Hunt Business Hosts Risk Management Industry Leaders, Forum
What happened:
On Feb. 5, 2026, Hunt Business hosted a Risk Management panel, welcoming industry professionals to campus to speak with students about career pathways in Risk Management and Insurance, with a focus on E&S Lines and wholesale specialty insurance.
Why it matters:
Risk management careers—especially within Excess & Surplus (E&S) and wholesale specialty insurance—are shaped by judgment, relationships, and real-world exposure. Bringing industry professionals to campus gives students a clearer view of how those careers actually work.
Who participated:
The panel featured professionals from Nationwide working across business consulting, process management, and claims oversight:
- Lovre Brajkovic, Business Consultant, Nationwide
- Lisa Aguayo, Senior Consultant, Process Management, Nationwide
- Sheila Schneider, Senior Consultant, Workers’ Compensation Claims Oversight, Nationwide
What they shared:
Panelists discussed how careers in risk management develop over time and what employers look for beyond technical skills. Topics included:
- Career paths within the E&S wholesale space
- The role of AI alongside human judgment in risk-focused roles
- Relationship-building as a long-term career strategy
- “Reverse interviewing” and how candidates can evaluate employers
The takeaway:
The discussion reinforced that success in risk management depends on communication, curiosity, and trust as much as technical expertise.
What’s next:
More industry-led conversations are planned for students in Risk Management and related programs.
