Predict & Prevent

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An exploration of an evolving strategy to combat the biggest risk challenges facing society today by working to eliminate losses before they occur. Host Pete Miller, President and CEO of The Institutes, will examine what the transition to a Predict & Prevent strategy means, why it is urgently needed and how cutting-edge technology and resiliency are making it a reality. In each episode, leading experts and business leaders will share the tools and strategies they are applying and how they are overcoming challenges along the way.

  1. 5d ago

    Turning Water Damage Prevention Into a Trust Business

    A surprisingly overlooked problem in water leak prevention takes center stage in this episode: getting smart water devices installed is only half the battle. Paul Vacquier, founder and CEO of Beagle Services Inc., shares his unconventional path from practicing law in California to building the insurance go-to-market strategy for Flo by Moen — and ultimately launching Beagle to address a critical gap he discovered along the way. With an estimated 30 to 50% of installed smart water valves sitting offline at any given time, homeowners and insurers may be operating under a false sense of security. Paul illustrates the stakes with a $900,000 claim that traced back to a single unplugged valve. The conversation covers Beagle's full-stack service model, featuring employed (not contracted) technicians, ongoing device monitoring, and its Watchdog platform, which proactively reaches out to homeowners with offline devices ahead of severe weather events. The episode also explores the broader shift underway in insurance, where carriers are beginning to require smart water devices as a condition of coverage, and where agents are evolving from price-shoppers into genuine risk advisors, helping craft mitigation strategies tailored to a client's specific exposures. Resources: Beagle Services: https://www.beagleservices.com/ The Institutes: https://web.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    27 min

  2. May 29

    New Technology Listens for Early Earthquake Warnings

    What if earthquakes could be forecast up to 25 days in advance? That's the premise behind one of the most unconventional companies in risk management today. Itamar Zabari, CEO and CTO of AstroTeq, joins host Pete Miller, CPCU, to explain how his company leverages cosmic radiation data combined with multi-channel machine learning to do exactly that. Itamar shares the origin story behind the venture — sparked by his wife Noemi's astrophysics Ph.D. research — and explains how their approach fundamentally differs from traditional seismology, which currently offers only seconds of warning at best. The conversation explores the enormous implications of early warnings. Itamar shares the example of nuclear power plants being able to move to safe mode ahead of a major event — potentially preventing disasters like the Fukushima meltdown in 2011, which caused nearly half a trillion dollars in damage and widespread radiation contamination. The episode also covers what advance warning means for insurance and risk management, where earthquake forecasting could eventually become a coverage requirement similar to sprinkler systems or anti-theft devices. Itamar also addresses the skepticism AstroTeq has faced from traditional seismologists — and makes the case that earthquake forecasting not only is possible today, but already is happening. Resources: AstroTeq.ai: https://astroteq.ai/ The Institutes: https://web.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    28 min

  3. 12/05/2025

    How AI and Cameras Prevent Cold Chain Disasters

    What if legacy security cameras already installed at distribution centers and warehouses could do more than just record footage? What if they could also prevent spoiled food from reaching grocery stores or catch cargo errors or even theft before it happens? That's the vision driving Technova Industries, a company transforming how the logistics industry handles cold chain verification. On this episode of Predict & Prevent, host Pete Miller, CEO of The Institutes, sits down with Aymen Azim, co-founder and CEO, and Jenna Azim, co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer, to explore how their AI-powered technology is breathing new life into legacy security systems. The conversation covers how generative AI has dramatically improved the accuracy of visual verification, why this approach solves liability challenges for shippers and insurers alike, and where the technology is headed. From preventing spoiled vaccines from reaching pharmacies to detecting potential cargo theft through USDOT number verification, Aymen and Jenna share their vision for creating continuous visibility checkpoints throughout the entire cold chain—including truck stops during transit. Resources: Technova Industries: https://www.technova-industries.com/ The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    28 min

  4. 10/24/2025

    From Insurance Payer to Prevention Partner

    As climate disasters, cyberattacks, and geopolitical instability increasingly intersect, traditional insurance models are reaching their limits. AXA is shifting from simply paying claims after disasters to actively helping to prevent losses before they happen. Pierre du Rostu, CEO of the AXA Digital Commercial Platform, discusses his team's risk management platform with Pete Miller, CEO of The Institutes and host of the Predict & Prevent podcast. The AXA Digital Commercial Platform is the winner of the International Insurance Society’s Global Innovation Award for Predict & Prevent, awarded at the 2025 IIS Global Insurance Forum in Rüschlikon, Switzerland. The conversation explores how AXA's Digital Commercial Platform leverages advanced technologies like AI and real-time data to predict and prevent potential losses. Du Rostu discusses the concept of polycrisis, where multiple risks are interconnected, and how AXA is shifting its business model from traditional insurance to a more proactive partnership approach with clients. The discussion highlights the importance of innovation in the insurance industry and the future of risk management. Resources: AXA Digital Commercial Platform: https://axaxl.com/axa-digital-commercial-platform Global Innovation Awards: https://www.internationalinsurance.org/global-innovation-awards The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    12 min

