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In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders examine why extreme heat is emerging as a critical business challenge that demands greater visibility, preparedness and investment. Against the backdrop of heat waves and wildfires across North America and Europe, the discussion explores how heat can create significant financial and operational impacts across organizations, even when physical damage is limited or unseen.

The conversation highlights how heat can disrupt workforce productivity, energy systems, infrastructure, supply chains and business continuity simultaneously. It also explores how organizations can use climate analytics, engineering insight, scenario planning and...

In this Industry Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders discuss why employee benefits have become a critical leadership agenda item for retailers. As benefits costs rise and workforce expectations evolve, organizations have an opportunity to unlock greater value from one of their largest workforce investments.

The conversation explores how leading retailers are using data, analytics and governance to make more informed decisions, align workforce investments with business priorities and strengthen outcomes across talent, operations and financial performance. They also examine how a more strategic approach to benefits can help organizations gain deeper insight, deploy...

In the second episode of a special On Aon mini-series on the 2026 Human Capital Trends study, Aon's Human Capital leaders discuss why gaining a competitive advantage in an AI-powered future will depend as much on workforce readiness as it does on technology. While many organizations are accelerating AI adoption, lasting value comes from how leaders build the skills, culture and trust needed to put these tools to work. The conversation explores the leadership priorities that will shape the future of work, from developing critical capabilities and fostering adaptability to making better decisions in an increasingly AI-enabled environment.

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In this Risk Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Caroline St. Clair and Jon Chapman discuss how the next generation of digital infrastructure is changing how leaders think about risk, capital and long-term growth. As AI accelerates demand for data centers, organizations are pursuing larger, more capital-intensive projects with greater interdependencies across power, construction and operations.

The conversation explores why risk strategy must be embedded from the outset, how insurability influences investment decisions and what separates the organizations that can scale with confidence from those that face constraints later in the project lifecycle. Leaders will...

In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Petra Schmidt and Derry Pickford reframe inflation from a cost challenge to a leadership test — one that is shaping how organizations allocate capital, price risk and position for growth.

They move beyond nearterm pressures to examine inflation as a persistent force influencing strategic decisions across pricing, supply chains and investment. The conversation centers on how leading businesses are building the capabilities to act in real time — bringing together data, discipline and scenario-planning to make better decisions in an unpredictable environment.

Rather than reacting to shifting cond...

In this Industry Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders Liz Henderson and Susan Doering examine how climate risk is redefining decision-making across the food, agribusiness and beverage (FAB) sector — and what it takes to stay ahead.

Rather than viewing climate as a standalone exposure, the conversation frames it as a force shaping pricing stability, operational continuity and workforce strategy. Liz and Susan discuss how organizations can translate insight into action by strengthening data capabilities, aligning cross-functional priorities and deploying innovative risk transfer solutions. The focus is not only on managing disruption, but on unlocking gr...

In the first episode of a special On Aon mini-series on the 2026 Human Capital Trends study, Aon’s Human Capital leaders outline a clear leadership challenge: AI is scaling fast, but the value it delivers is determined by how effectively organizations prepare their people to use it. The discussion moves beyond adoption to focus on aligning AI to business priorities, redesigning work and equipping leaders to translate capability into sustained growth.

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On Aon — Episode 116

Title: Navigating Cyber Risk, Regulation and the Reality of Fines

In this Risk Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Pablo Constenla, head of coverage and claims for cyber and financial lines in EMEA for Aon, is joined by Charlie Weston-Simons, partner at A&O Shearman, to examine how leaders can stay ahead as cyber risk, regulation and financial exposure converge.

As artificial intelligence accelerates the scale and sophistication of attacks and regulators expand enforcement, the discussion focuses on what it takes to translate uncertainty into action — from quantifying cyber-rela...

In this Global Insight recap episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders revisit some of the key conversations we’ve showcased in the first half of the year, exploring how geopolitical risk, capital flows and emerging financial infrastructure are reshaping the global business environment.

The discussions highlight how organizations are navigating increasing complexity — from the role of insurance in keeping global trade moving, to evolving payments infrastructure, shifts in private credit markets and the growing importance of resilience as a driver of decision-making and long-term performance.

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In this Industry Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, our experts examine how aerospace and defense organizations are redefining workforce and risk strategy to support sustained growth. As demand accelerates and technology expectations rise, leadership priorities are shifting — from managing talent and risk challenges separately to an integrated competitive advantage.

