Captive Videos
Mid Rivers Risk Forum 2025 Recap
Mid Rivers Risk Forum, held in St. Louis in September 2025, brought together risk managers, service providers, and regulators to explore the latest developments in captive insurance, emerging risks, and innovative approaches to risk financing. The forum underscored Missouri's commitment to education, collaboration, and continued growth within the captive industry. Learn More
State and Local Income Tax Issues and Captive Insurance
State and local income taxes are an evolving issue that concerns captive insurers and that some states are challenging as they look for revenue. Learn More
Captive Insurance Risk Pooling Explained
According to Bruce Wright of Eversheds Sutherland, risk pools in captives (1) allow organizations to spread risk and (2) provide for a tax benefit. Read More
Missouri's Hands-On Regulatory Model Builds Captive Insurance Success
Missouri's Department of Commerce and Insurance emphasizes hands-on, personalized service for its captive insurance companies. With in-house staff, timely filings, and direct relationships, the team supports companies through every stage of the process. This tailored approach builds trust, improves outcomes, and helps both small and complex captives succeed. Read More
How Should We Measure Captive Domicile Success in the Future?
Sam Komo discusses the future of evaluating captive domiciles. With industry growth and changing needs, he stresses the importance of customizable metrics that reflect company priorities—not just captive count or premium volume—and highlights the need for regulator relationships and transparency to guide future measurement tools. Read More
Preparing for Emerging Risks: Property, Cannabis, and AI in Captive Insurance
Sam Komo outlines Missouri's approach to emerging risk sectors, including property, cannabis, and artificial intelligence (AI). With a focus on adaptability and early engagement, Missouri aims to anticipate industry needs and ensure its regulatory framework remains flexible and responsive to future risk landscapes. Read More
What Captive Owners Should Know about the Federal Excise Tax
Bruce Wright, partner at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP, discusses what captive owners should know about federal excise tax. Read More