  5. 10/13/2025

    From Passive Policies to Active Cyber Protection

    Most insurance policies follow a familiar pattern: you purchase coverage, file it away, and hope you never need to use it. But what if your insurance company could prevent a disaster from happening in the first place? That's the premise behind Coalition, a cyber insurance provider that's turning the traditional insurance model on its head by combining coverage with real-time threat detection and response. Joshua Motta, CEO of Coalition, discusses the innovative approach of active insurance in the realm of cyber risk management. He explains how Coalition differentiates itself from traditional insurance models by providing continuous value and proactive risk management through data collection and real-time threat detection. The discussion covers the importance of the company’s active data graph, the alignment of interests between Coalition and its clients, and the unique challenges faced by industries such as manufacturing. Joshua also shares insights on the future of cyber threats and the evolving landscape of digital risks. Resources: Coalition: https://www.coalitioninc.com/ Coalition’s roadmap: https://www.coalitioninc.com/blog/why-we-founded-coalition The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    27 min

  6. 09/25/2025

    Improving Property Survivability with Homeowner Help

    While traditional climate models predict where disasters occur, Faura's technology—trained on over a century of property data—identifies which homes are more likely to survive wildfires, hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and hail. Partnering with insurance companies, Faura replaces expensive inspections with quick homeowner self-assessments, providing actionable recommendations from simple weekend fixes to major improvements. Valkyrie Holmes, CEO and co-founder of Faura, describes how the platform focuses on "survivability" rather than traditional weather prediction, helping insurance carriers verify property information while engaging policyholders in meaningful education about their risk. Through self-assessment tools that cover major peril the company has created a unique partnership model that benefits both insurers seeking better data and homeowners wanting to understand and mitigate their risks. Holmes discusses how this approach leads to better retention rates, more accurate underwriting, and ultimately safer communities through actionable mitigation strategies. Resources: Faura: https://www.faura.us/ The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    30 min

  7. 08/21/2025

    Network Effect: From Protecting Homes to Preventing Grid Faults

    What if the same sensor protecting your home from electrical fires could also help prevent billion-dollar wildfires that devastate entire communities? That's the fascinating premise explored in the latest episode of the Predict & Prevent podcast, where host Pete Miller welcomes back Bob Marshall, CEO and co-founder of Whisker Labs, for a conversation about how individual home protection is evolving into grid-scale catastrophe prevention. In this conversation, Pete and Bob discuss the growth and impact of Ting, a home monitoring system developed by Whisker Labs. They explore the rapid deployment of Ting in over a million homes, its effectiveness in preventing fires, and new research that demonstrates the positive ROI for insurance carriers. Bob shares insights on how Ting's growing network and data can help utilities monitor grid stress and prevent wildfires. The discussion also touches on the future of Whisker Labs, potential expansion into commercial structures, and the importance of changing the relationship between insurance companies and homeowners through proactive safety measures. Resources: Whisker Labs: https://www.whiskerlabs.com/ Research on value of IoT to Homeowners, Insurers: https://www.whiskerlabs.com/how-effective-are-loss-prevention-programs-for-insurers/ Bob Marshall on Episode 2 of Predict & Prevent: https://www.predictandprevent.org/podcast/hidden-dangers-uncovered/ The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

    20 min

  8. 07/31/2025

    Hurricane Data Validates Resilient Building Standard

    Recent catastrophic events have left many insurance carriers questioning whether traditional building practices can withstand increasingly severe weather patterns, while homeowners struggle with rising premiums and reduced coverage options. New research from the University of Alabama provides compelling evidence that resilient construction standards not only protect homes during major storms but also deliver measurable financial benefits to property owners. Dr. Lars Powell, director of the Center for Risk and Insurance Research at the University of Alabama, joins Pete Miller, CEO of The Institutes, to discuss how the findings offer a data-driven roadmap for addressing one of the insurance industry's most persistent challenges. Dr. Powell shares insights into how FORTIFIED homes performed during Hurricane Sally, revealing surprising findings about damage claims and the frequency of trees falling on houses. The conversation also covers the positive reception of the research, the challenges in promoting resilience, and the keys to Alabama's success in implementing resilience measures. Powell emphasizes the need for further research into risk mitigation and the economic implications of disaster recovery. Resources: Center for Risk & Insurance Research website: https://crir.culverhouse.ua.edu/ Alabama’s 2025 FORTIFIED research:  https://crir.culverhouse.ua.edu/2025/05/19/performance-of-ibhs-fortified-hometm-construction-in-hurricane-sally/ Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety: https://ibhs.org/ The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/ Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/ Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

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An exploration of an evolving strategy to combat the biggest risk challenges facing society today by working to eliminate losses before they occur. Host Pete Miller, President and CEO of The Institutes, will examine what the transition to a Predict & Prevent strategy means, why it is urgently needed and how cutting-edge technology and resiliency are making it a reality. In each episode, leading experts and business leaders will share the tools and strategies they are applying and how they are overcoming challenges along the way.

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    The Institutes
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
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