How Telematics is Transforming the Commercial Auto Market

Presenters:  Leo Grimm, J.D. and Dan Foster, CPCU, ARM-P, CSP

Oct. 8, at 11 a.m. ET

Since its inception in the 1980s, telematics has grown from a basic diagnostic tool to a robust form of technology that provides a wealth of information for fleet operations. This presentation will provide an overview of how telematics is a powerful tool in the hands of fleet managers and how the insurance profession can leverage the technology for underwriting and risk management purposes. The panelists will show how telematics is providing measurable results in a wide range of industries such a common carrier, utility fleets, transit, law enforcement and more. Finally, the panelists will share what the future of auto insurance will look like with telematics in place. 

Key takeaways form this webinar include:
Telematics utilization in underwriting and pricing
Market segments utilizing telematics, such as commercial trucking, delivery services, utility fleets, transit, school transportation, law enforcement and more
Results and impact on loss
Future of commercial auto and the impact of data analytics

 
 

Leo Grimm, J.D. 

Head of Mobility 

Munich Re Specialty North America
 

Mr. Grimm oversees primary insurance solutions for trucking and transportation at Munich Re Specialty – North America. He was previously casualty underwriting manager in Munich Re, Munich Germany, for the UK and Northern Europe markets and has over 20 years of motor/automotive underwriting experience. He is trained as a lawyer.

Dan Foster, CPCU, ARM-P, CSP

Casualty Loss Control Expert 

Munich Re Specialty North America
 

Dan Foster serves as the casualty loss control expert for Munich Re Specialty North America. He is responsible for overseeing casualty loss control services for all Munich Re Specialty programs and insurable interests. He serves as an internal resource for underwriting, program administration, product development and marketing as well as a consultant to insured clients.

Dan has over 24 years of experience in specialty markets, public sector insurance and pooling for entities such as cities, counties, schools, and public utilities. In addition to loss control, Dan also has experience in program administration, workers’ compensation, self-insured fund management and claims administration.

Dan has a Bachelor of Science degree in business from the University of Southern Indiana and has certifications in CPCU, ARM-P and CSP. He lives in Montgomery, TX and enjoys travel, outdoor recreation, sports and being a foodie.