My Next Question Webinar

What Jewelers Need to Know About Insurance

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My Next Question Webinar

What Jewelers Need to Know About InsuranceRegister

TUESDAY, APR 09, 2024 2:00 PM (EASTERN)

Insurance is one of a jeweler’s most critical investments. The right policy can safeguard their inventory and help protect their stores. Insurance also can shield jewelers from other risks, like appraisal liability and data breaches. Associate Editor Lenore Fedow will sit down with Carrie Volp of Jewelers Mutual and Andrew Chipman of Berkley Asset Protection to discuss what jewelers need to know about insurance.

My Next Question" webinar series is presented by Jewelers of America and National Jeweler. 
Webinar Guests
Andrew Chipman Vice President, Berkley Asset Protection
Chipman leads the Jewelers Block practice both domestically and internationally for Berkley Asset Protection.
Carrie Volp Vice President of Commercial Lines Operations, Jewelers Mutual
Carrie Volp leads the development and execution of integrated underwriting, product, and pricing strategies.
Webinar Host
Regina Ciarleglio Director of Membership, Jewelers of America
Ciarleglio is the current Director of Membership at Jewelers of America, the leading fine jewelry trade organization.
Lenore Fedow Senior Editor, News, National Jeweler
Lenore is the senior editor, news at National Jeweler, covering the retail beat and the business side of jewelry.

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