German insurer Volkswohl Bund undergoes a significant leadership transition as long-time CEO Dietmar Bläsing retires. Meet the new four-member executive board and discover their strategic vision for the future.…

Generali Germany creates a new board position for direct insurance, appointing Katrin Gruber as CEO of Cosmos Versicherungen. Discover how this leadership reshuffle aims to boost the insurer's digital and direct-to-consumer strategy.…

Moving abroad exposes expats to unique health challenges. Discover the six most common medical issues they face and learn how to choose comprehensive international health insurance for complete protection.…

Workations blend work and vacation, creating major insurance gaps. Learn from expert Philipp Belau about the critical insurance, legal, and tax risks for employers and employees, and how to secure proper coverage.…

Ottonova, a leading digital private health insurer, announces the departure of its Sales and HR board member, Jesko David Kannenberg. Discover the implications of this leadership change and the company's new strategic direction.…

Founding CEO Gerhard Müller retires after 30+ years. Stefanie Schlick, a seasoned insurance executive, is appointed as the new Chairwoman of the Board. Discover what this leadership change means for the insurer's future strategy and policyholders.…

A new survey of 15,000 German students reveals the most attractive employers. See where major insurance companies like Allianz and AOK rank, and discover what the next generation values most in a career within the insurance and financial services industry.…

Insurtech leader Clark announces a major leadership transition, with founder Christopher Oster moving to the supervisory board and former Generali executive Benedikt Kalteier taking over as CEO. Discover what this means for the future of digital insurance in Europe.…

LVM Insurance names Reimar Volkert as its new Chief Financial Officer. Discover how his expertise in strategic risk management and asset allocation aims to strengthen the insurer's financial stability and benefit long-term policyholders.…

A recent study reveals insurance agents rank lowest in public trust. Discover the reasons behind this crisis, learn how to distinguish between different types of advisors, and find tips for securing reliable, transparent insurance advice for your needs.…

Hannoversche Lebensversicherung AG has appointed Martin Heinen to a newly created board position for 'Products and Operations,' signaling a major push to integrate digital innovation into life insurance product development and customer service.…

The Haftpflichtkasse, a major German liability insurer, is undergoing a complete leadership overhaul as its entire executive board departs by year-end 2024. This generational shift signals a strategic reset for the company and could impact its product offerings and market approach.…

What do insurance clerks (Versicherungskaufleute) really earn? Data from the Hans-Böckler-Stiftung reveals average salaries, growth with experience, and a persistent gender pay gap. Learn how compensation compares to national averages and what factors influence pay in the insurance sector.…

Gothaer Lebensversicherung AG has appointed Alina vom Bruck as its new Chairwoman of the Board, succeeding the retiring Michael Kurtenbach. This leadership transition at a major German life insurer highlights the importance of company stability and strategic vision for your long-term financial security and retirement planning.…

The ALH Group has expanded its executive board, appointing Dr. Jochen Kriegmeier to lead a new department focused on Digitalization, AI, and Service Processes. This strategic move signals a major push towards modernizing customer experience and operational efficiency in life and health insurance.…

Claudia Max, Chief Underwriting Officer for Zurich Gruppe Deutschland, will leave the company at the end of 2024. This key leadership change in underwriting and risk management can influence product pricing, availability, and strategy for your property & casualty (P&C) and other insurance policies.…

The German Federal Constitutional Court is examining whether BAföG student aid rates are too low to cover basic living costs. A Berlin court argues they fall below the minimum subsistence level guaranteed by basic welfare (Bürgergeld). This landmark case could reshape student financing and impact financial planning for education.…

The Continentale insurance group has appointed Gerhard Schmitz as its new Chairman of the Board, succeeding the retiring Christoph Helmich. Discover how this leadership transition and internal promotions can impact the company's strategy, stability, and the service you receive for your health, life, and property insurance policies.…

Frank Grund, former head of Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) insurance division, has joined Generali's supervisory board. This move comes after BaFin criticized Generali for high policy acquisition costs in life insurance. Discover how regulatory expertise shapes insurance companies and impacts your coverage, with insights relevant to both German and US insurance markets.…

A new WSI/Böckler Foundation analysis reveals insurance apprentices are among Germany's best-paid trainees. See how the sector compares to banking, nursing, and construction.…