Drawing on current industry data, the discussion highlights how forward‑looking organizations are aligning workforce strategy, cyber readiness and supply chain resilience to move faster, deploy capital with confidence and stay ahead of evolving demands.

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On Aon — Episode 113

Title: Delivering Better Retirement Outcomes Through Scale and Strategy

In this Human Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon’s Human Capital leaders outline how employers are taking a more active role in shaping retirement outcomes. As defined contribution plans become the primary source of retirement income globally, the focus is shifting towards strategies that deliver measurable improvement at scale.

The conversation highlights how pooled and multi-employer solutions are redefining what leadership looks like in workforce retirement planning — combining institutional investment access with disciplined governance and plan design to help org...

In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon transportation and marine leaders examine the evolving risk environment in the Strait of Hormuz — one of the most critical corridors for global energy and trade. The discussion focuses on how shifting conditions are impacting trade flows, how insurance markets are responding in real time and what capacity and pricing signals reveal. It also highlights the role insurance plays in enabling global trade and what organizations should be watching as they plan for continued disruption.

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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.

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In this Industry Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon construction leaders explore the scale, complexity and opportunity shaping the global construction sector. The discussion examines how construction is driving global economic growth, with spending projected to rise sharply through 2030, while also creating new Risk Capital and Human Capital considerations.

The conversation focuses on how construction organizations can manage increasing costs, supply‑chain pressures and insurance complexity, while also addressing persistent talent shortages, technological change and safety challenges.

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In this Human Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon talent leaders discuss how pay transparency has evolved from a regulatory requirement into a defining leadership capability. The conversation focuses on what separates organizations that are merely disclosing information from those using transparency to strengthen trust, decisionmaking and longterm growth.

Across North America and EMEA, new requirements are raising expectations — not just for compliance, but for clarity, consistency and confidence. The discussion examines how leading organizations are aligning pay architecture, manager capability and communication strategy to stay ahead as transparency reshapes how employees assess fairness, op...

In this Risk Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon credit specialists discuss how leading power and energy organizations are using Risk Capital to drive confidence, continuity and growth. The conversation centers on leadership choices that strengthen balance sheets, reinforce trading relationships and expand access to capital. Rather than reacting to external conditions, the episode highlights how credit, political risk and surety solutions are deployed proactively to support investment and long-term resilience.

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In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon’s investment leaders cut through private credit headlines to define what drives durable outcomes. Drawing on perspectives from the U.S., UK and EMEA, the discussion explains why private credit has become a core component of modern portfolios — and where discipline, structure and alignment create advantage. The conversation focuses on how informed manager selection, intentional liquidity design and governance enable investors to stay ahead as the market continues to scale.

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In this Industry Insight episode of On Aon, Emma Crookes, global insurance vertical leader for Aon, sits down with Andy Marcell, CEO of Global Solutions for Aon, about how the insurance industry is evolving to meet a more complex and fast‑moving risk landscape.

They discuss why insurers are prioritizing stronger data foundations, more integrated capital strategies and new approaches to talent as they adapt to emerging risks — from climate and cyber to technology‑driven change. Andy shares why insurance remains a critical enabler of global growth, how insurers can differentiate themselves through better insight and decision‑making a...

In this Human Capital Insight episode, Chris Simmons, head of health UK for Aon, is joined by Anthony Kemp, pensions and benefits director at Deloitte, to explore how organizations can rethink employee benefits and strike a better balance between cost containment and employee value. Drawing on Deloitte’s experience redesigning its own benefits approach, the conversation looks at personalization, communication and the role technology plays in creating a clearer, more engaging employee experience — while still delivering measurable return on investment.

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In this Risk Capital Insight episode of On Aon, Ciaran Healy, global captives leader for Aon, is joined by Joe Peiser, Aon’s CEO of Risk Capital, to explore how rapidly shifting risk profiles and capital dynamics are reshaping the way organizations protect their balance sheets.

Ciaran and Joe examine the forces driving unprecedented volatility — including weather, cyber, litigation and geopolitical risk — and discuss why traditional approaches to risk financing are no longer sufficient. The conversation highlights how insurance, alternative capital and captives are becoming more strategic levers, enabling leaders to strengthen resilience, align risk appetite with analyt...

In this Global Insight episode of On Aon, Tim Fletcher, national practice leader for the Financial Services Group for Aon, sits down with John King, senior vice president, global treasurer and head of portfolio strategy for Aon, to unpack the rapidly evolving world of stablecoins.

