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What’s new: In this Risk Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders examine what the upcoming U.S. hurricane season demands from today’s decision-makers — and how organizations can convert risk insight into decisive action. Rather than relying on historical assumptions, the discussion emphasizes how leaders use current data, analytics and planning discipline to protect people, capital and operations. The episode highlights how organizations that prepare early, communicate clearly and act in real-time are better positioned to safeguard value when it matters most.

Key Takeaways:

1. Preparation starts before hurricane season begins. Organizations that stay ahead treat hurricane readiness as a year-round priority — with clear accountability, trained teams and plans in place well before a storm forms.
2. Changes in storm patterns and secondary impacts mean leaders can no longer rely on historical assumptions. Decisions around preparedness, exposure and recovery are increasingly grounded in current data, analytics and real-time insights.
3. Clear communication across stakeholders plays a critical role in recovery. When contacts are defined, expectations are aligned and information flows consistently, organizations are able to respond more effectively and move through the claims process with greater confidence.

Experts in this episode:

• Dan Hartung, Global Head of Event Response for Risk Capital, Aon
• Jill Dalton, Group Managing Director, Property Risk Consulting, Aon
• John Dickson, Executive Vice President, Aon Affinity

Listen for more: The “On Aon” podcast is available on Spotify, Simplecast and Apple Podcasts (iTunes)