Verisk Named Diversity and Inclusion Industry Champion of the Year by Gamma Iota Sigma
October 22 2021 - 8:00AM
Leading global data analytics provider Verisk (NASDAQ: VRSK) has
been named Diversity and Inclusion Industry Champion of the Year by
Gamma Iota Sigma, an international professional student
organization, serving a mission of promoting and sustaining student
interest in careers in the insurance industry. The award recognizes
a demonstrated commitment to advancing the future of insurance
through the support of a diverse talent pipeline.
“We are so appreciative of all that Verisk continues to do to
support diversity and inclusion across the insurance industry,”
said Grace Grant, executive director, Gamma Iota Sigma. “Verisk is
among the companies that have made the highest investment in
creating an increasingly diverse talent pipeline, ensuring
opportunities for diverse future leaders and helping to pave the
way for an increasingly inclusive and vibrant insurance
industry.”
“The Verisk team is focused on a number of efforts to drive
sustainable change, including scholarship funds and the development
of market solutions through the lens of inclusion, diversity and
belonging,” said Dianne Greene, Global Head of Inclusion, Diversity
& Belonging at Verisk. “We look forward to continuing this work
to help shape a diverse talent pipeline for the industry as well as
evolve development processes that encourage our employees to
flourish in an inclusive environment.”
Verisk is a Sustaining Partner to Gamma Iota Sigma and is proud
that nearly a dozen Gamma Iota Sigma alumni have joined its team.
Verisk works with the organization’s GammaSAID (Solutions for
Authenticity, Inclusion, and Diversity) Industry Council to support
diversity and inclusion efforts across the industry. GammaSAID is
Gamma Iota Sigma’s student-driven council focused on understanding
and representing matters of authenticity, inclusion and diversity
in the insurance industry through the development of resources,
forums and actionable solutions. Dianne Greene delivered the
keynote address at Gamma Iota Sigma’s Allies in Insurance: Industry
Diversity Fair & Connection Point, a virtual career fair
empowering students of all backgrounds to lead successful careers
across the risk management, actuarial science and insurance
fields.
“It is a privilege to work with Gamma Iota Sigma and engage with
the next generation of insurance leaders in candid discussions
about creating meaningful change,” said Debbie Morris, senior vice
president of ISO commercial lines at Verisk. “Our partnership with
Gamma Iota Sigma is an important step forward in driving long-term
industry talent pool growth, diversification and
accessibility.”
Verisk’s commitment to inclusion, diversity and belonging is
fundamental to fostering a culture where every voice is heard and
valued. Verisk believes that having varied perspectives helps
generate innovative ideas to solve the complex problems of a
changing—and increasingly diverse—world. Verisk partners with
organizations such as Gamma Iota Sigma to help fulfill this vision.
For example, Verisk also works with Year Up, a national
organization committed to closing the opportunity divide, and
Wentworth Institute of Technology’s RAMP, a summer bridge program
for first-time students in the Boston area. Verisk recently
partnered with the International Association of Black Actuaries and
Organization of Latino Actuaries to provide scholarship funds as
well as The Actuarial Foundation in support of its STEM STARS
Actuarial Scholars Program. In addition to strategic partnerships,
Verisk promotes a diverse and inclusive culture through its
recruitment, development and retention processes, trainings,
educational sessions, mentoring program, Employee Networks and
more.
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About Verisk Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK) provides
predictive analytics and decision support solutions to customers in
the insurance, energy and specialized markets, and financial
services industries. More than 70 percent of the FORTUNE 100 relies
on the company’s advanced technologies to manage risks, make better
decisions and improve operating efficiency. The company’s analytic
solutions address insurance underwriting and claims, fraud,
regulatory compliance, natural resources, catastrophes, economic
forecasting, geopolitical risks, as well as environmental, social
and governance (ESG) matters. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the
company continues to make the world better, safer and stronger, and
fosters an inclusive and diverse culture where all team members
feel they belong. With more than 100 offices in nearly 35
countries, Verisk consistently earns certification by Great Place
to Work. For more: Verisk.com, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and
YouTube.
Ali Krueger Herbert
Ali.Krueger@verisk.com
201-469-3998
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