Tim and John examine stablecoins as a practical payments and operating model issue and dive into how they work, what differentiates them from other digital assets and why they’re increasingly on the agenda for treasurers, risk leaders and boards navigating global liquidity, regulation and cross-border payments.

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In the first Industry Insight episode of On Aon, Charles Philpott and Paul Pryor explore why mining and natural resources are becoming more critical than ever before.

From electrification and the energy transition to data center expansion and national security, demand for minerals is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Against this backdrop, Charles and Paul discuss how mining companies are navigating deeper and more complex extraction, evolving geopolitical and supply chain dynamics and rising expectations around ESG and safety — while also unlocking new sources of capital and competitive advantage.

The conversation also examines one of th...

In the first Human Capital Insight episode of On Aon, Jason Trull and Aon talent and rewards leaders unpack how organizations can turn rapid workforce change into a performance advantage across technology, life sciences and financial services. Drawing on Aon data and current market signals, the group explores what’s shifting fastest: accelerating AI adoption and governance needs, skills evolving beyond traditional role-based models and rising expectations for personalization, flexibility and career pathways.

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On Aon — Episode 100

Title: Building Climate Resilience: Insights from Aon’s 2025 Climate and Catastrophe Report

In the first Risk Capital Insight episode of On Aon, host Alexandra Lewis is joined by Aon leaders Tracy Hatlestad and Michal Lorinc to discuss the findings of Aon’s 2025 Climate and Catastrophe Insight report. They explore another year of more than $100 billion in insured catastrophe losses, driven largely by secondary perils, and what a changing climate means for people, infrastructure and the global economy.

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In this first Global Insight episode of On Aon, Bridget Gainer, chief public affairs officer at Aon, is joined by Dan Foy from Gallup to explore how leaders can use resilience as a platform for smarter growth. Drawing on insights from Davos and the development of Aon’s new Resilience Quotient (ARQ), they unpack how combining economic data with sentiment creates clearer signals amidst rising volatility. Together, they explain why organizations that understand both their exposure and their capacity to adapt are better positioned to make confident decisions, invest wisely and unlock long‑term performance.

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On Aon — Episode 98

How Leaders Stay Ahead: Balancing Risk and Strategic Choices

In this episode of On Aon, Aaron Olson, executive vice president for  Aon's Enterprise Client Group and co-author of the book Strategy and Change: Finding Opportunity in Disruption Through Insight, Choice and Risk, is joined by co-authors Richard Waterer, Aon's global risk consulting leader, and Ward Ching, Aon’s managing director of global risk finance. Together, they explore what it takes for leaders to stay ahead in a world of volatility — sharing approaches to balance risk, embrace change and uncover new paths for growth...

On Aon — Episode 97

Risk and Resilience in the Age of Autonomous Vehicles

Autonomous vehicles and self-driving technology are no longer futuristic — they’re transforming how we move today. As adoption accelerates worldwide, insurers face a new set of risks and opportunities. Jillian Slyfield, Aon’s global chief innovation officer and global technology and digital economy leader, joins David Carlson, global industrials and manufacturing leader, to discuss key industry partnerships and the regulatory challenges shaping ride technology.

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On Aon — Episode 96

Opportunities in a Changing Market — What Risk Buyers Need to Know

November 20, 2025

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What’s new: In the latest episode of On Aon, Global Chief Broking Officer Cynthia Beveridge and Global Chief Claims Officer Mona Barnes discuss emerging trends in the commercial risk market as it heads towards the January renewals period. They discuss how the market is becoming increasingly fragmented and explain the factors driving recent developments in claims, including heightened natural catastrophe exposures, macroeconomic and geopolitical pressures, rising cyber ransomware incidents...

On Aon — Episode 95

Title: Turning Climate Risk into Strategic Resilience

In the latest episode of On Aon, Liz Henderson, global head of climate risk advisory, and Tracy-Lee Kus, CEO of Aon's Global Broking Center, discuss the urgent topic of climate risk and resilience.

As climate-related events grow more frequent and severe, they’re reshaping insurance costs, regulations and business operations. Liz and Tracy-Lee explore how Aon is responding with innovation to help clients navigate this increasingly complex risk environment.

They also highlight why resilience in organizational strategy is no lo...

October 21, 2025

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What’s new:  In the latest episode of On Aon, Vice President of Global Benefits Kathryn Davis and Global Business Development Director of Global Benefits Celine Ng tong examine the findings from two important Aon reports: the 2025 Global Benefit Trends Study and the 2026 Global Medical Trend Rate Report.

