negotiating with medical carriers on renewals is harder. Leadership teams are asking for solutions to manage the trend long-term. In today’s environment, reviewing how you fund your benefits is no longer a status quo, it’s a risk management strategy. That’s the focus of our upcoming exclusive webinar, Rethinking Benefits Funding as a Risk Management Strategy, designed for leaders who want to move beyond reactive renewal decisions and evaluate strategies with a long-term, enterprise-wide lens. The Market Has Shifted Over the past year, employers …

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