The Global Benefits Trends Study highlights how multinational organisations are reshaping their benefits strategies by focusing more on employee value, controlling costs and improving global oversight.

We also spotlight the 2026 Global Me...

In this episode of On Aon, Joe Peiser, CEO of Commercial Risk, and Richard Waterer, Global Risk Consulting Leader, unpack the major findings from Aon’s 2025 Global Risk Management Survey — and what Risk Management leaders can do to remain resilient in the face of increasingly systemic and interconnected risks.

They explore the critical role of analytics in understanding evolving threats and highlight three traits that distinguish highly resilient organizations: insight, agility and collaboration.

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On Aon — Episode 92

Title: The Longevity Shift: Rethinking Aging in the Modern Workplace

In the latest episode of Better Being, we examine longevity and how it is becoming an important topic for businesses.

Susan Fanning, Aon’s Head of Wellbeing for Asia-Pacific, and Professor Andrea Maier from the National University of Singapore examine how, as people live longer healthier lives, businesses can foster a diverse and dynamic workplace by harnessing the expertise of older employees.

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On Aon — Episode 92

Title: From Risk to Resilience — What’s Driving the Re/insurance Market

In the latest episode of On Aon, Emma Crookes and Dave Nicholson explore the latest trends in the insurance and reinsurance markets. The conversation covers key trends in Property and Casualty, including the evolving pricing environment, the impact of tariffs and inflation and the significance of natural catastrophe losses in 2025.

Looking ahead, the episode emphasizes the market’s resilience and the importance of addressing emerging and uninsured risks. With disciplined...

Financial wellbeing is an increasingly important topic for both employers and employees. A survey of multinational companies by Aon found that 88 percent of employees surveyed experienced financial stress, which has a major impact on resilience, self-esteem and relationships. In this episode of Better Being, our experts — Paul Gordon, Aon’s chief commercial officer for global financial wellbeing, and Fleur Iannazzo, financial wellbeing coach and content creator at Aon — explore how understanding and reshaping financial behaviors can lead to lasting financial security.

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In this episode of On Aon, our cyber experts explore the escalating scale and complexity of cyber threats, from AI-driven attacks to systemic third-party risks. Hosted by Nancy Eaves, product leader for Cyber Solutions, and featuring insights from Brent Rieth, global cyber leader, and David Molony, EMEA head of cyber solutions, the conversation explores the evolving regulatory landscape, the strategic use of cyber insurance and the critical role of executive engagement in managing cyber risk.

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The key to ensure employees grow — and stay — at an organization is creating a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. In this episode of Better Being, host Susan Fanning, Aon's Head of Wellbeing Solutions in Asia Pacific, talks to executive coach Tini Fadzillah, contributing author of The Purple Book of Coaching, about how leaders can develop both their task and relational skills to effectively support their teams.

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“On Aon” - Episode 90:

Title: Navigating the Future of Total Rewards

The right Total Rewards strategy is crucial for an organization to reward, recruit and retain talent. In this episode of On Aon, we examine how people leaders are playing a vital role in bridging the gap between employee needs and organizational goals. Our hosts, Heidi Burnett and Stephanie DeLorm, discuss a multi-dimensional approach to decision-making and how AI, while promising greater efficiency, also highlights the importance of human connection and purpose.

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As the construction industry navigates emerging risks and evolving opportunities, this episode explores how these dynamics are reshaping insurance and surety strategies worldwide. Hosts Tariq Taherbhai and James MacNeal unpack the latest insights from Aon’s 2025 Global Construction Insurance and Surety Market Report, offering expert perspectives on market trends, regional dynamics and strategic recommendations for navigating today’s complex risk environment.

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How is the Life Sciences industry evolving? Aon’s Meaghan Piscitelli and Tanaz Moazami discuss the future of the industry, focusing on the transformative impact of AI and human capital management. They highlight the challenges of talent acquisition and retention and emphasize the importance of digital skills for the future life sciences workforce.

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What makes Gen Z different from other generations in the workplace? How can an organization help all generations work their best? And what can senior leaders do to foster trust in a multi-generational workplace? In this episode of the On Aon podcast, Helen Payne and Anna Hislop discuss generational dynamics in the workforce. 

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Helen Payne, Global Director of Human Sustainability, Aon

Anna Hislop, Leadership Coach and Author, You Only Have to Ask, How to Realize the Full Potential of Gen Z at Work

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